Dentistry I

Theoretical topics: • An introduction to endodontics • Materials needed in restorative dentistry • Techniques in restorative dentistry • Pulpal reactions and endodontic infections • Diagnostic procedures in endodontics • Direct/vital pulp treatment and partial pulpotomy • Getting ready for total pulpectomy • Total pulpectomy techniques (access and canal preparation – materials and techniques – dogs and cats) • Total pulpectomy techniques (canal obturation and restoration - materials and techniques) • Evaluation of total pulpectomy • Common endodontic complications • Basic principles of surgical endodontics (apicoectomy, hemisection) Practical/interactive procedures: • Restoration techniques • Case-based review of dental radiographs • Vital pulp treatment, pulpotomy and restoration • Total pulpectomy step-by-step: access preparation, canal preparation, canal obturation and restoration • Interactive radiograph-based session: Evaluation of procedures performed by attendees • Temporary filling • Total pulpectomy A to Z: canine tooth