Editorial by Dr Nupur Shrirao for Volume 6, Issue 11
Dentistry is built on decisions made with experience and judgement. General dentistry encompasses regular procedures like scaling, restorations, root canal treatments, and more recently, implants. But some decisions of these regular procedures may not be as basic as one may think!
Treating with judgement is in the details, by thinking about factors other dentists often ignore: how to support healing after scaling, when to preserve deep carious tissue, how to navigate complex root canal anatomy, and when implant placement may not be the right choice. This November issue brings together six perspectives on the clinical judgment, learning, and practical skill that help shape better care.
We begin with Optimizing healing after scaling, focusing on clinical recommendations that support recovery and periodontal health. From there, Beyond the Degree looks at the MDS journey as more than an academic milestone. It is a story of growth, grit, and the experiences that shape a clinician’s professional path.
The issue then turns to endodontics. The Enigma of Mandibular Second Molars in Root Canals explores the anatomical complexity that can make these teeth challenging to treat. Beyond the Apex offers ten clinical pearls aimed at strengthening root canal outcomes, while Deep Caries in Vital Permanent Teeth provides a chairside guide to selective, stepwise, and non-selective carious tissue removal.
Finally, Dental Implant Contraindications: When to NOT Place Implants considers an essential part of treatment planning: recognizing when proceeding may not be appropriate. Good care is not only about knowing what can be done, but also about weighing risks and choosing the right course for each patient.
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