Critical aspects and future directions of root canal treatment to know in dental education: A policy brief
Iftear Kazim Rafi
http://dx.doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17281553
Mediterr J Med Med Sci, Ahead of Print, 2025
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Abstract
Root canal treatment should not be seen as a procedure of last resort, but rather as a cornerstone of conservative dentistry. Promoting awareness of its safety, efficacy, and role in long-term oral health preservation is essential in both clinical practice and patient education.
Keywords
AI integration, endodontics, dental procedure, RCT
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Submitted date:
09/10/2025
Reviewed date:
09/30/2025
Accepted date:
10/02/2025
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