Clinical Endodontics I: Diagnosis, Instrumentation and Treatment (RED_030)

The aim of this course is to provide residents with the theoretical knowledge and practical competencies required for planning and performing primary endodontic treatment in accordance with the principles of contemporary evidence-based endodontics.During the course, residents acquire knowledge and skills in the diagnosis of pulpal and periapical diseases, radiographic examination, as well as the diagnosis of dental caries, caries risk assessment, and treatment planning in cases of deep caries and pulp exposure. Residents develop competencies in vital pulp therapy, rubber dam isolation, access cavity preparation, root canal anatomy and its variations, mechanical and chemical root canal preparation, the properties and clinical indications of bioactive materials, root canal obturation techniques, and assessment of treatment quality.The course also covers the aetiology, diagnosis and management of tooth surface loss, the diagnosis, treatment and prognosis of endodontic–periodontal lesions, as well as the principles of evidence-based endodontics, research methodology, biostatistics, and critical appraisal of the endodontic literature.Upon completion of the course, residents are able to independently assess clinical cases, establish an accurate diagnosis, develop evidence-based treatment plans, and make appropriate clinical decisions in accordance with contemporary endodontic guidelines.