Session Dates
Module 1: 7-8 August, 2026
Module 2: 20-21 November, 2026
Module 3: 12-13 February, 2027
Module 4: 18-19 June, 2027
All sessions run Friday-Saturday, 9:00am – 4:30pm.
Course Overview
Mini-Residency in Endodontics is an extensive, end-to-end modular course bringing together more than a dozen specialists from a variety of disciplines to broaden your knowledge and skills in the discipline of Endodontics. Discover a comprehensive program that explores the theoretical and clinical aspects of both non-surgical and surgical endodontics, from basic to advanced concepts.
New and current endodontic techniques and strategies will be provided across a wide variety of topics, including diagnosis and prognosis, multidisciplinary treatment planning, assessing CBCT scans, operating a microscope, how to manage complications in endodontics, remove broken instruments, understand crown lengthening and how to restore a compromised tooth, and pain management.
This extensive curriculum will be covered over four (4) structured face-to-face learning modules. Each module consists of two days and will be supplemented with online components and assignments.
- Day 1 of each module consists of lectures, practical applications, patient demonstrations, take home assignments, case presentations, and/or assessments.
- Day 2 of each module consists of hands-on workshops for endodontic practice. Extracted teeth and non-surgical and surgical models will be used for practicing endodontic non-surgical and surgical techniques, with the support of lecture materials, videos and presenting specialists.
Operating microscopes will also be available for all hands-on exercises.
CPD’s cancellation policy applies to the full course fee and transfers for future sessions are not guaranteed.
Program
Module 1 (Friday 7 – Saturday 8 August, 2026)
Presented by: Prof Ove Peters, Adj A/Prof Mehdi Rahimi, A/Prof Geoffrey Young, Adjunct Prof Chankhrit Sathorn, Dr Muna Al-Ali, and Dr Mark Johnstone
Embark on the journey of Endodontics with a solid foundation. Module 1 lecture opens the Mini Residency in Endodontics with a comprehensive review of the endodontic principles and spans quickly into exploring today’s latest updates in endodontic diagnosis and treatment planning.
Introducing the latest advances in endodontic treatments, Specialists will share practical strategies for pre-op assessments and endodontic radiography.
Learn the secrets for effective Endodontic access and the using rotary Niti and irrigants. This module will also provide techniques for determining the working length and sealing the roots.
Practice Module 1 techniques through exercises in using microscopes and creating access preparations through guided procedures. Experience multiple techniques in canal instrumentation and obturation. Workshop also includes demonstrations in locating MB2 canal and placements of posts. Limited seating available.
Topics
- Diagnosis, pre-op assessment and multidisciplinary treatment planning
- Modern concepts in endodontic access design and location of calcified and MB2 canals
- Introduction of the use of Cone Beam CT technology in endodontics
- Current concepts in chemo-mechanical disinfection and obturation with a focus on hybrid warm vertical compaction
Learning Objectives
- Understand how to use the operating microscope
- Understand how to treatment plan the endodontic case
- Understand how to assess CBCT scans
- Understand how to manage complex endodontic cases
Module 2 (Friday 20 – Saturday 21 November, 2026)
Presented by: Prof William Ha, A/Prof Geoffrey Young, Adj Prof Chankhrit Sathorn, A/Prof Mark Evans, Dr Paul Nakad
Module 2 lecture series continues the Mini-Residency in Endodontics comprehensive review into endodontic radiography, introduces innovative techniques for managing an open apex, and provides strategies to manage endodontic failures.
Identify the truth behind the common myths of endodontic treatment and explore the scientific evidence relating to such myths as: apical size determines success, specific number of visits are needed, and if canals can be sterilised.
This course will also provide skills and tools to better manage a difficult patient and increase your understanding for the true meaning of informed consent.
Module 2 hands-on workshop explores MTA handling & obturation of open apex case and perforation repair, with supported guidance. Module 2 topics will be reinforced through extensive exercises for removal of GP root filling and metal posts and supported with demonstration videos.
This workshop will also provide skills and tips to remedy endodontic misadventures. Limited seating available.
Topics
- Principles of contemporary endodontic retreatment
- Fractured instrument removal
- Management of the open apex
- Management of endodontic misadventures
Learning Objectives
- Understand the principles of endodontic retreatment
- Understand how to manage complex endodontic cases
- Understand how to manage difficult patients
- Understand risk assessment and how to manage complications in endodontics
Module 3 (Friday 12 – Saturday 13 February, 2027)
Presented by: Adj Prof Chankhrit Sathorn, Adj A/Prof David Barnard, Dr Ehsan Mellati, Adj A/Prof Mehdi Rahimi and Dr Firoz Vellani
The Mini-Residency in Endodontics continues into a new year exploring specific endodontic treatments and strategies. Module 3 begins by exploring into the complexities of ‘a crack’. Proper diagnosis and identification techniques will be reviewed, followed by practical treatment strategies.
Module 3 introduces flap design, endodontic microsurgery, and explores the complexities into managing dental trauma. In addition, evidential arguments will be discussed for best-outcome prognosis – implant or endodontic treatment? Further topics also include crown lengthening and the relationship between endodontics and periodontics.
Module 3 hands-on workshop provides you with the experience for microsurgery. Various endodontic surgical exercises will be completed through supported guided assistance. Additional exercises include crown lengthening.
Once again, presenters will provide demonstrations and supporting videos. Limited seating available.
Topics
- Principles of contemporary endodontic microsurgery
- Update on dental trauma management
- Principles of crown lengthening
- Complications and risk management in Endodontics
Learning Objectives
- Understand the principles of endodontic microsurgery
- Understand how to manage dental trauma
- Understand crown lengthening and how to restore a compromised tooth
Module 4 (Friday 18 – Saturday 19 June, 2027)
Presented by: A/Prof Mark Evans, Adj A/Prof Russell Vickers, Adj A/Prof Mehdi Rahimi, A/Prof William Ha, Dr Agnes Lai, Dr Nour Tarraf, Dr Sami Haddad, Dr Paul Nakad and Dr Muna Al-Ali
Mini-Residency in Endodontics concludes in Module 4 with investigating advanced endodontic conditions and treatments. From the Ortho/Endo continuum to diagnosis of non-endodontic radiolucencies, presenters will provide current strategies for advanced cases.
Advanced management strategies will also be shared to help manage an ankylosed tooth, a complex patient with TMD/Bruxer/Ortho, and pain management.
In addition, Module 4 will review the restoration of the endodontically treated teeth, from both the endodontic perspective and the prosthodontic perspective. Lastly, multidisciplinary cases will be presented for class discussion.
Final Module 4 hands-on workshop provides further exercises to manage mishaps. Advanced techniques will be demonstrated for removing broken instruments, fibre posts & bypass ledge. Additional skills will also be introduced using ultrasonic tips for removal of objects.
This workshop provides opportunities to complete all exercises with support and allows an opportunity to address any outstanding issues or concerns. Limited seating available.
Topics
- Non-odontogenic pain and it’s identification and management
- IV sedation and pain control
- Using ultrasonic tips for removal of objects
Learning Objectives
- Understand techniques for removing objects
- Appreciate the complexity of pain control in endodontics
- Understand the difficulties in identifying non-odontogenic pain
