Cracks and fractures represent a common etiology of endodontic disease.  They present in otherwise healthy mouths, due to trauma or parafunction, as well as in patients with significant restorative histories due to weakened coronal structure.  Their diagnosis can be challenging given inconsistent or irregular symptoms and their difficult visualization and radiographic detection.  Failure to diagnose fractures, however, can directly lead to needless pain and infection.   

This Zoom webinar course, presented by Pulp Nonfiction Endodontics, we’ll approach cracks and fractures first by definition, reviewing their clinical and radiographic presentations, and discuss comprehensive evidence-based management strategies, including an algorithm for managing unseparated cracks in unrestored or minimally restored teeth. 

The course will be presented on Thursday, January 20 from 6:30-8 p.m. Register at Eventbrite to receive the Zoom link. Please include your AGD number, if appropriate.  

Participants will:

· Recognize the diagnostic terminology that allows for proper differentiation of pathologic fractures

· Review the diagnostic aids for detection of fractures

· Understand appropriate evidence-based management strategies for fracture management

· Detail an algorithm for the management of cracks of unknown depth

Upon completion of the course, participants will possess an up to date, evidence-based, systematic approach to fracture diagnosis and treatment.

Following the course, participants will receive access to an online portal containing course content and cited research and literature.

Instructors: Dr. Brooke Blicher, DMD & Dr. Rebekah Lucier Pryles, DMD

Intended Audience: General and specialty dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants.

Prerequisites: None

Equipment Required: None

Subject Code: 070, Endodontics

Course Length: 1.5 hour, lecture

CE Hours: 1.5 CEU

Cost: $30

Refund Policy: Full refund up to 48 hours prior to course.