Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) is revolutionizing the way we practice dentistry. This technology allows the interdisciplinary team to make accurate diagnoses, administer treatment with precision, and provide better recommendations for our patients. However, CBCT has its limitations, and this technology is prone to over-interpretation and over-diagnosis. Danger lies ahead for the lay user and our patients. In this course, we will discuss both the appropriate uses and major pitfalls of CBCT technology.

Root resorption is a very poorly understood topic in dentistry. Most dentists were taught about internal versus external resorption in dental school but now know there are many different subtypes. Adding to the confusion are many names for the same types of resorption, and our classification system is incoherent. This course seeks to add clarity to this complex phenomenon and includes a discussion of management in a way that is easy to understand and take back to your practice.

With the advances in Endodontics over the last few decades, we have increased our efficiencies, but our success rates have largely remained static. Minimally Invasive Endodontics (conservative shaping) was developed to retain more tooth structure to decrease structural failures and root fractures, however, the trade-off was that cleanliness suffered. Now there are new devices and procedures geared to clean thoroughly, even in very small shapes. We will discuss the GentleWave Technique as part of the next step in the evolution of Endodontics.

Root resorption is a very poorly understood topic in dentistry. Most dentists were taught about internal versus external resorption in dental school but now know there are many different subtypes. Adding to the confusion are many names for the same types of resorption, and our classification system is incoherent. This course seeks to add clarity to this complex phenomenon and includes a discussion of management in a way that is easy to understand and take back to your practice.

When a patient in your chair is in pain, they seek your expertise to alleviate their immediate problem. Frequently there are multiple layers of pain clouding our testing and judgment. There is no topic more fraught with downside than an incorrect diagnosis. In this interactive discussion, we will dive into complex diagnostic situations and develop strategies to get it right. Solving our patient's immediate pain builds trust and is an integral part of comprehensive dentistry.