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The organization and running of postgraduate endodontic ‘hands‐on’ courses
Author(s) -
SAUNDERS E. M.
Publication year - 1991
Publication title -
international endodontic journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.988
H-Index - 119
eISSN - 1365-2591
pISSN - 0143-2885
DOI - 10.1111/j.1365-2591.1991.tb00129.x
Subject(s) - isolation (microbiology) , endodontic procedures , computer science , dentistry , medical education , root canal , medicine , microbiology and biotechnology , biology
Summary. Considerable preparation, planning and detailed organization are necessary if endodontic ‘hands‐on’ courses are to be stimulating and worthwhile for participant and teacher alike. Projection facilities, lighting, seating and working surface requirements must be checked immediately on arrival at the venue. The format, although flexible enough to allow for the wide range of knowledge and practical ability found within any one group, must adhere to and stress the current fundamentals in endodontic teaching. Not only can information and skill in diagnosis, root canal preparation and obturation be taught in a ‘hands‐on’ format, but rubber dam isolation techniques can also be practised very successfully. Tutors must be prepared to demonstrate personally their clinical ability and experience of principles and techniques taught during the course. Post‐course feedback can be an extremely useful means of ensuring that ‘hands‐on’ courses are relevant, with the appropriate practical emphasis required by the general dental practitioner, as well as the necessary stress on endodontic principles.