endodontic procedures

PIPS – an endodontic breakthrough

Photon Induced Photoacoustic Streaming from Lares Dental http://laresdental.com/pips.asp An idea whose time has come? Related articles Avalanche of endodontics on acrylic blocks? (blogohj.oralhealthjournal.com) Lasers in Endodontics (blogohj.oralhealthjournal.com) Retreatment of failing endodontic procedures REDUX (blogohj.oralhealthjournal.com) Retreatment of failing endodontic procedures REDUX (1.5) (blogohj.oralhealthjournal.com) Decompression case – endodontics (blogohj.oralhealthjournal.com) Retreatment of failing endodontic procedures REDUX (1) (blogohj.oralhealthjournal.com) Interview: … Read more

Avalanche of endodontics on acrylic blocks?

Always found it odd that acrylic blocks were treated in the hotel courses given when each new endodontic file system that was superior to the preceding system and all other company’s systems were launched. I’ve been in practice for 137 years, but never had to treat an acrylic block……. The far more effective way to … Read more

Share and Care

The literal avalanche of new endodontic files systems has created a renewed interest in endodontic CE.  Cliff Ruddle was in town this past weekend and as always, his course was SRO as he is without exception one of the most entertaining individuals on the lecture circuit.  I happened to be cleaning up the pewter this … Read more

White lines or white lies?

By Rafael Michiels, Belgium – from Dental Tribune With the recent development of new file systems–WaveOne from DENTSPLY Maillefer and RECIPROC from VDW–endodontists have been having controversial discussions about their usefulness. This is partly due to the aggressive marketing of these products. Great emphasis is laid on simplifying the endodontic procedure. The thought behind this … Read more

Decompression case – endodontics

From Dr. Fred Barnett Patient is a 16 year old female; past history of trauma to tooth #2.1. Patient originally presented with a significant cellulitis (to the orbital area) to her local ER and she was admitted and placed on IV clindamycin. She was then referred to us for treatment.   Decompression case……6 weeks between radiographs.  Angles … Read more

Editorial on the use of small FOV cbCT

From the International Endodontic Journal – very well written and thought out editorial. files.me.com/ken.serota160/s27h67 Check out the vid – someone has funky tastes in muzak  Related articles Endo Perio Implant Algorithm Redux (blogohj.oralhealthjournal.com) Retreatment of failing endodontic procedures (blogohj.oralhealthjournal.com) Artifacts in cbCT: recognition and avoidance (blogohj.oralhealthjournal.com) Eh, what’s up doc? (blogohj.oralhealthjournal.com) Yes, there is an … Read more

When John Flucke comments, everyone……………

Kerr SonicFill Evaluation is Complete – a game changer if’n there e’er was one….. For about the past 5 months, I’ve been using/evaluating the Kerr SonicFill system.  In a nutshell, I’m endorsing the product with my highest recommendation.  If you’ve been looking for a way to streamline your composite procedures, look no further.  The investment … Read more

Retreatment of failing endodontic procedures REDUX (2)

Just to keep you thinking…………………….. Reasons for failure subsequent to retreatment ·       Incomplete debridement ·       Inadequate apical enlargement ·       Extra-radicular infection ·       Resistant Intra-canal infection (E. faecalis) ·       Root surface biofilm  ·       Foreign body reactions ·       True cyst ·       Non-negotiable canal (obliteration, deformations from initial treatment,missed canals) ·       Ledges,blockages, transportation ·       Vertical root fracture ·       … Read more

Retreatment of failing endodontic procedures REDUX (1)

The big picture objective is to use the “COMMENTS” section to begin an engagement or discussion at which point, I can harass the BIZ GROUP for the long dreamed of BLOG DISCUSSION FORUM and engage all the editorial consultants and contributing consultants to act as a tech support group for Canadian dentists……..snooze, you lose; use … Read more

Retreatment of failing endodontic procedures

I’ve been giving a great deal of thought about why some folks glom onto the blogosphere and others could care less. There is no question that Facebook is an acquired taste and it’s possible that GOOGLE + will give it a huge run for it’s money. Twitter seems to be making in roads with the … Read more