SP-44 Rethinking Retreatment in the Bioceramic Era
CE Hours: 1.0
Description: The endodontic community has seen widespread adoption of bioceramic sealers throughout the past 15 years due to their unique biocompatible properties. Although modern root canal treatments are completed with a high level of success, there is an inherent need for retreatment procedures. Unlike traditional sealers, however, bioceramic materials have presented the challenge of complete removal during root canal retreatment. Until now, the focus of retreating bioceramic obturations has been on mechanical removal with or without adjunctive solvent use. These techniques have mixed evidence-based support. This presentation will explore modern retreatment techniques including mechanical activation as well as evaluating various solvents and their impacts on root canal retreatment.
Learning Objectives:
- Review the goals of modern root canal retreatment procedures
- Discuss available solvents and techniques aimed at bioceramic retreatment
- Evaluate current scientific evidence on retreatment of bioceramic sealer-obturated canals
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LockedRyan M. Walsh, D.D.S., M.S.
Dr. Ryan M. Walsh graduated from the University of Iowa, where he earned both his B.A. and D.D.S. degrees. He later headed south to Texas, completing advanced specialty training at Texas A&M Baylor College of Dentistry where he earned his Certificate in Endodontics along with a Master's in Oral Biology. Dr. Walsh is a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics. He serves on the Scientific Advisory Board of the Journal of Endodontics, holds a faculty appointment as Adjunct Assistant Professor at Texas A&M College of Dentistry, and is actively involved in clinical research focused on bioactive materials, resorption, and long-term outcomes in endodontic care. His work has been published in multiple peer-reviewed journals (including multiple publications in the JOE), and his lectures have taken him across the U.S. and around the world.
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