Journal of Endodontics
Volume 34, Issue 5, Supplement , Pages e79-e85 , May 2008

Management of the Immature Apex Tooth: An Online Study Guide

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doi: 10.1016/j.joen.2007.07.030

Journal of Endodontics
Volume 34, Issue 5, Supplement , Pages e79-e85 , May 2008

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