Anatomically Centered Endodontics

About this Seminar

Anatomically Centered Endodontics, ACE, is a philosophy that embraces all 3 components of the endodontic triad while allowing clinicians to reach microbial control in a minimally invasive, safe, and efficient manner- streamlining endodontic procedures.  

The ACE philosophy incorporates adaptive instrumentation, the XP-3D+, which cleans the canal safely and three-dimensionally reaching areas where traditional round NiTi files are unable to reach. It also involves a special irrigation mixture of NaOCI, chelating agents and surfactants that promotes deep disinfection with the simultaneous dissolution of organic and inorganic matter. This ultra-conservative and disinfected canal can then be obturated using bioceramic technologies that allow for zero shrinkage and bond to dentin thus offering a fluid-tight seal.  

Objectives  

• Comprehend the scientifically based biologic requirements for endodontic success. 


• Understand the meaning of minimally invasive endodontics  


• Appreciate the latest generation of minimally invasive technologies that allows us to clinically obtain the essential biologic goals. 

Presenters

About Dr. Chafic Safi

Dr. Chafic Safi completed his postgraduate residency in Endodontics at the University of Pennsylvania in 2015 where he also completed a Master of Science in Oral Biology researching the outcome of endodontic microsurgery and factors affecting prognosis. Dr. Safi is a published researcher and lectures on various endodontic topics nationally and internationally. He is certified by the American Board of Endodontics. Dr. Safi remains on the faculty at the University of Pennsylvania's department of Endodontics as well as University of Montreal, as an adjunct professor. He is also a faculty lecturer for Next Level Endodontics. He founded Centre Endodontique Saint-Laurent in Montreal, Canada where he lives and practices since 2016.