title: Discussion of a complex endodontic case: when to refer.
abstract: A clinical case has been presented which discusses the clinical pre- and post-op assessment of a challenging clinical case. Emphasis has been placed on risk assessment as well as prevention of iatrogenic events by achievement and maintenance of apical patency as well as attainment of an ideal master apical taper and diameter.
authors.affiliation: richard-mounce@mounceendo.com
authors.forename: Richard E
authors.initials: RE
authors.lastname: Mounce
mesh_terms: D003657:Decision Making; D003786:Dental Pulp Cavity / Q000033:anatomy & histology*; D006801:Humans; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D018570:Risk Assessment; D018915:Root Canal Preparation / Q000295:instrumentation*; D012390:Root Canal Therapy