Endodontic Microsurgery and the Surgical Operating Microscope

Microsurgery has become an essential skill for many dental specialties, including Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Endodontics, and Periodontics.

The aim of the course is to teach the basic and advanced techniques of endodontic microsurgery for all levels of dental practitioners including general practitioners, residents, endodontists and assistants.

This (how many credits hours) hour course involves six days of intense theoretical discussion, laboratory practice, and live surgeries.

Course Outline

Lecture

Success and Failure in Endodontics (1 Hour)
Introduction to Endodontic Surgery (30 mins.)
Traditional Apical Surgery vs Microsurgery
Endodontic Microsurgery Armamentarium and Materials (30 mins.)
The use of the Surgical Dental Microscope (1 Hour)
Ergonomic (30 mins.)
Workshop (2 Hours)

Workshop

Endodontic Microsurgery Step by Step (Morning Session)
Endodontic Microsurgery Step by Step Worksop (Afternoon Session)

Course Objective

By the end of the workshop, participants will gain the required knowledge and skills.

Speakers

Prof. Khalid Balto Professor/Consultant of Micro-Endodontics King Abdulaziz University
Dr. Majed Abdullah Al-Malki Vice Dean of Academic Affairs Dental College, Umm Al-Qura University
Dr. Mohsen Hasan Daghustani Consultant Endodontist North Jeddah Specialty Dental Centre