Includes bibliographical references and index.

Diagnosis -- Radiographic interpretation -- Case selection and treatment planning -- Pain control -- Tooth morphology, isolation, and access -- Cleaning and shaping the root canal system -- Obturation of the cleaned and shaped root canal system -- Nonsurgical retreatment -- Periradicular surgery -- Regenerative endodontics -- Evaluation of outcomes -- Structure and functions of the dentin-pulp complex -- Pulpal reactions to caries and dental procedures -- Microbiology of endodontic infections -- Pathobiology of apical periodontitis -- Root resorption -- Diagnosis of nonodontogenic toothache -- Management of endodontic emergencies -- Managing iatrogenic endodontic events -- The role of endodontics after dental traumatic injuries -- Cracks and fractures -- Restoration of the endodontically treated tooth -- Vital pulp therapy -- Pediatric endodontics : endodontic treatment for the primary and young permanent dentition -- Endodontic and periodontal interrelationships -- Effects of age and systemic health on endodontics -- Bleaching procedures -- Understanding and managing the fearful dental patient -- Endodontic records and legal responsibilities -- Key principles of endodontic practice management.