Online endodontics intensive: modern tools, materials, and protocols

Online endodontics intensive: modern tools, materials, and protocols

Category: Endodontics

Instructor(s): Marco Versiani, Paul Lambrechts, Matthias Zehnder

Course structure: Lessons: 9 lessons | Duration: 7 h 45 min

Course overview

Unique developments and advanced techniques for root canal treatment from recognized experts in endodontics such as Marco Versiani, Matthias Zehnder, Paul Lambrechts — in one online course!

During the lectures you will learn the protocols for:

Course lessons

Lesson 1: Shaping for сleaning the root canals: a clinical-based strategy

• The history and evolution of methods for studying root canal anatomy
• The importance of 3D imaging systems in the visualization of teeth anatomy and their surrounding structures in endodontics
• The difference between CBCT and micro-CT and their uses in in vivo and ex vivo studies to assess the canal anatomy and its influence on different procedures applied to the root canal system
• The issue of selecting instruments for root canal treatment
• The typical deviations found in root canal anatomy and discuss their importance
• Methods of preventing excessive removal of healthy dentin.

Lesson 2: Root Canal Treatment with Complex Anatomy

• Canals with isthmus and С-shaped canals: treatment protocols
• The difference between the traditional Cleaning & Shaping concept and how contemporary canal irrigation (Shaping for Cleaning) should be performed
• Phases of root canal cleaning
• Recommendations for improving root canal irrigation
• Irrigation solutions: criteria for selection based on the clinical situation.

Lesson 3: Trends in endodontic treatment

• Quality assessment of root canal obturation
• Sealers: comparing and selecting materials
• The limitations and potential benefits of engine-driven technology in root canal preparation
• The latest research findings on root canal anatomy and canal shaping techniques to clinical practice to enhance patient outcomes
• Nanomicrorobots in endodontics: research
• Q&A-session.

Lesson 4: Chemical root canal treatment

• Systemic approach in root canal treatment
• Biofilm Concept
• Microtomographic study of root canals: simple and complex anatomy
• Combatting infection in complex root canals
• Irrigants in endodontics
• Sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl): benefits and application protocols
• Ultrasonic activation of solutions
• Chlorhexidine vs. sodium hypochlorite.

Lesson 5: Types of solutions for irrigation and protocols for their application

• Methods for removing the smear layer and accumulated debris
• Innovations in root canal system irrigation
• Interaction between irrigation solutions
• Sealer adhesion to dentin: a study
• Chelating agents in root canal treatment
• Methods for irrigant activation
• Cleaning methods for root canals with complex anatomy.

Lesson 6: Diagnosis of endo-perio lesions

• Diagnostics and diagnostic terms
• Similarities between endodontic and periodontal disease
• Differences between endo and perio conditions
• Possible pathways of infection of root canals and periodontal tissues
• Most common conundrums and their specifics:
• furcation canals
• invaginations
• iatrogenic perforations
• external cervical resorption.
• Primary endodontic lesions: patient management tactics
• Tools and protocols for diagnosing endo-perio lesions.

Lesson 7: Critical issues in endodontic treatment. QA-session

• Compromise methods of root canal treatment
• Decision-making algorithms for choosing treatment of endo-perio lesions
• Diagnosis: cold test vs EOD
• Tactics regarding fistula
• Sclerosed root canals: approaches to treatment
• Strip perforation of molars: treatment protocol
• Vertical tooth fracture: when tooth preservation is possible
• Mechanical preparation and irrigation of root canals.

Lesson 8: External cervical root resorption. Treatment and outcome

• Aetiology and pathogenesis of external root resorption
• Diagnosis of external root resorption. CBCT analysis
• Classification and prognosis of external resorption treatment
• Assessment of the severity of external root resorption
• The choice of treatment tactics depending on the clinical situation
• Protocols for the treatment of external root resorption:
• of canine
• from the vestibular side of the incisor in a patient with bruxism
• from the palatal side of the incisor.
• Treatment of external root resorption: internal approach
• Treatment of external root resorption in combination with root canal treatment
• Indications and protocols for replantation and autotransplantation.

Lesson 9: External root resorption: alternative treatment methods and long-term outcomes

• Delayed implantation and adhesive restorations: Remodeling of hard tissues in long-term observation and histological changes
• Modern materials for the treatment of external root resorption
• Minimally invasive approach in the treatment of external root resorption
• Working with hard and soft tissues in the treatment of external root resorption
• Management of external root resorption in case of occlusal trauma
• Treatment protocol for multiple external root resorptions resulting from orthodontic treatment
• Treatment scheme for external root resorption and home care
• Q&A-session.

Who is this course for?

This online course is designed for dentists and dental professionals interested in endodontics, clinical decision-making and evidence-informed dental practice.