Advanced Contemporary Endodontics

A small-group, hands-on endodontic programme for clinicians who want to refine real-life clinical skills, solve common endodontic challenges and develop a more effective practice-based workflow. The course is led by specialist endodontists Jonathan (Jon) Cowie and Luca Moranzoni at Circus Dental’s working clinic in Bath, combining practical exercises, interactive case discussion, simulated-treatment demonstrations and close supervision.

What you will explore

• A practice walk-through covering the referral process, clinic and surgery set-up, microscope set-up and camera set-up.
• An interactive consultation-appointment session demonstrating the clinic’s workflow.
• Simulated-treatment observation focused on efficient, high-level endodontic concepts.
• Case-based decision-making for endodontic retreatment, including a lecture on perforations.
• TruNatomy for curved and long canals, with hands-on work using 3D-printed tooth blocks.
• Protocols for calcified or narrow canals, ledged canals and S-shaped curvature.
• Hands-on use of Reciproc, Reciproc Blue and XP Shaper Rise in retreatment cases.
• Removal of gutta-percha with rotary instruments, Thermafil and metal posts.
• Open-apex management using a collagen-barrier technique and hydraulic putty.

Zeiss microscopes are available to use, and the small-group format allows time for delegate-specific needs within the course framework. The tutors’ approach is contemporary and restoratively driven, with an emphasis on preserving natural tooth structure where necessary and supporting long-term functional outcomes.

Sample timetable

The brochure presents a sample two-day timetable. Day 1 runs from 9:00am to 5:30pm and includes introductions to TruNatomy and Reciproc, calcified and ledged canals, S-shaped canals, open-apex hands-on work and a recap. Day 2 runs from 9:00am to 4:30pm and includes a retreatment and perforations seminar, GP, Thermafil and post removal, a clinical-workflow demonstration, catch-up time and recap. Timings and subjects may vary and are specified when an offering is advertised.

Tutors

• Jonathan (Jon) Cowie — GDC-registered specialist endodontist with specialist training and extensive undergraduate and postgraduate teaching experience.
• Luca Moranzoni — GDC-registered specialist endodontist with specialist training and extensive endodontic referral and teaching experience.

The course is held at Circus Dental, 13 Circus, Bath, BA1 2ES. The supplied course materials do not state CPD hours, a delegate qualification or certificate, an assessment, or an attendance threshold for completion.