This book walks you through the endodontic evaluative process from the perspective of a clinically practicing endodontist. It’s all the stuff you didn’t get in dental school. It begins with the patient’s chief complaint, then follows a nonlinear format— solely based on your patient’s specific clinical scenario. It constantly answers the “what’s next?” question. The systematic flow charts are fully supported by evidence-based narratives, radiographs, and clinical photographs.

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For the general dentist and the experienced endodontist alike, NuEndo is both a guide and a reference tool for the complex processes of endodontic diagnosis, prognosis, and case selection. You will come to fully understand the dynamics of the pulpal-dentin complex, the underlying conditions related to pulpal and periapical disease, and the methods surrounding its assessment. NuEndo makes the complex straightforward by using easy-to-follow flow diagrams for every aspect of endodontic diagnosis.

 

Arm yourself with rational, evidence-based thought processes and use them to reinforce your clinical decisions and treatment recommendations
 

Build critical thinking skills that will hone your diagnostic and prognostic abilities
 

Follow well-developed and structured arguments to help you decide “what’s next?” for any given set of preexisting patient conditions.

     

Book Introduction: 
 

Knowledge of endodontics can be distinct from its clinical practice. It’s possible to perform root canal treatments technically without a deep understanding of the underlying science, just as one can grasp the scientific principles without being able to apply them effectively. While there are numerous resources on endodontics, there remains a need for a clear and accessible text that bridges the gap between theory and practice. This book aims to provide that connection by illustrating how the process is carried out and how physical evidence aligns with both theoretical and technical aspects.
 

This book is designed to be both a powerful teaching resource and a valuable learning tool. It distills techniques and concepts from extensive clinical research and established textbooks into a clear, systematic guide. While it doesn’t introduce new ideas, it offers a fresh interpretation of proven methods, making complex processes more accessible. Ideal for clinicians who want to deepen their understanding of endodontics, this book provides practical insights from the perspective of an experienced endodontist.
 

While our techniques have proven effective, they do have limitations. Our models align well with the understanding of biological systems and their interactions with external variables, which is why endodontics often yields favorable results. However, these models do not fully account for all observed phenomena. There are instances where treatments succeed despite deviating from established models. Despite our extensive knowledge of endodontics, there is still much to learn.

           

Chapter  1

• INITIAL EVALUATION AND CHIEF COMPLAINT 

• Reason for Endodontic Evaluation System

• Extraoral Swelling

• Extraoral Swelling System

• Emergency Medication Management System 
   

Chapter  2

• RADIOGRAPHIC IMAGING 

• Radiographic Imaging Options System

• Radiographic Imaging System 1

• Radiographic Imaging System 2  

• Standard Radiographic Acquisition System 

• CBCT Acquisition System 

• Radiographic Findings System

• Radiographic Revisions System

• Intraoral Screening System

• Alternative Options System 
   

Chapter   3

• INTRAORAL EVALUATION 

• Intraoral Evaluation System 

• Tissue Drainage System 

• Clinical Verification System 
   

Chapter   4

• THE DIAGNOSTIC PROCESS 

• Diagnostic Protocol Options System 

• Lingering Pain to Heat Diagnostic System 

• Diagnostic Testing Network

• Cotton Swab Bite Test 

• Cotton Swab Bite Test System

•  Percussion Test

• Percussion Test System

• Bite Stick Test

• Bite Stick Test System

• Cotton Roll Chewing Test

• Cotton Roll Chewing Test System

• Cold Testing 

• Cold Testing: System 1 

• Cold Testing: System 2

• Cold Testing: System 3 

• Electric Pulp Testing 

•  Electric Pulp Testing System 

• Selective Anesthesia

• Tooth Condition System
   

Chapter   5

• PROGNOSIS

• Prognosis Screening System

• No Crestal Bone Loss System 

• Crestal Bone Loss System

• No Bone Loss System

• Reversible Pulpitis System 
   

Chapter   6

• THE DIAGNOSIS 

• Pulpal Diagnosis System 

• Periapical Diagnosis System

• Treatment Options System  
   

Conclusion 

• Patient Subjective Examination Questionnaire 

• References

• The Author

• Acknowledgments