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==Introduction==

==Introduction==

[[File:Endodontics.jpg|200px|right|thumb|Endodontic treatment]]

[[File:Endodontics.jpg|200px|right|thumb|Endodontic treatment]]

Endodontics refers to the treatment of the [[Enamel Organ#Pulp|pulp of the tooth]] (Endo: inside; -dontic: tooth). There are three pulpal treatments, each of which has specific indications. These are:

Endodontics refers to the treatment of the [[Tooth - Anatomy & Physiology#Pulp|pulp of the tooth]] (Endo: inside; -dontic: tooth). There are three pulpal treatments, each of which has specific indications. These are:

#'''Pulp capping'''

#'''Pulp capping'''

#'''Partial pulpectomy''' with direct pulp capping

#'''Partial pulpectomy''' with direct pulp capping

==Indications==  

==Indications==  

Endodontics is indicated when there is, or may be, irreversible [[Pulp and Periapical Disease|pulp pathology]] (e.g. generalized pulpitis or pulp necrosis, often in combination with periapical involvement). Such cases include fractures of the [[Enamel Organ#Crown|crown]] when the pulp is exposed, non-vital teeth, [[Dental Caries|dental caries]] and iatrogenic pulp exposure in cases of crown shortening for [[Dental Malocclusion|malocclusion]] problems. In all of the above cases, extraction may be an option. Although endodontic treatment is often less traumatic and conserves strategically important teeth for both cosmetic and functional purposes it does require referral to a veterinary dental specialist for treatment.  

Endodontics is indicated when there is, or may be, irreversible [[Pulp and Periapical Disease|pulp pathology]] (e.g. generalized pulpitis or pulp necrosis, often in combination with periapical involvement). Such cases include fractures of the [[Tooth - Anatomy & Physiology#Crown|crown]] when the pulp is exposed, non-vital teeth, [[Dental Caries|dental caries]] and iatrogenic pulp exposure in cases of crown shortening for [[Dental Malocclusion|malocclusion]] problems. In all of the above cases, extraction may be an option. Although endodontic treatment is often less traumatic and conserves strategically important teeth for both cosmetic and functional purposes it does require referral to a veterinary dental specialist for treatment.  

==Contraindications==  

==Contraindications==