I	DIAGNOSTIC DILEMMAS IN ENDODONTICS
	Pulpal periradicular diagnosis Endo-peri relationships/interrelated pulpal/periodontal disease Endo-ortho relationships Diagnosis of cracked/fractured tooth Aesthetic considerations Identifying referred pain Anatomic differences of teeth Vital vs healthy pulp in diagnosis and treatment planning Pulpal necrosis Diagnostic method
II	TREATMENT PLANNING
	Diseases of dental pulp and periradicular tissues Case selection Rationale of endodontic treatment Principle of endodontic treatment Pulpotomy Apexification Pharmacological considerations
III	ACCESS CAVITY PREPRATION
	Anatomy of pulp cavity Importance of good access How to attain good access prepration
IV	SNEAKING THROUGH ROOT CANALS
	Radiographic imaging Electronic apex locator Use of a lubricant/ disinfectant Patency of a canal File selection/ file motions Techniques of root canal preparation( concepts and benefits) Strategies for negotiation of calcified and tortuous canal
V	ROTARY INSTRUMENTS
	Learn/practice a simple to use, effective rotary file techniques Practice rotary instrumentation without the fear of breakage Compare and use various new torque reduction motors Learn how to gain additional efficiency through better use of your assistant
VI	ROOT CANAL OBTURATION
	Lateral condensation technique Thermoplasticized obturation methods How to ensure a fill you'll be proud of How to retreat,if necessary
VII	ONE-VISIT ENDODONTICS
	When to do it When not to do it Success vs. failures
VIII	ENDODONTIC EMERGENCIES
	Dilemmas and realities Avulsed tooth- clinical management Cracked/fractured tooth- clinical management
IX	PEDIATRIC ENDODONTICS
	Root canal considerations Obturation- techniques and materials Limitations Endodontic emergencies
X	RESTORATION OF ENDODONTICALLY TREATED TEETH
	Post and core- creating post space Fabricating posts Removal/insertion of posts Current prospectives in restorations
XI	RADIOGRAPHS IN ENDODONTICS
	Radiographic techniques in endodontics Limitations of intraoral radiographs

COURSE STRUCTURE AND CONTENT WILL INCLUDE:

Theory/classroom sessions
Practical sessions
Clinical sessions

THEORY SESSIONS: will cover :

Theoretical aspect of endodontics
Seminar programs
Self directed learning and presentations in small groups to encourage a problem based learning method
Clinical teaching and instructions
Case review and interactive, goal oriented clinical presentations
Guided critical reading from text books and journals
Research forum presentation and critical appraisal of research methodologies
Individual research guidance

PRACTICAL SESSIONS :

Endodontic materials and equipment familiarization
Basic extracted teeth exercises.

CLINICAL SESSIONS:

Case presentations, treatment planning and objectives of treatment
Clinical examination
Working/hands-on on patients
Developing a list of complete treatment alternatives

COURSE DURATION AND SESSIONS:

Course duration will be 3 months
Twice/thrice in a month for theory and practical sessions
Clinical sessions according to allotment of patients and thereafter according to appointments given by the students/doctors

COURSE FEES: On Request

** The course fees will also include the study material and consumables to be utilized during the course.

P.S : For further inquiries contact Dr. Vimish Sahai Jain/Dr. Vinita S Jain by Phone or e-mail us at iaads@rediffmail.com