title: Treatment planning the endodontic case.
abstract: Following a definitive diagnosis of the need for root canal treatment, the treatment planning stage should be straightforward if a logical sequence of decision-making is followed. Very few contra-indications exist for providing root canal treatment, but the planning must include several aspects. Firstly, is root canal treatment best for the patient to maintain a functional dentition long term? Secondly, who should provide the treatment? Thirdly, what are the restorative options that will ensure the best long-term prognosis? The sequencing of root canal treatment generally occurs early in a typical treatment plan, and prompt restoration after treatment is crucial to long-term survival of the tooth.
authors.affiliation: School of Dental Science, The University of Melbourne, Carlton, Victoria.
authors.forename: T
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Yeng
authors.forename: H H
authors.initials: HH
authors.lastname: Messer
authors.forename: P
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Parashos
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D011379:Prognosis; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D012390:Root Canal Therapy / Q000379:methods*