The access preparation is an essential element for successful endodontics. Preparing the endodontic access cavity is a critical step in a series of procedures that potentially leads to the 3-D obturation of the root canal system.

In this Just-In-Time segment, topics include:

• Diagnostic radiographic evaluation
• Initiating coronal access
• Managing calcifications
• Establishing radicular access
• Locating a mid-mesial canal
• Ultrasonic finishing procedures