Dentistry is restoratively driven, supplemented by endodontic and surgical components. When a tooth cannot be restored, then it does not matter whether endodontic treatment can be or is rendered. Treatment planning decisions need to focus on the restorability of the tooth when deciding what treatment will provide reasonable long-term success. If the tooth can be restored, then pursuing endodontic treatment is the best treatment decision. But when this cannot be accomplished or the restorative prognosis cannot provide reasonable long-term success, then extraction and implant placement is the more prudent treatment option.
Presented By:
- Dr. Gregori M. Kurtzman
Duration: 94 min
