1st Module - International Masterclass in Basic Endodontics

Two-day practical course specifically designed to develop a systematic approach and enhance the skills required to improve endodontic treatment efficiency and predictability.

Day 1

9.00-13.00

• Introduction on Endodontic treatment
• Diagnosis: 2D & 3D
• Isolation, magnification and access cavity: basic rules 
• Pre-Flaring, Scouting and Glidepath and Shaping: a systematic approach

13.00-14.00 Light lunch

14.00 – 15.30

• Nickel-Titanium and instrumentation: comprehension of new technologies

15.30 17.30

• Hands-on on real and plastic teeth, case discussion and role playing with participants

Day 2

9.00 – 13.00

• Irrigation of the root canal system: fundamentals and protocols
• Obturation: bioceramic sealers and warm techniques
• Case discussion with participants

13.00-14.00 Light lunch

14.00 – 16.00

• Hands-on on real and plastic teeth
• Case discussion and role playing with participants

2.200,--CHF

We will help with hotel suggestions in the area:

Hotel Sonne in Altstätten
Hotel Badhof in Altstätten
Hotel Forum in Widnau

13 credit point

Please bring your magnification loup to the workshop

Dr. Chiara Pirani

2003 Graduated in Dentistry, University of Bologna, Italy
2004 Master in Clinical Endodontology - University of Bologna, Italy2008 PhD Degree in Dentistry for Special Care
2008 - 2011 - Post-doctoral fellowship
2011 - 2022 Adjunct Professor, Master of Endodontology - University of Bologna, Italy
2013 - 2019 Adjunct Professor, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy
2015 Awarded Garberoglio Prize from the Italian Society of Endodontics
2017 Active Member Italian Society of Endodontics
2021 Certified Member European Society of Endodontics
2019-2022 Member of Cultural Committees of the Italian Society of Endodontics
2023 Coordinator of North-East Area for the Italian Society of Endodontics of
2023 Member of the Steering Committee for the S3 Guidelines in Endodontics for the European Society of Endodontology

She collaborates with several Universities and is author and reviewer for prestigious Endodontic Journals. Lecturer in National and International congresses and hands-on courses. She serves as Opinion Leader for International companies in Endodontics.

Dr. Francesco Iacono

2007 Graduated in Dentistry, University of Catania, Italy
2008 Master in Clinical Endodontics - University of Bologna, Italy
2008 & 2011 Visiting Researcher - Medical College of Georgia, US
2009 - 2020 Adjunct Clinical Professor, Master of Endodontics - University of Bologna, Italy
2013 - 2019 Adjunct Clinical Professor, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy
2015 & 2017 Awarded Riitano Prize from the Italian Society of Endodontics
2017 Active Member Italian Society of Endodontics
2021 Certified Member European Society of Endodontology
2019-2023 Member of several Committees of the Italian Society of Endodontics

He collaborates with Universities publishing in peer-reviewed endodontic journals with particular interest in endodontic NiTi instruments and bioceramic materials. Lecturer in National and International congresses and hands-on courses. Associate Private practice in Bologna, Italy, with a full-time clinical activity in Endodontics. Co-Author of a chapter in the book The Digital Revolution, Quintessence Publishing, 2023. He serves as Opinion Leader for International companies in Endodontics.

Registration: E-Mail: Academycoltene.com or: Dirk Sommerfeld 0041 71 7575390