Start to Finish Endodontics

Dr. Scott Resnick, a leading endodontist with New York City Endodontics, outlines the important steps in successful endodontic treatment. He guides the participant through the steps in endodontics, intricately tying each step into meeting the main goal of root canal therapy: the prevention and or elimination of bacterial infection and inflammation associated with the canal system.  His approach is clear and logical as he paints the picture of canal anatomy and how to successfully treat it in its entirety.

Course Objectives:

• Recognize how our advanced technology provides greater clinical ease and outcomes in the various endodontic steps
• Appreciate the anatomy and complexity of the canal system and how CBCT and microscopes play an important part in successful treatment
• Review the importance of straight-line access, ultrasonics, employing proper apex locator techniques and creating a smooth and reproducible glide path
• Identify how the reciprocating motion reduces stress in the canal
• Gain a better understanding of irrigating solutions, activation and how flowable gutta percha 3-dimensionally seals the complex anatomy

Original Release Date: 10/25/2019; Re-Release Date: 10/25/2022; Re-evaluation Date: 10/25/205

AGD PACE Subject Code: 070 - Endodontics