Diagnostic Emergencies and Unusual ENDODONTIC Findings

Dr. Jose Francisco Barros, DDS is an Endodontist currently practicing in Miami, Florida. He is a graduate of Emory University School of Dentistry and did his specialty training at Nova Southeastern University. He is a member of the American Association of Endodontics and the Florida Association of Endodontics. He serves as a professor of endodontics at both Nova Southeastern University and at the Mount Sinai Hospital GPR program.

Course Title: Diagnostic Emergencies and Unusual Endodontic Findings             Duration: 2 Hours

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Differentiate common endodontic emergencies using patient history, clinical exam, and diagnostic testing.

2. Perform a systematic diagnostic protocol for patients with acute orofacial pain.

3. Interpret radiographic and CBCT findings to identify unusual conditions such as resorption, calcifications, and atypical lesions.

4. Distinguish odontogenic pain from non-odontogenic sources through clinical evaluation.

5. Formulate evidence-based emergency treatment plans addressing pain, infection, and treatment timing.

6. Determine when referral is indicated for complex endodontic cases.

7. Integrate current diagnostic technologies to improve accuracy in emergency care.