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Top tips for mastering endodontics at university

BDJ Student volume 28, pages 53–55 (2021)Cite this article

By Nirali Patel and Tanvi Bagtharia

As a student, root canal treatment (RCT) is a daunting procedure to perform in clinic, especially the first few times. It might feel like you're working in the dark and with the many stages it encompasses, it's easy to feel overwhelmed or stressed. This article will provide an overview of practical top tips to make a RCT appointment more manageable and productive.

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    Nirali Patel

  2. Benfleet Dental Clinic, South Benfleet, UK

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Patel, N., Bagtharia, T. Top tips for mastering endodontics at university. BDJ Student 28, 53–55 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41406-021-0222-6

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