I-02 Contemporary Microbiology of Endodontic Infections and Its Clinical Relevance

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CE Hours: 1.25

Description: Endodontic disease is microbial in origin, and therefore, exploring microbiological principles and their relevance to clinical endodontics is essential for successful treatment. This presentation will explore the findings of contemporary microbiological studies in Endodontics and identify their role in optimizing clinical care.

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  • Discuss novel microbiological concepts in Endodontics
  • Explore clinical principles that rely on these microbiological findings
  • Examine the efficacy and utility of contemporary technologies in optimizing endodontic disinfection protocols and improving outcomes

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I-02 Contemporary Microbiology of Endodontic Infections and Its Clinical Relevance
Recorded 04/15/2026  |  75 minutes
Recorded 04/15/2026  |  75 minutes
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1.25 CE credits  |  Certificate available
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Ashraf F. Fouad, D.D.S., M.S.

Ashraf F. Fouad, D.D.S., M.S.

Dr. Fouad obtained his DDS, Certificate of Endodontics, and MS at the University of Iowa. 

He served on the faculty and in various administrative roles at the University of Connecticut, the University of Maryland, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He is currently Professor and Chair, Department of Endodontics, Director, Advanced Endodontics Program, and Interim Director, Health Information and Business Systems (HIBS) at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. 

Dr. Fouad has published over 120 peer-reviewed manuscripts, 62 editorials and invited manuscripts, 25 textbook chapters, and over 150 abstracts. He edited and co-authored several editions of the textbooks: Endodontic Microbiology and Endodontics: Principles and Practice. He served as Associate Editor of the Journal of Endodontics for 15 years and is currently Associate Editor of Dental Traumatology and the Endodontics Section of Frontiers of Dental Medicine. He is a Diplomate and Past President of the American Board of Endodontics. He received the Distinguished Scientist Award from the Pulp Biology and Regeneration Group of the IADR in 2017, the AAE President's Award in 2022, and the International Grossman's Award in 2023.

Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose