Modern Endodontic Program

Modern Endodontic Program

Module 1: Pulp and Periapical Diseases (Diagnosis and Case Selection)

  • Understanding pulpal diseases and diagnosis methods
  • Identifying periapical diseases
  • Diagnostic techniques (clinical and radiographic methods)
  • Case selection criterion for root canal treatment
  • Hands-on practice using pulp testing devices and radiographs
  • Case discussions for selecting appropriate treatments
  • Practical exercises on diagnosis

Module 2: Cavity Preparation, Access, and Cleaning of Root Canals

  • Cavity preparation principles and techniques
  • Understanding root canal anatomy
  • Importance of proper isolation (rubber dam)
  • Tools for cavity preparation
  • Hands-on cavity preparation on dental models
  • Practice on creating proper access openings
  • Using rotary instruments for cleaning and shaping canals

Module 3: Root Canal Filling and Isolation Techniques

  • Materials for root canal obturation (gutta-percha, bioceramic     sealers)
  • Principles of three-dimensional obturation
  • Techniques for root canal filling
  • Isolation techniques using rubber dam
  • Practical exercises on root canal obturation using various     materials
  • Hands-on practice with isolation techniques (rubber dam)

Module 4: Identification of Post-Treatment Complications

  • Overview of common post-treatment signs and symptoms
  • Identifying post-treatment complications (pain, swelling,     infection)
  • When and how to refer patients for specialist care
  • Case-based discussions on recognizing complications
  • Role-playing for patient communication and referral guidance

Module 5: Basic Management of Endodontic Challenges

  • Introduction to retreatment: indications and limitations
  • Basic non-surgical error management (e.g., missed canals)
  • Importance of coronal seal and restoration
  • Simulation of access cavity corrections
  • Managing simple retreatment cases on models

Module 6: Pharmacological and Trauma-Related Aspects in Endodontics

  • Endodontic management of dental trauma (diagnosis, treatment planning, splinting, and follow-up care)
  • Pharmacology in endodontics (use of analgesics, antibiotics, steroids, and pain management strategies)
  • Case-based trauma simulations
  • Prescription writing practice
  • OSCE-style stations: trauma and medication

Module 7: Introduction to Root Canal Challenges and Prevention

  • Overview of common challenges in root canal treatment
  • Prevention of procedural errors: blockages,     over-instrumentation
  • Safe working length and glide path importance
  • Practicing safe instrumentation techniques
  • Error-prevention on simulation blocks

Module 8: Complex Case Diagnosis – CBCT Interpretation and Diagnostic Protocols

  • Anatomical variations and high-risk case identification
  • Assessing treatability and referral criteria

Module 9: Dental Restorations after Root Canal Treatment and Direct Filling Techniques

  • Introduction to direct and indirect dental restorations after     root canal treatment
  • Types of direct fillings: composite, amalgam, and glass ionomer     cement (GIC)
  • Material selection criterion for different clinical cases
  • Steps of tooth preparation for direct fillings
  • Hands-on practice on placing composite and amalgam restorations
  • Isolation techniques before placing direct fillings
  • Practical application on phantom lab models

Module 10: Advanced Canal Preparation and Instrumentation

  • Mastering NiTi systems (e.g., Reciproc Blue, ProTaper Gold)
  • Glide path creation and perforation management
  • Clinical simulation on extracted and artificial teeth

Module 11: Enhanced Isolation and Disinfection

  • Rubber dam mastery with microscopes
  • Passive ultrasonic irrigation and new disinfection systems
  • Biofilm control and advanced irrigation protocols

Module 12: Nonsurgical Retreatment Techniques

  • Gutta-percha removal strategies (heat, solvents, rotary files)
  • Management of blockages, broken files, and ledges
  • Retreatment planning and execution

Module 13: Regenerative Endodontics

  • Treatment of immature apex with biologic materials
  • Application of PRF/PRP in endodontics
  • Clinical cases and scientific review of regeneration

Module 14: Final Evaluation – Case Discussion

  • Practical study book (log book)
  • Final evaluation through group case discussion

