NS-4 - Root Canal Disinfection in Minimally Invasive Preparations

There is a common consensus that the amount of dentin removal in the cervical third should be minimized to achieve the goals of root canal treatment. This is particularly important in the older adult population which is more susceptible to present dentinal cracks and vertical root fractures. This population also has more chances to require endodontic interventions in teeth with indirect restorations. This lecture will address:
- The disinfection ability of minimally invasive techniques including multi-sonic irrigation.
- Integrate data acquired from epidemiological, clinical, and laboratory studies to suggest specific clinical scenarios that can take advantage of minimally invasive procedures.