The Postgraduate diploma aims to cover the comprehensive training of the dentist in Surgical Endodontics, by providing the necessary skills to prepare them as highly qualified professionals in the field of Endodontics”

This online program aims to respond to the needs not only of its students, but also of society, anticipating the future demands of the environment. Change, the result of globalization and the imperatives of a new knowledge-based economy, requires ambitious modernization programs in the field of online training. 

This training will be carried out in a balanced way, with a focus on endodontics, post-endodontic reconstruction and apical surgery with the intense involvement of anatomy, dental materials, radiology, the use of magnification, new technologies, and an interdisciplinary approach.

The knowledge acquired will allow the student to face working life from a more qualified position, giving them a clear advantage when it comes to finding a job, since they will be able to offer the application of the latest technological and scientific advances in the field of Endodontics.

The fundamental justification of the program is, therefore, to train a professional with adequate knowledge, skills, attitudes, values and competencies, who is able to serve society by satisfying its health demands, both in terms of prevention, diagnosis and treatment, in an ethical, efficient and safe manner. This professional must appreciate the need for lifelong professional development and continuing education, be able to efficiently utilize advances in knowledge and technology, and understand the central role of the patient in therapeutic decision making.

Expand your knowledge through the Postgraduate diploma in Surgical Endodontics, in a practical way and adapted to your needs”

This Postgraduate diploma in Surgical Endodontics contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features of the program include:

• Clinical cases presented by experts in the different dental specialties. The graphic, schematic, and eminently practical contents with which they are created provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Latest information on Surgical Endodontics
• Algorithm-based interactive learning system for decision-making in the presented clinical situations
• With special emphasis on evidence-based medicine and research methodologies in Surgical Endodontics
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

This Postgraduate diploma may be the best investment you can make when choosing a refresher program for two reasons: in addition to updating your knowledge in Surgical Endodontics, you will obtain a Postgraduate diploma from TECH Global University"

Forming part of the teaching staff is a group of professionals in the world of Dentistry, who bring to this course their work experience, as well as a group of renowned specialists, recognised by esteemed scientific communities.

The multimedia content developed with the latest educational technology will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive training program to train in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem Based Learning, whereby the physician must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the course. For this reason, you will be assisted by an innovative, interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts in the field of radiology with extensive teaching experience.

Increase your decision-making confidence by updating your knowledge with this Postgraduate diploma in Surgical Endodontics"

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to update your knowledge in Surgical Endodontics in order to improve your care of your patients"

The structure of the contents has been designed by a team of professionals knowledgeable about the implications of specialization in daily medical practice in who are aware of the relevance of the current relevance of training to be able to treat a patient with problems that require Surgical Endodontics and are committed to quality teaching through new educational technologies.

This Postgraduate diploma in Surgical Endodontics contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market”

Module 1. The Modern Concept of Endodontics

1.1. Reviewing the Concept of Dentinal Canal, Cementary Canal and Pulp Stump, Pulp Cap, or Differentiated Apical Periodontium

1.1.1. Dentinal Canal
1.1.2. Cementary Canal
1.1.3. Pulp Stump, Pulp Cap, or Differentiated Apical Periodontium

1.2. Reviewing the Concept of Root Cementum, Apical Foramen, Periodontal Membrane, and Alveolar Bone

1.2.1. Cementodentinal Junction
1.2.2. Root Apex
1.2.3. Root Cementum
1.2.4. Apical Foramen
1.2.5. Periodontal Membrane

Module 2. Root Canal System Sealing

2.1. One or More Sessions in Endodontics

2.1.1. Compilation of the Surgical Procedure
2.1.2. Requirements that must be met in order to perform endodontics in one session
2.1.3. Drying and Dentin Preparation prior to Sealing        

2.2. Canal Sealing Materials  

2.2.1. Gutta-Percha Tips
2.2.2. Classic Sealing Cements
2.2.3. Sealing Biocements

2.3. Technique of Obturation with Gutta-Percha Tips (Lateral Condensation). Part I. General Conditions

2.3.1. Gutta-Percha Tips and Ergonomics in the Technique
2.3.2. Types of Spacers and Calipers
2.3.3. Placing Sealing Cement
2.3.4. Work Systematics

2.4. Technique of Obturation with Gutta-Percha Tips (Lateral Condensation). Part II. Specific Considerations

2.4.1. Specifications on the Lateral Condensation Technique
2.4.2. Combined Technique of Lateral and Vertical Condensation with Heat
2.4.3. Apical Sealing with Lateral Condensation
2.4.4. Management of Occlusion after Endodontics

2.5. Materials and Techniques of Obturation with Thermoplasticized Gutta-Percha (Vertical Condensation with Hot Gutta-Percha)

