title: The microbiologic approach in endodontics.
abstract: The results of an investigation of the microbiologic flora of gangrenous teeth are presented. The rationale of the concept of the microbiologic approach is discussed. A possible explanation for the small differences in the success of endodontically treated teeth obturated after positive and negative bacteriologic cultures is suggested.
mesh_terms: D000038:Abscess / Q000382:microbiology; D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000539:Alveolar Process; D001419:Bacteria / Q000166:cytology*; D003751:Dental Fistula / Q000382:microbiology; D003786:Dental Pulp Cavity / Q000382:microbiology*; D003790:Dental Pulp Necrosis / Q000382:microbiology*; D013293:Enterococcus faecalis / Q000166:cytology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008336:Mandibular Diseases / Q000382:microbiology; D008875:Middle Aged; D011513:Proteus mirabilis / Q000166:cytology; D012389:Root Canal Obturation; D013291:Streptococcus / Q000166:cytology; D014076:Tooth Diseases / Q000382:microbiology; D014082:Tooth Fractures / Q000382:microbiology