Clinical Predictors of Endodontic Treatment Outcomes
A special issue of Diagnostics (ISSN 2075-4418). This special issue belongs to the section "Clinical Diagnosis and Prognosis".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2026 | Viewed by 241
Special Issue Editors
2. Center for Innovation and Research in Oral Sciences (CIROS), Faculty of Medicine, University of Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
Interests: biomaterials; endodontics; regenerative tissue; apexification; apical papilla; stem cells; calcium silicate-based cements; dental materials; modified adhesives; bioactive materials; dental composites; mineral trioxide aggregate; nanotechnology; regenerative endodontics procedures; revitalization
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Interests: CBCT; regenerative endodontics; endodontics diagnostics; endodontic retreatment; outcome; apical microsurgery; histology
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue, “Clinical Predictors of Endodontic Treatment Outcomes,” focuses on identifying and understanding the factors that influence the prognosis of endodontic treatment. Despite advances in materials, techniques, and imaging technologies, predicting treatment outcomes remains complex. Establishing reliable clinical predictors can enhance treatment planning, improve patient communication, and guide evidence-based decision-making.
We invite original research, systematic reviews, and clinical investigations exploring prognostic variables related to periapical healing and tooth survival—such as preoperative diagnosis, apical periodontitis status, coronal restoration quality, operator experience, and host-related factors. Studies utilizing advanced diagnostic tools, including CBCT, digital imaging, and artificial intelligence, are particularly encouraged.
The issue also welcomes work on outcome prediction models, multivariate risk analysis, and patient-centered measures, reflecting the growing interest in personalized and minimally invasive endodontic care.
This Special Issue aims to integrate clinical, radiographic, and biological insights to strengthen prognostic evidence.
By promoting collaboration and innovation, this issue aims to refine predictive strategies that enhance treatment planning, improve outcomes, and support long-term tooth preservation.
Dr. Paulo J. Palma
Dr. João F. Brochado Martins
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- diagnosis
- endodontics
- radiographic imaging
- CBCT
- outcomes
- histology
- preoperative diagnosis
- apical periodontitis status
- clinical predictors treatment planning, improve patient communication, and guide evidence-based decision-making
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