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Endodontic treatment has been available under NHS Regulations since its inception in 1948, and details of the incidence of treatment carried out is available from the Dental Estimates Board, Eastbourne. These records are analysed to show that, among other trends, the amount of root canal treatment provided has increased to a peak in 1984, with highest incidence in the 21-30 age group, and in single rooted anterior teeth
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Farrell, T., Burke, F. Root canal treatment in the General Dental Service 1948-1987. Br Dent J 166, 203–208 (1989). https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.bdj.4806781
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