Microbiologic aspects of endodontic infections.
Our understanding of endodontic infections and treatment of endodontic disease has increased significantly over the last decade. This article is an update of those findings. Aspects that are reviewed include: portal of entry for microorganisms, virulence and pathogenicity of organisms, descriptions of primary and recurrent endodontic infections, and treatment of endodontic infections.
Baumgartner
J Craig
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Department of Endodontology, School of Dentistry, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland 97239-3097, USA.
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D001419:Bacteria / Q000472:pathogenicity; D003788:Dental Pulp Diseases / Q000382:microbiology*; D006801:Humans; D010483:Periapical Diseases / Q000382:microbiology*; D012008:Recurrence; D014774:Virulence
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents