The Power of Bubbles - Next Level Endodontics
Continuing education for dentists in Edmonton, Alberta
In-person | 4* CE credits | $375 | Limited capacity
* This number is an estimate. Your regulatory body will issue the credits.
** Tuition may be subject to change
Lasers Tech in Endodontics: Join us on Feb. 22, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and gain valuable insight into what is next for endodontic therapy.
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What you will learn
Over the past 20 years, endodontics has experienced a volcanic eruption of new technologies, including NiTi shaping files, biocompatible materials, and CBCT for improved diagnostics. While these advancements focus on minimally invasive techniques to preserve tooth structure, Herbert Schilder’s aphorism reminds us that, in endodontic therapy, “what is removed” is more critical than “what is introduced.”
In this context, laser-activated irrigation—particularly SWEEPS technology—represents a breakthrough for 3D cleaning and disinfection of the root canal system. Utilizing Er:YAG laser technology, SWEEPS activates standard irrigants (NaOCl and EDTA) without replacing conventional instrumentation. This technique, validated by extensive research, employs dual ultra-short laser pulses for exceptional cleaning and decontamination.
This lecture will explore the scientific concepts behind SWEEPS technology, review high-speed video analyses, and present clinical cases, offering attendees valuable insights into the future of endodontic therapy.
Learning objectives:
- Understand the primary role of irrigation in endodontics
- Recognize the limitations of conventional and modern irrigation systems
- Differentiate among sonic, ultrasonic, multisonic and laser-activated irrigation
- Explore the advantages of SWEEPS technology for root canal irrigation
- Learn the timing and roles of NaOCl and EDTA in root canal therapy
- Master tips and tricks for efficiently and safely using lasers in endodontics
Pricing and details
Course structure
This in-person course will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Edmonton Clinic Health Academy (ECHA) at the university's north campus. The day will be a mixture of lectures a hands-on sessions.
Refreshments are provided.
Prerequisites
Active practicing dentistry license from your regulatory authority.
Questions?
Contact us at dentce@ualberta.ca
Our leading faculty
Dr. Roeland De Moor
Senior full professor - Ghent University (Belgium)
De Moor, DDS, Phd, MSc graduated in 1984 from the Dental School, Ghent University, Belgium. He has an MSc in Paediatric Dentistry and an MSc in Endodontics and Restorative Dentistry (Ghent University, Belgium), and received the PhD degree in 1995 at the same university.
He belongs to the group of officially recognised dental judicial experts in Belgium. At present, he is a senior full professor at the Ghent University (Belgium) and guest professor at the University Clinic of Vienna (Austria); has private clinical practice is devoted to endodontics, dental traumatology, orofacial damage assessment and dental laser bleaching. He has a 35-year expertise in the field of laser applications in dentistry.
His research is focused on the application of laser technology for root canal cleaning and disinfection, endodontic quality, application of light activated nanoparticles for endodontic purposes, Laser Doppler Flowmetry (pulp vitality) and the dynamics of root canal irrigation. He is a member of the editorial board of the International Endodontic Journal, Journal of Endodontics, Journal of Adhesive Dentistry and Dentistry Journal – section “Lasers in Dentistry”; and serves as a reviewer on a regular basis for all dental laser journals and endodontic journals with impact factor. He has authored and co-authored more than 250 articles in peer-reviewed journals. Together with Giovanni Olivi and Enrico DiVito he has authored the book “Lasers in Endodontics”, but has also contributed to several other textbooks on Endodontology, Dental Laser Applications and Restorative Dentistry.
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