Pathways of the Pulp
by Stephen Cohen, Kenneth M. Hargreaves

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• Records and Legal Responsibilities chapter includes legal forms and descriptions of legal processes, guidelines for record keeping, and updated information on HIPAA/doctor-patient rights and responsibilities.
• Geriatric Endodontics chapter discusses special considerations and procedures for older patients.
• Digital Technologies chapter explains how electronic records can reduce paper flow, improve legibility of treatment plans and prescriptions, recall advice given to patients, and record diagnoses; it also shows how technology can be applied to improve patient care.
• Instruments, Materials and Devices chapter discusses tools and materials used to clean and shape the root canal, including the new MTAD (Endo-Pure?) irrigant, plus appropriate care for instruments, and how to select proper instruments.
• Information on managing problems/emergencies in endodontic anesthesia explains troubleshooting guidelines for more efficient problem solving, and includes drug interaction tables and guidelines on how to select proper anesthetics.
• Endodontic Pharmacology chapter outlines pharmacologic options for pretreatment, posttreatment, and intraoperative stages, including current information on COX-2 inhibitors and new drugs on the market.

• Full-color design offers more detail in clinical photos.
• New contributors offer expert perspectives and build on the material in previous editions.
• Endodontic Failures chapter discusses treatment for apical periodontitis.
• Coverage of biocontaminants and the sterilization of tools and waterlines includes updates on antibacterial procedures and materials, and sterilization pre- and post-treatment, helping practices maintain better infection control.
• Information on wireless digital radiology describes components and applications, with a pro-and-con comparison to traditional film.
• Coverage of the connection between apical periodontitis/gingival infection and stroke/heart conditions helps clinicians make better decisions when preparing and treating patients.

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