title: [Theoretical research and clinical practices of contemporary root canal therapy].
abstract: Root canal therapy is currently the most effective treatment for pulpal and periapical diseases. With the innovation of endodontic theory and techniques, the concept of contemporary root canal therapy has been established and promoted gradually. Advances in endodontic technology, instruments, and materials have increased the safety and clinical success rate of root canal therapy. This article reviews the recent theoretical research and clinical practices of contemporary root canal therapy.
authors.affiliation: School of Stomatology, Captial Medical University, Beijing 100050, China.
authors.forename: Ben-Xiang
authors.initials: BX
authors.lastname: Hou
authors.forename: Hai-Ying
authors.initials: HY
authors.lastname: Zhang
mesh_terms: D003788:Dental Pulp Diseases / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D010483:Periapical Diseases / Q000628:therapy; D012390:Root Canal Therapy / Q000379:methods*