What is new in the 2023 European Society of Endodontology S3-level clinical practice guidelines?

BACKGROUND

The European Society of Endodontology published in 2023, the S3-level clinical practice guidelines, which supersede the Quality Guidelines for Endodontic Treatment published in 2006.

OBJECTIVES

This review aims to summarize and compare the above guidelines to support their dissemination.

METHOD: A narrative synthesis of the main differences alongside tabulation according to the main themes.

RESULTS

Three tables were prepared according to the following themes: diagnosis of pulpal and apical condition; treatment of pulpitis; and treatment of nonvital pulp and apical periodontitis.

CONCLUSIONS

A compared and simplified message regarding the most recent clinical practice guidelines has been prepared.

REGISTRATION: Not applicable as a narrative review.