The Endodontic Precision Protocol

To equip clinicians with a repeatable, step-by-step endodontic protocol — from access cavity design to canal shaping — that prioritises precision, safety, and predictability using HyFlex EDM in everyday practice.

Objectives:

By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

1. Design conservative and ‘tailored to the tooth’ access cavities that optimise visibility, access, and tooth preservation.

2. Outline the obvious orifice locations. Think systems not canals! Portals of Entry and Portals of Exit evaluated.

3. Outline the clinical rationale behind controlled memory file systems (Hyflex EDM) and how they influence canal preservation.

4. Apply torque, speed, and sequence parameters specific to HyFlex EDM safely and effectively.

5. Incorporate glide path management and coronal flaring into a reproducible shaping workflow.

6. Evaluate the role of irrigation dynamics in achieving effective post-shaping disinfection.

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Learning Outcomes:

After completion, delegates will:

• Confidently design access cavities that enhance shaping efficiency and canal negotiation.

• Locate orifices with improved accuracy and reduced risk of iatrogenic errors.

• Shape canals safely and efficiently using a simplified, evidence-based HyFlex EDM sequence.

• Minimise procedural complications through standardised, reproducible techniques.

• Deliver endodontic treatment with enhanced predictability, precision, and patient satisfaction.

GDC outcomes: C

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Programme

09:00 – Registration & Introduction

Welcome, course overview and aims. Understanding the importance of precision and predictability in modern endodontics.

09:15 – Access & Orifice Location

Principles of conservative access cavity design. Techniques for predictable canal orifice location using magnification and ultrasonics.

10:45 – Coffee Break

11:00 – Establishing the Glide Path

Creating a reproducible and safe glide path. Hand vs mechanical options for optimal canal negotiation.

12:30 – Lunch (provided)

13:30 – The ‘Precision Protocol’

HyFlex EDM design, metallurgy, and file selection. Torque, speed, and sequence parameters for predictable shaping. Live demonstration and hands-on shaping practice.

15:00 – Coffee Break

15:15 – Irrigation, Disinfection & Obturation Readiness

Integrating irrigation dynamics post-shaping. Assessing canal cleanliness and obturation readiness.

16:15 – Case-Based Discussion

Applying the Precision Protocol to everyday clinical scenarios. Tips for efficiency, safety, and troubleshooting.

16:45 – Q&A, Reflection & Certification

17:00 – Finish

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Dr Dhiraj Arora

BDS MJDF RCS(Eng) MSc (Endo) PG Cert CE

“What’s most important to me is successfully and carefully treating patients and passing on skills to other dental practitioners. Developing and evolving in my daily endodontic practice and delivering excellent quality endo teaching are my ongoing professional goals.”

Dr Dhiraj Arora is a highly focused endodontist who operates two dental practices, located in Twickenham and Gerrards Cross. In addition to his clinical work, Dr Arora holds the position of Honorary Lecturer in Endodontics for the Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) Masters’ programmes. He also serves as a Dental Foundation Training Educational Supervisor for Health Education England, providing mentorship to newly qualified dentists at the London Deanery.

Driven by a passion for teaching, Dr Arora obtained a Postgraduate Certificate in Dental Education from Oxford Brookes University. He furthers his commitment to education by running endodontic courses through his training business, evo endo. Dr Arora’s professional experience encompasses both NHS and private sectors, ranging from Harley Street practices to community healthcare in London’s Soho. His relaxed and accessible teaching style is particularly valued by ambitious early career dentists, making him a respected mentor and educator in the field.

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Cancellation Terms and Conditions

Customer Cancellations and Course Transfer Requests

A course cancellation request or a request to transfer to another course date, must be emailed to COLTENE at info.uk@coltene.com.

Course Transfer Requests

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• You will be offered a new course date where there are spaces available and at no extra cost.

• If no suitable course date can be found and you choose to cancel your course, you will be offered a full refund minus the Eventbrite booking fee; that cost will be confirmed in your refund confirmation.

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• If we are able to fill your vacant space, you will be offered a new course date where there are spaces available and at no extra cost.

• If we are unable to fill your vacant space or no suitable course date can be found, your course fee will be retained in full.

You are allowed to transfer your course date on two occasions only, except where agreed by COLTENE, otherwise the cancellation terms, below, will apply.

Course Cancellation Requests

1. Email received no later than 6 working days prior to a course date

• You will be offered a full refund minus the Eventbrite booking fee; that cost will be confirmed with your refund confirmation.

2. Email received within 6 working days of a course date

• If we are able to fill your vacant space, you will be offered a full refund minus the Eventbrite booking fee; that cost will be confirmed with your refund confirmation.

• If we are unable to fill your vacant space, your course fee will be retained in full.

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