Aim(s): To present the principles and practice of root canal treatment for general dentists.

Objectives: At the end of the session delegates should be able to: Outline the biological basis and indications for root canal treatment. Outline the importance of access cavity design. There will be hands-on experience in the NIMDTA Dental Simulation Suite using Simodont Dental Trainers. Appreciate the benefits of magnification devices. There will be hands-on experience using Q-Optics dental loupes supplied by SwordFish Medical. Indicate how to safely and effectively shape, clean and fill root canals. There will be hands-on experience using new X-Smart Pro+ Endo Motor, ProTaper Ultimate files, and WaveOne Gold files supplied by Dentsply Sirona. Identify when to treat, not treat, and refer.

Learning Content: This lecture and hands-on course is intended to promote safe and effective shaping, cleaning and filling of root canals within general dental practice. This course is aimed at general dentists who want to improve or refresh their knowledge and skills in root canal treatment, and make a decision on whether to carry out root canal treatment or refer the case.

GDC Development Outcomes - C