The endodontic literature is replete with evidence of the earnest work of many investigators into the challenges of managing root canal infection and periapical disease. However, there is no optimal, standardized, universally accepted protocol for root canal treatment.
The main goal of this comprehensive hands-on course is to take the attendee through all the aspects needed to take the practice to the next level by utilizing a simple and efficient endodontic technique, presenting a new instrumentation system based on the safety of reciprocation allied to the efficiency of rotatory movement.
Furthermore, an easy-to-use and highly effective ultrasonic irrigation technique will be discussed to achieve high level of cleanness and disinfection.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify the anatomical features on a 3D tooth replica based on micro-CT images of a lower molar with intricate canal anatomy.
- Use a intelligent sequence of files for instrumentation.
- Employ Passive Ultrasonic Irrigation or Continuous Ultrasonic Irrigation and the piezoelectric ultrasonic unit.
- Compare the cleanliness achieved through the proposed technique versus conventional irrigation by evaluating both methods.
- Perform a single cone obturation using Bioceramic sealer and selected gutta-percha.
DDS, MSc, PhD - Virginia, United States
Dr. Carlos Alberto Spironelli Ramos is a highly experienced endodontist with a Ph.D. in endodontics, boasting more than thirty-five years in clinical practice, research, and education. For 18 years, he headed the endodontics department at Londrina State University in Brazil before moving to the United States in 2012. Dr. Ramos is proficient in three languages and has presented numerous lectures and hands-on training on U.S. and international platforms. His deep passion for education is evident through his extensive writing, which includes books, chapters, articles, and research papers. Additionally, he has developed and secured five international patents for innovative devices and techniques in the endodontic field, such as apex locators, reciprocating movement, heat treatment technologies, and ultrasonic irrigation. Dr. Ramos resides in Richmond, Virginia, overseeing Woodpecker's global education, research, and development initiatives.
