APICES 2026: A Recap
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…
Read More2026 Educator Workshop for Endodontic Program Directors: Recap
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…
Read MoreEnhancing Dental Education: Enabling Student Self-Evaluation in Endodontic Access Cavity Preparation Using 3D Software
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…
Read MoreMore Than Technical Skill: What Defines a Successful Endodontic Resident?
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.…
Read MoreWhat the New Federal Student Loan Rules Mean for Endodontists
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…
Read MoreRecapping the 2026 ADEA Annual Session & Exhibition
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,…
Read MoreHelp Shape the Future of Endodontic Leadership
Strong leadership is essential to the continued success of the specialty of endodontics. As the profession evolves and new challenges and opportunities emerge, the American Association of Endodontists remains committed…
Read MoreBeyond the Apex: Navigating AI in Endodontic Diagnosis, Education and Ethics
By Ashley L. Madern, DMD, MS A student once asked after lecture, “If AI can see more pixels and grayscale than my eye can, shouldn’t I trust it when it…
Read MoreEducation in and for the Future: Reflections from the AAE26 Panel
By Yehuda Joesph Benjamin, D.M.D., M.S. Bob Dylan famously reminded us that “the times they are a-changin’,” signaling that the zeitgeist evolves from generation to generation. The times are indeed…
Read MoreAI-Powered Clinical Decision Support Tools in Endodontic Education
By Keith R. Boyer, DDS The concept of Artificial intelligence (AI) has existed for many years, but recent advances in technology, such as ChatGPT, have brought AI to the forefront…
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