NS-7 Innovation In Irrigation
CE Hours: 1.5
Description: Root canal disinfection is still a challenge among clinicians. Many different disinfection protocols are being proposed with uncertain evidence behind them. Technological advances during the last decade have brought new irrigation solutions and delivery systems for disinfection of the root canal system. This lecture will address the main questions clinicians have and bring evidence-based answers to the most common controversies in endodontic disinfection.
Learning Objectives:
- Evaluate the characteristics and mode of action of the main irrigating solutions
- Discuss clinical advantages and disadvantages of these innovations
- Discuss the safety of endodontic devices and procedures
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Bettina R. Basrani D.D.S., M.S.D., Ph.D.
Dr. Bettina Basrani is Associate Professor and Director of the M.Sc. Endodontics Program at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto, Canada. With over 30 peer-reviewed publications, textbook chapters, textbooks and abstracts to her credit, she has been a constant contributor to endodontic science and clinical knowledge. Dr. Basrani’s research focuses on intracanal medication and root canal irrigation, including agents and delivery methods.
Speaker Disclosure
In accordance with this policy, I declare that I have NO past or present proprietary or relevant financial relationship or receive gifts in kind (including soft intangible remuneration), consulting position or affiliation, or other personal interest of any nature or kind in any product, service, course and/or company, or in any firm beneficially associated therewith.
Brett Gilbert, D.D.S.
Dr. Brett E. Gilbert graduated from the University of Maryland Dental School in 2001 (DDS) and 2003 (Certificate in Endodontics). He is currently a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Endodontics at the University of Illinois-Chicago, College of Dentistry. He is a past-president of the Illinois Association of Endodontists. Dr. Gilbert is board certified, a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics. He was named a top ten young dental educator in America by the Seattle Study Club in 2017. In 2019 he was named to Academic Keys Who’s Who in Dentistry Higher Education (WWDHE). He serves as the director of intellectual wellness for the Dental Mental Network. He is the founder of Access Endo, a global online education platform devoted to Endodontics and direct mentorship of colleagues. Dr. Gilbert lectures on clinical endodontics and wellness. Dr. Gilbert is a partner in U.S. Endo Partners and has a full-time private practice limited to Endodontics in Niles, Illinois.
Speaker Disclosure
In accordance with this policy, I declare I have a past or present proprietary or relevant financial relationship or receive gifts in kind (including soft intangible remuneration), consulting position or affiliation, or other personal interest of any nature or kind in any product, service, course and/or company, or in any firm beneficially associated therewith, as indicated: EdgeEndo (Individual(s) Involved: Self): Honorarium; US Endo Partners (Individual(s) Involved: Self): Other Financial or Material Support, Partner
Ronald Ordinola-Zapata, DDS, MS, PhD
Dr. Ronald Ordinola Zapata is an Associate Professor at the Endodontic Division University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. Dr. Zapata completed his Endodontic residency program at the IB Bender Endodontic Division, Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, (2018), and a Certificate in Clinical Research at the School of Public Health, University of Minnesota. In 2021 Dr. Zapata achieved the Diplomate status of the American Board of Endodontics. Dr. Zapata enjoys teaching, writing scientific papers, and documenting challenging cases. In his academic career, Dr. Zapata has published more than 100 scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals and lectured internationally in more than 10 countries. Dr. Zapata also serves as Associate Editor of the International Endodontic Journal (UK) and is a member of the Scientific Advisory Board of the Journal of Endodontics (USA).
Speaker Disclosure
I declare that I have no proprietary, financial, or other personal interest of any nature or kind in any product, service, course, and/or company, or in any firm beneficially associated therewith, that will be discussed or considered during the proposed presentation.
