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This course comprises short presentations and a hands-on practical session and is designed for dentists who are seeking a practical update in endodontic techniques along with practical, evidence-based strategies to manage common endodontic challenges with confidence. Using clinical scenarios, the course will focus on diagnosis, endodontic case selection and managing complications in everyday practice. Emphasis will be placed on decision-making, risk assessment, avoiding, recognising, and managing ledges and canal blockages, alongside instrumentation strategies for maintaining working length,

Learning outcomes

Improve diagnostic confidence in endodontic and pulpal conditions Identify risk factors and complications associated with endodontic treatment To update and improve knowledge on case selection to provide predictable endodontic care. Implement practical strategies to prevent and manage ledges and blockages Understand the importance of endodontic access in facilitating endodontic outcomes. Develop a practical protocol for effective irrigation Knowing when to manage challenges chairside and when referral is indicated. Understand how proper shaping that enhances cleaning and optimum filling. Intr

Further information 
Speaker

Prof Lara Friedlander BDS MDS (Endo) PhD (Otago) FAC

Professor Lara Friedlander is an Associate Dean, Specialist Endodontist, and Head of the Discipline of Endodontics at the University of Otago, New Zealand where she leads the postgraduate training program and has supervised numerous Clinical Doctorate and PhD students. Lara’s main endodontic interests focus on vital pulp treatment, dental trauma, and the management of pulp and periapical disease in the context of systemic health and she has encouraged and taught generations of dental students to develop confidence in endodontics. Lara has published over 100 peer-reviewed articles and regularl

Navigating Endodontics with Confidence


Speaker:

Prof Lara Friedlander BDS MDS (Endo) PhD (Otago) FAC

Friday 29th May 2026
8:30am - 5:00pm
Venue: Dentsply Sirona Education Centre
75 France Street South
Eden Terrace
Auckland, 1010
Region: Auckland
Brought to you by Dentsply Sirona
11-21 Gilby Road
Mount Waverley
3149
Australia