The main objective of this book is to provide students with the knowledge required while they are developing necessary clinical skills and attitude in their undergraduate training in conservative dentistry and endodontics. We have tried to cover wide topics like morphology of teeth, cariology, different techniques, instruments and materials available for restorations

of teeth along with the basics of endodontics.

So we can say that after going through this book, the student should be able to:

• Sit properly while operating and be able to organize their operating environment efficiently.

• Understand the morphology of teeth and differentiate one tooth from another.

• Chart teeth.

• Understand basics of cariology, its prevention and conservative management.

• Tell indications and contraindications of different dental materials.

• Apply modern pulp protective regimens.

• Select suitable restorative materials for restoration of teeth.

• Understand the basics of endodontic treatment like what are the indications of endodontic treatment, basic instruments,

access preparation, biomechanical preparation and obturation of root canal system.