This is a new edition of the now classic book which has established itself as a standard text for dental students.
Key Features
- Practical approach to the subject, taking the reader through every step of endodontic practice from scientific basis to patient assessment and through to clinical techniques
- Evidence-based approach to ensure safe clinical practice
- More than 250 illustrations, many in full colour, presenting clinical, diagnostic and practical information in an easy-to-follow manner
- A logical approach to the subject by building upon a clear explanation of the underlying scientific principles
- Prepared by international contributors to ensure a wider appeal
- Written at a level which is ideal for dental student, general and vocational dental practitioners
New Features
- Includes new imaging techniques such as Cone Beam Computed Tomography
- A new chapter on diagnosis, integral to treatment planning, patient management and care
- Recent research findings on the pathogenesis of endodontic disease and the management of persistent infection in previously treated teeth
- A completely rewritten chapter on the restoration of endodontically treated teeth
- Newer treatment modalities and materials such as regenerative techniques and Mineral Trioxide Aggregate in endodontics
- The use and development of NiTi instruments, both hand and rotary, which are increasingly popular for preparing root canals
- Published for the first time in full colour with over 185 new images!
1 Introduction & overview
Summary
Introduction
Modern endodontics
Scope of endodontics
Role of microorganisms
Tissue response to root canal infection
Quality assurance
Recent developments
Learning outcomes
References
2 General and systemic aspects of endodontics
Summary
Introduction
Differential diagnosis of dental pain
Maxillary sinus
Systemic disease and endodontics
Use of antibiotics in endodontics
Control of pain and anxiety
British National Formulary
Learning outcomes
References
3 Diagnosis
Summary
Introduction
History
Examination
Investigations
Differential diagnosis
Restorability
Treatment options
Specific endodontic treatment options
Learning outcomes
References
4 Pulp space anatomy & access cavities
Summary
Introduction
Nomenclature
Accessory and lateral canals
Location of apical foramina
Variations in pulp space anatomy
Effects of irritation dentine on pulp space
Pulp space anatomy and access cavities
Pulp space anatomy of primary teeth
Apical closure
Learning outcomes
References
5 Maintaining dental pulp vitality
Summary
Introduction
Pulp-dentine complex
Pulp response to irritants
Pulpal irritants
Management of deep caries
Management of pulp exposure
Regenerative developments
Pulp response and maintaining pulp vitality
Learning outcomes
References
6 Instrumentation in endodontics
Summary
Introduction
Basic instrument pack
Rubber dam
Instruments for access cavity preparation
Instruments for root canal preparation
Devices to determine working length
Irrigant delivery devices
Instruments for retrieving broken instruments and posts
Instruments for filling root canals
Storage and sterilization of endodontic instruments
Loupes, fibre-optic lights and operating microscopes
Learning outcomes
References
7 Preparation of the root canal system
Summary
Introduction
Gaining access to the root canals
Working length determination
Root canal irrigation
Instrumentation techniques
Controversies in root canal cleaning and shaping
Learning outcomes
References
8 Intracanal medication
Summary
Introduction
History
Rationale and overview of applications
Microbiology of endodontic infections
Antimicrobial agents
Resistance of oral microbes to medicaments
Concept of predictable disinfection in endodontics
Induction of hard tissue formation
Pain of endodontic origin
Exudation and bleeding
Root resorption
Tissue distribution of medicaments
Tissue toxicity and biological considerations
Suggested clinical procedures
Learning outcomes
References
9 Root canal filling
Summary
Introduction
Canal anatomy
Access and canal preparation
Criteria for filling
Materials used to fill root canals
Sealers
Smear layer
Gutta-percha
Other methods of root canal filling
Coronal restoration
Follow-up
Treatment outcome
Learning outcomes
References
10 Surgical endodontics
Summary
Introduction
Treatment choices
Indications for periradicular surgery
Preoperative assessment
Surgical kit
Surgical technique
Periradicular surgery of particular teeth
Repair of perforation
Replantation/transplantation
Regenerative procedures
Treatment outcome – aetiology and evaluation
Retreatment of surgical procedures
Learning outcomes
References
11 Endodontics in primary teeth
Summary
Introduction
Treatment of primary teeth
Learning outcomes
References
12 Endodontic aspects of traumatic injuries
Summary
Introduction
History, examination and immediate management
Types of injury
Effects of trauma on the dental tissues
Management of primary teeth
Management of permanent teeth
Root canal treatment of immature teeth
Avoidance of cervical root fracture
Surgical treatment of immature teeth
Revascularisation treatment of immature teeth
Regenerative treatment of immature teeth
Auto-transplantation of an immature premolar into the incisor space
Complications
Orthodontic treatment
Learning outcomes
References
13 Marginal periodontitis & the dental pulp
Summary
Anatomical considerations
Effect of inflamed pulp on the periodontium
Effect of marginal periodontitis on the pulp
Classification
Complications due to radicular anomalies
Alternatives to implants
Learning outcomes
References
14 Problems in endodontic treatment
Summary
Emergency treatment
Failure of anaesthesia in acute inflammation
Problems with preparation of the root canal system
Problems with filling of the root canal system
Learning outcomes
References
15 Restoration of endodontically treated teeth
Summary
Introduction
Effects of endodontic treatment on the tooth
Survival of the endodontically treated tooth
Timing the restorative procedure
Restoration choice
Posts
Learning outcomes
References
This is a very informative textbook which I would definitely recommend and have learnt from. I wish I had known about it and read it on my undergraduate course - at the time I had not realised that there was such a concise book on the subject at a suitable level, interesting and easy to read!
This book should give people the confidence and encouragement to perform more endodontic procedures.
Georgina Baker, PG Student, Eastman Dental Institute, UK
Overall, an EXCELLENT and concise endodontic book for all clinicians of varying backgrounds and experience. I would highly recommend it!
Miss Zahra Hussain, PG Student, Eastman Dental Institute, UK
Harty’s Endodontics in Clinical Practice is an excellent text for both the undergraduate dental student and the busy general dental practitioner. Its logical, evidence-based chapters and concise approach progress through the course of endodontic treatment with the aid of excellent diagrams, radiographs and photographs, giving the reader a clear and easy explanation as to the principles of root canal treatment, the essentials of periradicular surgery and the management of traumatic injuries. This is an excellent reference text for a continually evolving field.
Tony Preston, Senior Lecturer in Endodontics, Liverpool, UK
‘With Endodontics now a recognised specialty within the UK, this book has established itself as the definitive text on the subject for the undergraduate dentist. The meticulous detail and excellent editing ensure there is little in the book to be criticised.’
Student, MAD Magazine - Barts and The London Students' Association, June 2004
978-0-7020-4157-0, Pitt Ford: Harty's Endodontics in Clinical Practice Text and Evolve eBooks Package, 5e
Dental students, general and vocational dental practitioners
