Apical Microsurgery Masterclass

This three-day course provides clinicians with a comprehensive and structured training in
endodontic microsurgery, aiming to enhance the success rate of endodontic treatments through the
integration of current technologies and refined surgical protocols.
The course is designed to combine theoretical knowledge, clinical observation, and practical
exercises on surgical models. Participants will learn how to appropriately select cases, plan
procedures with advanced diagnostic tools, and perform microsurgical techniques using ultrasonic
instruments, magnification systems, and contemporary biocompatible materials.

• Understand when to opt for surgical vs non-surgical retreatment, based on clinical and
economic factors.
• Learn the indications, contraindications, and biological principles of endodontic
microsurgery.
• Master flap design, osteotomy, apical resection, retro-preparation, and root-end filling.
• Familiarize with modern surgical devices, bioceramic materials, and the role of CBCT
imaging.
• Refine technical skills through live surgery demonstrations and hands-on practice on
surgical models.

• 09:00–10:00: Non-surgical retreatment vs surgical approach: costs & benefits of endodontic
surgery
• 10:00–11:00: The new role of endodontic surgery in a predictable treatment plan
• 11:00: Coffee break
• 11:30–13:00:
◦ Indications and contraindications for endodontic surgery
◦ Pre-operative assessment: anatomical, dental, and periodontal considerations
◦ Surgical armamentarium and operative devices

• Flap designs: Sulcular, Submarginal Scalloped, and Papilla Base flap
• The importance of soft tissue management

• Osteotomy and apical resection
• To bevel or not to bevel? Evaluating the benefits of the "smart cut"
• Apical retro-preparation: the role of ultrasonic retro tips
• 10:30: Coffee break
• Root-end filling: achieving three-dimensional sealing
• SUPER-EBA vs Bioceramic materials vs MTA
• Suturing techniques

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Transport included in the registration fee

• Surgical procedures on training models
• Step-by-step execution of apical microsurgical techniques under magnification
• Flap design, osteotomy, retro-preparation, and root-end filling exercises

Via Orfeo Mazzitelli 106, int. 10 - 70124 Bari

Via Paleologo 2 - 70014 Conversano (BA)