Journal of Endodontics
Volume 36, Issue 3 , Pages 414-418 , March 2010

Comparison of Classic Endodontic Techniques versus Contemporary Techniques on Endodontic Treatment Success

  • Chris H. Fleming, DMD

      Affiliations

    • Department of Endodontics, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
    • ,
  • Mark S. Litaker, PhD

      Affiliations

    • Department of Diagnostic Sciences, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
    • ,
  • Larry W. Alley, DMD

      Affiliations

    • Department of Endodontics, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
    • ,
  • Paul D. Eleazer, DDS, MS

      Affiliations

    • Department of Endodontics, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress requests for reprints to Dr Paul Eleazer, University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Endodontics, 1530 3rd Avenue South, SDB 406, Birmingham, AL 35294.

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doi: 10.1016/j.joen.2009.11.013

Journal of Endodontics
Volume 36, Issue 3 , Pages 414-418 , March 2010

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