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What percentage of cases may show persistent or recurrent symptoms after conventional endodontic treatment?
What percentage of cases may show persistent or recurrent symptoms after conventional endodontic treatment?
- 20% to 25%
- 15% to 20%
- 10% to 15% (correct)
- 5% to 10%
What is one of the indications for periapical surgery?
What is one of the indications for periapical surgery?
- Presence of a draining fistula
- Radiolucency increasing in size
- Pain on mastication
- Anatomic problems (correct)
What is one of the procedures included in periapical surgery?
What is one of the procedures included in periapical surgery?
- Gingival grafting
- Resection of the root apex (correct)
- Scaling and root planing
- Placement of a post and core
When do many endodontic failures occur following the initial root canal treatment?
When do many endodontic failures occur following the initial root canal treatment?
What has traditionally been an important part of endodontic treatment?
What has traditionally been an important part of endodontic treatment?
What is the preferred approach when simultaneous root canal therapy and apical surgery are indicated?
What is the preferred approach when simultaneous root canal therapy and apical surgery are indicated?
What is the best course of action when conventional endodontic treatment is ineffective at eliminating symptoms in some patients?
What is the best course of action when conventional endodontic treatment is ineffective at eliminating symptoms in some patients?
When is surgical management of all periapical pathoses, large periapical lesions, or both often unnecessary?
When is surgical management of all periapical pathoses, large periapical lesions, or both often unnecessary?
What is often unsuccessful when the cause of a treatment failure cannot be identified?
What is often unsuccessful when the cause of a treatment failure cannot be identified?
What often offers the best chance of success when addressing orthograde re-treatment?
What often offers the best chance of success when addressing orthograde re-treatment?
