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Cohen's Pathways of the Pulp

From Volume 48, Issue 3, March 2021 | Page 248

Authors

Segun Olujide

Foundation Dentist Emsworth Dental Surgery Emsworth Hampshire

Articles by Segun Olujide

Article

Cohen's Pathways of the Pulp

Cohen's Pathways of the Pulp aims to serve as the definitive reference guide for endodontics.

Now in its 12th edition, this comprehensive book looks at the theory and practice of endodontology. Compared to previous editions, this text introduces a number of new elements.

First of all, the 2020 edition includes the newest advances in clinical techniques in endodontics. Each chapter has updated images and references, which the reader will find is a significant improvement on previous editions. In addition, with each purchase, the reader has the ability to access an extensive online library of videos, images, case studies and quizzes.

Finally, the chapters are now organized into three broad categories:

  • The core science of endodontics: covering topics such as diagnosis, instruments, materials and treatment of various clinical scenarios
  • Advanced science topics: addressing the underlying science such as the nature of the dentine–pulp complex, pathology and microbiology,
  • Advanced clinical topics: covering the management of complications such as root resorption or iatrogenic damage.

    • One aspect of this book that impressed me was the in-depth explanations and analysis of various topics. In particular, I found the chapters outlining access to cavities, cleaning and shaping different canal shapes were explained in a clear, yet concise, manner. I also found the online content to be complementary to the written text and it helped me to gain further understanding of the topics outlined in the book.

    With previous editions, I have often found the content to be wordy and overly repetitive. While this edition marks a significant improvement on this, the reader should be warned that at 928 pages, it is by no means a short read. As a general practitioner, I found this book valuable as a reference text, reading the relevant chapters as and when required.

    To summarize, Cohen's Pathways of the Pulp can serve as an in-depth reference book for both dental students, general practitioners and specialists, and is a must-read for anyone interested in all things endodontics.