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APICES 2026 brought endodontic residents from across the country to St. Louis for two days of learning, conversation and connection beyond the residency experience. The program tackled the questions residents are thinking about as they prepare for the next stage of their careers. Dr. Gordon Lai shared lessons in Things I Wish I Knew in…

The 2026 Educator Workshop, held August 14–15 in St. Louis, brought together endodontic program directors from across the country for two days of education, candid discussion and collaboration focused on the challenges and opportunities facing advanced endodontic education. The program covered a wide range of timely topics. The American Board of Endodontics shared updates on…

By Ane Poly, DDS, MSc, PhD As we navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of dental education, exploring how digital technologies can enhance current teaching methods and improve student learning is paramount. Endodontic access preparation (EAP) represents the critical first phase in non-surgical root canal treatment. Its primary objectives, such as conserving sound tooth structure, unroofing…

By Dr. Gordon Lai This past August at APICES, I had the honor of speaking to AAE residents about some of the lessons that have stayed with me since residency. For those who were unable to attend-and for recent graduates-I wanted to share a few of those ideas here. When I entered endodontic residency, I…

If you’re managing student loan debt—or preparing to refinance—recent changes to federal student loan rules could have a significant impact on your repayment strategy. New federal borrowing limits and repayment options are now in effect, making it more important than ever for borrowers to understand how these changes may affect their financial future. To help…

The 2026 ADEA Annual Session & Exhibition was held March 21–24, 2026, in Montréal, Québec, Canada. During the Section on Endodontics meeting, attendees discussed several key issues affecting endodontic education, including faculty recruitment and retention, the ongoing shortage of endodontic educators, increased collaboration among programs, and opportunities to strengthen engagement within the academic community. Dr.…