Access cavities

Question 1

what are the principles of access cavities

Answer 1

• Allow removal of roof of pulp chamber and pulp horns
  
  • Allow direct vision of pulpal floor and canal orifices
  • Avoid damage to pulpal floor or perforation
  • Allow straight line access into canals
  • Provide retention for placement of temporary restoration between visits
    Conserve as much tooth structure as possible

Question 2

what burs should you use to access through crowns

Answer 2

Question 3

what are the principles of access cavity design

Answer 3

Question 4

what is the access design for maxillary incisors and canines

Answer 4

Question 5

what is the access cavity design for premolars

Answer 5

Question 6

what is the access cavity design for mandibular premolars

Answer 6