Christmas Meeting in Prague

 An incredible way to commemorate Christmas is by engaging in meaningful discussions about endodontics with a fantastic lineup of speakers. It happened in December 2-3 in Prague, Czech Republic.

ESE 2023 (Helsinki)

 In September 2023, Helsinki, Finland, host another incredible ESE meeting! On this occasion, my presentation focused on how to prepare and disinfect the root canal system of molars. Thanks ESE for the invitation.

Dental Canal 2023

 On June 8, 2023, I was in Belo Horizonte, my hometown, discussing how to apply knowledge derived from the scientific study of internal tooth anatomy to clinical practice, a topic I have studied in depth and published articles and books on for nearly 20 years. Special thanks to Mr. Edmar Gontijo, the event organizer, for the invitation.

Mandibular First Molar

Root Canal Anatomy Project 

Merging Science & Art

Realistic 3D model obtained by micro-CT technology and characterized by using advanced computer design techniques. Watch in HD!

Double Maxillary Molar

 

Root Canal Anatomy Project

Merging Science & Art

Realistic 3D model obtained by micro-CT technology and characterized by using advanced computer design techniques. Watch in HD!

Double Maxillary Molar Teeth

Conjoined teeth, a rare dental anomaly, have been described using various terms including gemination, fusion, double teeth, and twinning. Gemination refers to an attempted division of a single tooth germ, resulting in a tooth with a doubled crown and a single root. Fusion, on the other hand, occurs when two separate tooth germs fuse together, leading to a tooth with a larger crown and two distinct roots. In some cases, it can be challenging to distinguish between the two conditions, which is why some authors prefer to use the term "double teeth" for both. This condition usually affects anterior teeth, but it can also occur in premolars and permanent molars, albeit rarely. In 1963, Tannenbaum and Alling defined gemination as the formation of two teeth from a single follicle, with evidence of an attempt to keep them separate. Pindborg's definition of fusion involves the union of two or more separate developing teeth, which can result in either complete (total/true fusion) or incomplete (partial/late fusion) fusion, depending on the stage of tooth development. Overall, conjoined teeth can present diagnostic challenges, and proper identification and classification are important for appropriate management and treatment.

References

Pindborg JJ. Pathology of the dental hard tissues. Philadelphia: W.B. Saunders; 1970.

Tannenbaum KA, Alling EE. Anomalous tooth development: case report of gemination and twinning. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol. 1963;16:883-8.

Versiani, M.A., Martins, J.N. & Basrani, B. (2018). 3D visual glossary of terminology in root and root canal anatomy. In M. A. Versiani, B. Basrani & M. D. Sousa Neto (Eds.), The Root Canal Anatomy in Permanent Dentition (1 ed., pp. 391-422). Switzerland: Springer International Publishing.

Endo Meeting in Lebanon

Thanks to the Lebanese Society of Endodontology for the invitation to participate in the International Endo Meeting in Beirut (Hilton Beirut Metropolitan Palace, March 2023) to discuss some aspects related to the influence of the root canal anatomy on endodontic procedures

Endo Meeting in Israel

Thanks to The Israeli Endodontic (האיגוד הישראלי לאנדודונטיה - טיפולי) in the name of its president Dr Joe Ben Itzhak for the opportunity to participate in such a prestigious international endo meeting (Tel Aviv 12/01/2023) and also the opportunity to lecture about applications of micro-CT in endodontic research for some students and professors of the Dental School at the Sheba Medical Center in Tel Aviv). 

Thanks to Dr Joe Ben Itshak and Dr Michael Solomonov for the invitation.

One of the places that I've always dreamt about to go in this lifetime is Israel. And this will happen soon thanks to Dr Joe Ben Itzhak and all members of the Israel Endodontic Society. Thanks a lot for the invitation.