Module 1: Pulp and Periapical Diseases (Diagnosis and Case Selection)

  • Understanding pulpal diseases and diagnosis methods
  • Identifying periapical diseases
  • Diagnostic techniques (clinical and radiographic methods)
  • Case selection criterion for root canal treatment
  • Hands-on practice using pulp testing devices and radiographs
  • Case discussions for selecting appropriate treatments
  • Practical exercises on diagnosis

Module 2: Cavity Preparation, Access, and Cleaning of Root Canals

  • Cavity preparation principles and techniques
  • Understanding root canal anatomy
  • Importance of proper isolation (rubber dam)
  • Tools for cavity preparation
  • Hands-on cavity preparation on dental models
  • Practice on creating proper access openings
  • Using rotary instruments for cleaning and shaping canals

Module 3: Root Canal Filling and Isolation Techniques

  • Materials for root canal obturation (gutta-percha, bioceramic     sealers)
  • Principles of three-dimensional obturation
  • Techniques for root canal filling
  • Isolation techniques using rubber dam
  • Practical exercises on root canal obturation using various     materials
  • Hands-on practice with isolation techniques (rubber dam)

Module 4: Identification of Post-Treatment Complications

  • Overview of common post-treatment signs and symptoms
  • Identifying post-treatment complications (pain, swelling,     infection)
  • When and how to refer patients for specialist care
  • Case-based discussions on recognizing complications
  • Role-playing for patient communication and referral guidance

Module 5: Basic Management of Endodontic Challenges

  • Introduction to retreatment: indications and limitations
  • Basic non-surgical error management (e.g., missed canals)
  • Importance of coronal seal and restoration
  • Simulation of access cavity corrections
  • Managing simple retreatment cases on models

Module 6: Pharmacological and Trauma-Related Aspects in Endodontics

  • Endodontic management of dental trauma (diagnosis, treatment planning, splinting, and follow-up care)
  • Pharmacology in endodontics (use of analgesics, antibiotics, steroids, and pain management strategies)
  • Case-based trauma simulations
  • Prescription writing practice
  • OSCE-style stations: trauma and medication

Module 7: Introduction to Root Canal Challenges and Prevention

  • Overview of common challenges in root canal treatment
  • Prevention of procedural errors: blockages,     over-instrumentation
  • Safe working length and glide path importance
  • Practicing safe instrumentation techniques
  • Error-prevention on simulation blocks

Module 8: Complex Case Diagnosis – CBCT Interpretation and Diagnostic Protocols

  • Anatomical variations and high-risk case identification
  • Assessing treatability and referral criteria

Module 9: Dental Restorations after Root Canal Treatment and Direct Filling Techniques

  • Introduction to direct and indirect dental restorations after     root canal treatment
  • Types of direct fillings: composite, amalgam, and glass ionomer     cement (GIC)
  • Material selection criterion for different clinical cases
  • Steps of tooth preparation for direct fillings
  • Hands-on practice on placing composite and amalgam restorations
  • Isolation techniques before placing direct fillings
  • Practical application on phantom lab models

Module 10: Advanced Canal Preparation and Instrumentation

  • Mastering NiTi systems (e.g., Reciproc Blue, ProTaper Gold)
  • Glide path creation and perforation management
  • Clinical simulation on extracted and artificial teeth

Module 11: Enhanced Isolation and Disinfection

  • Rubber dam mastery with microscopes
  • Passive ultrasonic irrigation and new disinfection systems
  • Biofilm control and advanced irrigation protocols

Module 12: Nonsurgical Retreatment Techniques

  • Gutta-percha removal strategies (heat, solvents, rotary files)
  • Management of blockages, broken files, and ledges
  • Retreatment planning and execution

Module 13: Regenerative Endodontics

  • Treatment of immature apex with biologic materials
  • Application of PRF/PRP in endodontics
  • Clinical cases and scientific review of regeneration

Module 14: Final Evaluation – Case Discussion

  • Practical study book (log book)
  • Final evaluation through group case discussion