Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction and scope of endodontics -- Pulp and periradicular tissue -- Pathologies of pulp and periapex -- Endodontic microbiology -- rationale of endodontic treatment -- Diagnostic procedures -- Differential diagnosis of orofacial pain -- Case selection and treatment planning -- Asepsis in Endodontics -- Isolation -- Pharmacology in endodontic -- Endodontic instruments -- Internal anatomy -- Access cavity preparation -- Working length determination -- Irrigation and intracanal medicaments -- Cleaning and shaping of root canal system -- Obturation of root canal system -- Single-visit endodontics -- Mid treatment flare-ups in endodontics -- Endodontic emergencies -- Procedural accidents -- Endodontic failures and retreatment -- Endodontic periodontal relationships -- Restoration of endodontically treated teeth -- Management of traumatic injuries -- Pulpal response to caries and dental procedure -- Management of discolored teeth -- Tooth resorption --Tooth infractions -- Tooth hypersensitivity -- Pediatric endodontics -- Lasers in endodontics -- Magnification -- Tissue engineering --Ethics in endodontics.