Revolutionising the Endodontic Procedure in Dentistry - Dentistry Show

The next step forward in root canal treatment

The modern GDP has the opportunity to provide a wide spectrum of different clinical treatments for a range of patients. From routine care to cosmetic procedures, periodontics, implants and endodontics, all are within grasp for those with the appropriate training, skills and experience. Each discipline has evolved as our understanding and technologies have developed, offering ever more reliable and successful results for patients.

Take endodontics, for example, which first began in the 17^th century when necessity was the mother of invention. At that time, practitioners were mostly experimenting with various, and often very crude, instruments, techniques and materials, aiming to relieve pain and preserve the teeth. Pierre Fauchard – widely recognised as the ‘founder of modern dentistry’ – was the first to describe the dental pulp,[1] and dispelled the legend of the ‘tooth worm’, which was previously believed to be the cause of caries and toothaches.[2] He went on to describe the removal of pulp tissue, before Edwin Maynard introduced the first root canal instrument in 1836, which he created by filing a watch spring.

With the invention of the X-ray in 1895 by Konrad Wilhem,[3] dental radiographs revolutionised the endodontic process. Their true potential was not discovered for many years however, as theories of oral sepsis causing systemic disease became widely believed, and extraction became the preferred treatment over endodontics for devitalised teeth. It wasn’t until the late 1940’s, early 1950’s that sufficient laboratory research had been accumulated to dispel such myths, once again restoring faith and practise of endodontics.

Today, root canal treatment is not uncommon, and while it is advisable to refer more complex cases, GDPs with adequate training are often able to deliver the efficient and pain-free treatment their patients need. It is however essential that any clinicians providing such treatment are aware of the latest research, products and materials available to them to ensure the absolute quality of their work.

To this end, Dr Martin Trope, a world-renowned clinician, lecturer and researcher in the field of endodontics, will be discussing some of the latest developments in the industry at The Dentistry Show 2015.

Dr Trope has gained several qualifications and accolades throughout his nearly 40-year career, including becoming a Specialist in Endodontics at the University of Pennsylvania. He went on to receive the JB Freedland Professorship in the Department of Endodontics at the University of North Carolina, School of Dentistry, which recognises outstanding contributions to the field. Dr Trope has served as a Director for the American Board of Endodontics and editor-in-chief of two different publications, while also contributing to the development of a new material for root canal filling.

This will be the first time Dr Trope has attended The Dentistry Show, and he will be speaking both on Friday 17^th April and Saturday 18^th April from the hugely popular GDP Theatre.

“I have lectured and taught courses in the UK on many occasions and always enjoy interacting with the knowledgeable and enthusiastic participants. Having seen the number of dentists who visit The Dentistry Show and heard about how well attended the lectures were, it was a simple decision to present there,” says Dr Trope.

“I will be delivering a lecture entitled ‘The next leap forward in endodontic instrumentation’. There have been some extraordinary developments in the field of endodontic dentistry in recent years. Until now, all preparations for root canal treatment have been circular, but the natural canal within the root is not this shape. For the first time in the UK, I will be introducing a revolutionary 3 dimensional technique that addresses this problem, cleaning more of the canal system without sacrificing the root dentin.

“The sessions will be suitable for all GDPs, with practical tips offered throughout. I will also discuss some cutting edge treatment options that I hope will be of great interest to delegates – although their pioneering nature means that some may not be immediately available for all to use in practice.”

Offering further insight into the fascinating world of endodontics will be the new EndoLounge, created in conjunction with the British Endodontic Society (BES). Designed to inform and inspire, leading professionals from around the globe will share their own experiences and expertise to help you advance in your career.

Also new to The Dentistry Show 2015, Launchpad UK will provide the perfect platform from which to discover the very latest products, materials and innovations in the UK market. By pre-registering for the Show, you will receive updates and details of what to expect and from who, so that you can plan ahead and make sure you don’t miss a thing.

Even more learning and CPD opportunities will be available within the main lecture theatres, each dedicated to a specific area of the profession with a focused and relevant programme. Hands-on workshops and live demonstrations will also provide a chance to practise your skills and witness how some of the best in the business work.

If you only attend one dental event in 2015, make sure it’s The Dentistry Show.

The Dentistry Show and DTS 2015 - Friday 17^th and Saturday 18^th April, NEC in Birmingham. For further details or to register for your free place visit www.thedentistryshow.co.uk, call 020 7348 5269 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.