Dr. Philippe Sleiman
Speaking date: 2008-05-29
Time: 13:15-17:30
Time: 13:15-17:30
Moderation Gattling Gun
Various presentations including:
Speaker: Philippe Sleiman
Title: A Quantum Leap in Root Canal Enlargement
Abstract: The crystalline modification of the cubic structure of the Ni-Ti alloy allowing the birth of the second generation of Nickel titanium alloy will be reveled. The Rphase and its ability to increase the torsional properties of the files will be exposed along with the clinical applications of the Twisted Files.
Speaker: Danilo Guerisoli
Title: The Smear Layer is Gone. Now What?
Abstract: It has become a consensus that the smear layer must be removed from
the canal walls prior to obturation, which can be achieved with the use
of chelating solutions. However, a chelator acts not only on the smear
layer but also on the canal walls, removing mineral content and altering
the dentin. The present study focuses on the alterations of dentin
microhardness and ultrastructural changes caused by EDTA, MTAD and Smear
Clear, discussing their possible implications on the treatment.
Speaker: Enrique Merino
Topic: PERFORATIONS
Abstract: Perforation is an endodontic accident that establishs a communication between the root canal system and the periodontium. Some years ago that meant tooth extraction. Today, with magnification and new materials available, they can be successfully treated, both non surgically and surgically.Perforations classification, treatment and prognosis will be presented.
Speaker: Henrique Bassi
Title: How to Reuse Our NiTi Files Safely
Abstract: Allthough all NiTi manufacturers indicate single use for files, in reality, nobody
discards the files after one use or even after using it twice. But where is the limit? A new
software can help us to reuse our files on up to 10 molars in safe manner.
Speaker: Daniel Uzbelger Feldman Od., DMD Topic: Is it Time for Real Time? The use of Fluoroscopy in Endodontics Abstract: Throughout the years, dentists have been seeking to eliminate the guesswork out of diagnosis and treatment. As a result, many x-rays imaging technologies have been adopted from the medical field, such as digital radiography and cone beam CT. However, the equipment available today produce static images at a given time; they are not designed for structures or procedures that are in motion. In addition, while physicians can perform imaging procedures with no interruptions, dentists have to leave the dental operatory and hide behind a lead barrier each time that they are taking an x-ray film. This is due to the high doses of radiation produced by available dental imaging devices: digital and film-based intraoral radiography. These problems have been solved in the medical field through the introduction of the medical fluoroscope or C-arm. Fluoroscopy has allowed physicians ‘to see’ their work in ‘real time’, like a video, working easier and faster while remaining with the patient. Due to all its advantages, fluoroscopy has been used in dentistry and dental patients for diagnosis and treatment. Unfortunately, the device size has been its main drawback. However, with recent breakthroughs in imaging technologies, the miniaturization of the medical fluoroscope for dental use is possible. The purpose of this study is to describe the use of fluoroscopy in dentistry and in Endodontics with regard to its diagnostic value, research performance, clinical applications, and safety and future perspectives.
