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  • Dental Caries
  • Endodontics
  • Inflammation
  • Periapical Periodontitis

Apical Periodontitis

Apical periodontitis is the local inflammation of the periapical tissues that originate from pulp disease. It may occur due to the advancement of dental caries, trauma, or operative dental procedures. The infected pulp is the main cause of apical periodontitis. The host defense response to pathogenic microbes is what triggers inflammation and the consequent destruction of periradicular tissues. Endodontic disease includes multiple signs and symptoms, both asymptomatic and symptomatic. A thorough evaluation must be completed to determine the source of these symptoms to dictate the appropriate treatment interventions. This activity reviews the evaluation and treatment of endodontic disease.

Credit & MOC Details

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Credit types

DentistryUp to 1.5 credits

MOC types

No MOC

FDA REMS

No

Qualifies for MIPS

No

Target Specialties

No specific specialties targeted.

Pricing

Fee varies

This provider typically $49–98

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Listed by the provider

  • Article / monograph / reference
  • Credit · Up to 1.5 credits
  • Fee varies · this provider typically $49–98
  • Released
    Sep 1, 2026
  • Last day to claim credit
    Sep 1, 2029 3 years left