DFT Lancaster - Hands on Endodontics (NW170127FLN)

FP84

Need help viewing PDF documents?

Mike now runs a private endodontic referral practices in Altrincham, Cheshire and is the senior partner in simplyendo, providing quality endodontic training to general dental practitioners. Mike is also programme director for the MSc in Endodontology at The University of Chester, providing a part time modular Masters programme in endodontology aimed primarily at busy general dental practitioners aspiring to improve the quality of their knowledge in the field of endodontology.

Qualified BDS 1984, general practice NHS, 1984-1998

MSc Endodontology 2000, practice limited to endodontics 1998- present.

Mandatory: Foundation Dentist

This programme discusses the diagnosis, and management of endodontic disease in dental practice.

Update on contemporary endodontic practice looking at modern canal shaping, cleaning and obturation techniques.

This programme discusses different concepts of canal shaping in modern endodontology. It will highlight the background to endodontic disease and how successful treatment is related to predictable consistent canal shaping combined with efficient canal disinfection with irrigants. The programme will also present an overview on the requirements for an ideal obturation. This will be discussed together with the issues relating to hot and cold obturation techniques and conclude with a review of contemporary obturation materials and sealers.

•Be familiar with different concepts of canal shaping

•Be aware of the importance of consistent canal shaping

•Know how to decide which canal shaping technique is appropriate for individual cases

•Making obturation easy

•Indications for the use of different obturation techniques

•An awareness of obturation materials including contemporary sealers