03/14/2026
Let’s bend some rules: Caries leveraged Access
Caries-directed access takes a restoratively driven approach — letting the existing caries lesion, undermined enamel, or existing restoration guide your entry point rather than defaulting to a textbook outline.
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Goal: Preserve as much sound tooth structure as possible while still achieving the clinical objectives of complete debridement and obturation.
⚠️ A word of caution: Conservative access has its limits. Modified straight-line access can increase the risk of missed canals, file separation, and transportation. Know your anatomy first, then decide how conservative you can afford to be.
Fail to plan....plan to fail!
Similar case of the side door approach posted by my Endo Hero-
Fire On!
Stay calm and practice ZENdo!
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Here is the Link to 2026 dates https://www.endoxl.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Endodontic-Success-for-the-General-Dentist-2026.pdf
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