Modern Endodontics (SW13-05-24-1)

The course will cover the principles and objectives of successful endodontic treatment, including the biological principles of canal preparation and its link to current thinking on irrigation and disinfection.

Delegates will learn how to better identify straightforward and complex cases, when to treat and when to refer, and how to improve their success rates.

All the techniques taught will be practiced on blocks and extracted teeth, with an emphasis on improving clinical outcomes

In order to prepare for the course, you should be aware that you will be required to bring extracted teeth with access cavities already cut and a set of instruments that you use for a routine root canal preparation.  You will need to ensure that any natural teeth you bring have been suitably treated to avoid contamination.  We recommend disinfecting them by soaking in a solution of 3% sodium hypochlorite (e.g. Sainsbury, Tesco or Morrison thin bleach).  You will also be responsible for their disposal after the course.

Mandatory: Dentist

The principles and objectives of successful endodontic treatment

Instrumenting canals of different complexities, including hands on using the RaCe 123

and BioRaCe Systems.

Current thinking on irrigation and disinfection protocols.

Principles of obturation.

Advantages & disadvantages of different methods.

How to get the best from endodontic equipment including apex locators, ultrasonics & handpieces.

When to refer and how to explain this to the patient.

The expanding role of Vital Pulp Therapy

Bioceramics for the GDP