33rd Annual R. J. Shankle LectureFriday, March 31, 2017

Featuring: Dr. Mahmoud Torabinejad

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Continuing Dental EducationCampus Box 7450Chapel Hill 27599-7450

919-537-3400

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Department of EndodonticsCourse DescriptionManagement of immature teeth with vital and necrotic pulps: When the pulp undergoes pathologic changes before complete root development, normal root growth is disrupted. For reversibly inflamed pulp due to caries or exposure, the treatment of choice is to maintain pulp vitality by pulp capping or pulpotomy. When the pulp dies, root canal treatment is indicated. The consequence of pulpal necrosis in immature teeth, however, is the cessation of root development, making endodontic treatment with conventional techniques and materials difficult or impossible. Apexification procedures do not promote continuation of root development, nor do they increase fracture resistance of the root walls. There is a growing body of evidence to suggest that pulp revascularization, along with continued growth of the root, may in fact be possible after pulpal necrosis and apical pathosis in teeth with immature apices. In this lecture the presenter will discuss the pros and cons of pulp regeneration and the alternative treatments for teeth with pulp necrosis and open apexes.

Root Canal Treatment Or Dental Implant?Advances in osseointegrated implants have had a significant effect on treatment planning in dentistry. The purpose of this presentation is to discuss factors involved in decision-making regarding selection of root canal treatment or dental implants. Indications and contraindications as well as the criteria used to determine the outcomes of root canal treatment and dental implants will be reviewed. In addition, success rates and the factors affecting the success of each treatment modality will be discussed. Retention or removal of teeth should be based on thorough knowledge related to risk factors affecting the long-term prognosis of both root canal treatment and dental implants.

6hours

The UNC School of Dentistry designates this course

for up to 6 hours ofcontinuing education credits.

For more information and to register go to:https://www.dentistry.unc.edu/ce/cde

Registration FeeEARLY BIRD (before February 1, 2017)

DDS: $285TEAM MEMBERS: $175

FEBRUARY 1ST (on or after February 1, 2017)DDS: $325TEAM MEMBERS: $215

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