The Association between Choice of Diagnostic Imaging Modality and Long-term Treatment Outcomes for Patients Undergoing Nonsurgical Root Canal Treatment on Maxillary First Molars
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Description: Radiography has played a fundamental role in the advancement of nonsurgical root canal therapy (NSRCT), allowing for more accurate diagnosis and treatment. Typically, providers choose to perform NSRCT using periapical (PA) radiographs alone or, often in more difficult cases, in conjunction with cone-beam computed tomographic (CBCT) imaging. This study aimed to evaluate the outcomes of NSRCT based on imaging modality selection for the initial treatment of maxillary first molars.
- To describe the association between image modality selection, case complexity, and the associated risk of posttreatment endodontic disease.
- To list factors that may influence the outcome of non-surgical root canal treatment (NSRCT) on maxillary first molars.
- To assess the use of two imaging modalities (CBCT and PA radiographs) in the initial, non-surgical, treatment of maxillary first molars.
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LockedDevon M. Ptak, DMD, MPH,*
Dr. Devon Ptak is a board-certified endodontist dedicated to providing compassionate, individualized, and evidence-based care. She is currently in private practice in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Dr. Ptak earned her Bachelor of Science (BS) from Purdue University, a Master of Public Health (MPH) from Dartmouth College, and a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. She completed her specialty training in Endodontics at Tufts, where she earned a Certificate in Endodontics. An active member of several professional organizations, including the American Association of Endodontists (AAE), the Massachusetts Association of Endodontists (MAE), and the American Dental Association (ADA), Dr. Ptak is committed to advancing the field of endodontics. She also serves as a part-time faculty member at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, where she teaches and mentors residents and dental students. Additionally, she oversees endodontic residents' research projects, contributing to the academic and clinical development of future specialists. Dr. Ptak's research has been published in several dental journals, including the Journal of Endodontics.
Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose
