Dental CE Course: Endodontic Obturation: Stuffing it in Without Stuffing it

Obturation of a tooth is intended to fill the root canals with gutta percha and sealer but often results in a dentist who is filled with angst and despair. The obturation is the culmination of the endodontic therapy, and as such reflects the preceding stages. If the access, working length, canal preparation, dressing and coronal seal all went well then it is likely that the obturation too will be uneventful, with good technique. If not, then results will plummet and stress levels will rise. Nature also can throw in some hazards such as open apices, lateral canals, fins and tight curvatures.

The lecture will cover the underlying obturation aims and principles, and how different obturation equipment, materials and techniques achieve the desired results. Management of over and under fills will also be discussed. The reported relationship between quality of fill and periapical health will be covered. While a good radiographic appearance is important it is the absence of infection which really governs the clinical outcome. Find out how to achieve both more predictably and so make endodontics a less stressful part of your practice.