Preventing a damaged instrument is the greatest antidote. During root canal preparation procedures, adhering to proven concepts, integrating optimal strategies, and utilizing safe practices will almost eliminate the broken instrument procedural mishap. Instrument separation can happen even with the greatest available technologies and methodologies. This book explains how to deal with broken instruments using several strategies that are beneficial to endodontic success.

Resorption is defined as a condition associated with either a physiologic or a pathologic process resulting in a loss of dentin, cementum and sometimes bone. Physiologic resorption is seen in primary teeth that results in their exfoliation. In pathologic resorption early diagnosis and prompt treatment are the key factors to save the tooth. For the best treatment outcome, the clinician should have a very good knowledge of etiopathology of resorptive lesions.

La résorption est définie comme un état associé à un processus physiologique ou pathologique entraînant une perte de dentine, de cément et parfois d'os. La résorption physiologique est observée dans les dents primaires et entraîne leur exfoliation. Dans le cas d'une résorption pathologique, un diagnostic précoce et un traitement rapide sont les facteurs clés pour sauver la dent. Pour obtenir les meilleurs résultats thérapeutiques, le clinicien doit avoir une très bonne connaissance de l'étiopathologie des lésions de résorption.

Root Canal treatment involves removal of infected pulp and completely fill the space in three dimension to prevent apical and coronal invasion of microbes. The obturation of the root canal is done with gutta-percha along with sealers to obtain a fluid tight seal which is mandatory for all endodontic treatments. The root canal sealers are expected to kill all the remaining microbes after cleaning and shaping and also fills the irregularities between materials and canal walls, accessory canals and multiple foramina. There are various types of sealers with different functions discussed here...

The complexity of restorative dentistry has extended considerably in recent years, with several products used in "adhesive dentistry." This book discusses conventional and recent methods of "bonding" to the tooth structure, ceramic materials, and metals; thus, it addresses conventional and modern concepts in adhesive dental materials with particular importance given to the evidence behind their clinical use in conservative dentistry and endodontics. In addition, how to avoid problems in compatibility between endodontic and restorative materials has been included.

Nanotechnology holds promise for advanced diagnostics, targeted drug delivery, and biosensors. In the long term, medical nanorobots will allow instant pathogen diagnosis and extermination, individual cell surgery in vivo, and improvement of natural physiological function. Current research is focusing on fabrication of nanostructures, nanoactuators, and nanomotors, along with means to assemble them into larger systems, economically and in great numbers. Nanotechnology creates incredibly useful structures from individual atoms or molecules, which provides a new alternative and a possibly...

Dentinal hypersensitivity is a common problem affecting over the general population. Dentinal hypersensitivity can be detected after removing all the other factors which can possibly cause the pain. It is characterized by sharp transient pain in response to stimulus and is associated with dentin exposure and the diagnosis is made after excluding another dental defect. The most accepted theory for dentinal hypersensitivity is fluid hydrodynamic theory. Management of dentinal hypersensitivity is mainly aimed at either blocking the fluid flow by occlusion of dentinal tubule or disturb the neural...

Occlusion's pivotal role in restorative dentistry is underscored by its impact on functionality, patient comfort, aesthetics, and the longevity of dental restorations. It directly influences how well teeth function post-restoration, ensuring efficient chewing and biting. Correcting occlusal issues prevents further dental damage and discomfort, while also enhancing the aesthetic outcomes of treatments. Furthermore, it contributes to the durability of restorations and overall oral health. Customized treatment plans hinge on understanding each patient's unique occlusal characteristics, while...