2.5.1. Introduction
2.5.2. Considerations on the Classic Schilder Technique
2.5.3. Considerations on the "McSpadden" Technique and the "Hybrid Tagger Technique"
2.5.4. Considerations on Buchanan's Continuous Wave Condensation Technique
2.5.5. Considerations on the Technique of Direct Injection of Thermoplasticized Gutta-Percha
2.5.6. Considerations on the technique of canal obturation with resin cement sealant after acid etching of the canal walls

2.6. Materials and techniques for obturation with thermoplasticized gutta-percha (Thermafil® system and others)

2.6.1. Considerations on the technique of direct injection of thermoplasticized gutta-percha with previous MTA apical plug
2.6.2. Technical Considerations of the Thermafil and/or Guttacore® System
2.6.3. Technical Considerations for the GuttaFlow System
2.6.4. Considerations on the Use of Expandable Polymer Tips

2.7. Apical Sealing as the Objective of Treatment. Scarring and Apical Remodeling

2.7.1. Technical and Biological Techniques of Obturation
2.7.2. Concepts of Overextension, Overfilling and Underfilling
2.7.3. The Concept of Permeabilization and Apical “Puff”
2.7.4. Sealing and Obturation of the Two Coronal Thirds of the Canal and of the Occlusal Cavity
2.7.5. Remodeling of the Root Apex

2.8. Postoperative Pain Management and Final Patient Information

2.8.1. Inflammatory Reactivation
2.8.2. What to Do in Case of Inflammatory Reactivation or “Flare-Up”
2.8.3. What Can Be Done to Prevent Inflammatory Reactivation or “Flare-Up”?
2.8.4. Is the tooth milled to free it from occlusion or is it left as it is?

Module 3. Surgery and Microsurgery in Endodontics

3.1. Surgical or Non-Surgical Retreatment. Decision-Making

3.1.1. Endodontic Surgery
3.1.2. Non-Surgical Retreatment
3.1.3. Surgical management

3.2. Basic Instruments

3.2.1. Scanning Tray
3.2.2. Anesthesia Tray
3.2.3. Rotary Instruments
3.2.4. Tipos de limas de endodoncia

3.3. Types of Endodontic Files

3.3.1. Incision through the Gingival Sulcus
3.3.2. Gingival Flap
3.3.3. Triangular Flap
3.3.4. Trapezoidal Flap
3.3.5. Modified Semilunar Incision
3.3.6. Semilunar Incision

3.4. Managing the Flap and Controlling Bleeding

3.4.1. Design of the Flap
3.4.2. Surgical Complication
3.4.3. General Considerations
3.4.4. Presurgical Considerations for Controlling Bleeding
3.4.5. Surgical Considerations for Controlling Bleeding
3.4.6. Local Anesthesia
3.4.7. Design and Elevation of the Flap

3.5. Techniques and Materials Used for Retropreparation and Retro-Obturation

3.5.1. Mineral Trioxide Aggregate (MTA)
3.5.2. Endodontic Application of MTA
3.5.3. Paraendodontic Surgery
3.5.4. Properties of MTA
3.5.5. Biodentine

3.6. Ultrasonic Tips and Optical Microscope as Essential Equipment

3.6.1. Types of Tips
3.6.2. Optical Microscope
3.6.3. Surgical Microscope (S.M.)
3.6.4. Appropriate Use of Instruments
3.6.5. Ultrasonic Devices and Designed Tips

3.7. The Maxillary Sinus and Other Anatomical Structures with which we Can Interact

3.7.1. Neighboring Anatomical Structures
3.7.2. Maxillary Sinus
3.7.3. Inferior Alveolar Nerve
3.7.4. Mental Foramen

3.8. Medication and Recommendations for Optimal Postoperative Care

Module 4. Making Decisions between Root Canal Treatment, Retreatment, Apical Surgery, or Implant

4.1. Treat the Tooth or Extract It?

4.1.1. Reasons to Extract a Tooth
4.1.2. Factors to Consider for Maintaining a Tooth

4.2. Interrelation between Endodontics and Implants

4.2.1. Endodontic-Implant Pathology
4.2.2. Classification of Endodontic-Implant Pathology
4.2.3. Diagnosis of Endodontic-Implant Pathology
4.2.4. Treatment of Endodontic-Implant Pathology
4.2.5. Prevention of Endodontic-Implant Pathology

Module 5. Endodontics in Elderly Patients

5.1. Involution of Dental Structures and Regressive Pulp Alterations. Physiological and Pathological Pulp Canal Obliteration

5.1.1. Physiological Calcium Degeneration
5.1.2. Pathologic Calcium Degeneration

5.2. Calcium Metamorphosis, Dystrophic Calcification or Calcification of the Pulp of the Canal due to Trauma

5.2.1. No Dental Pathology and Crown Discoloration
5.2.2. Periapical Pathology associated with Calcification of the Canal without Discoloration of the Tooth
5.2.3. Periapical Pathology associated with Calcification of the Canal and Discoloration of the Tooth
5.2.4. Clinical Management of Canal Calcification and Useful Treatment Considerations

A unique, key, and decisive training experience to boost your professional development”