Coolidge Endodontic Study Club 2020-2021 Executive Council
The Edgar D. Coolidge Endodontic Study Club’s new officers for the 2020-2021 year are (left to right): Dr. Richard Pasiewicz, Program Chair; Dr. Vladana Babcic, Dinner Chair; Dr. Logan Bell, Treasurer; Dr. Timothy Rogers, Secretary; Dr. Larry Farsakian, Vice President; Dr. Louis Karras, President; missing from photo is Dr. Matthew Davis, Immediate Past President. In…
Read MoreMember Spotlight: Dr. Sonia Chopra
AAE member Dr. Sonia Chopra is Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics, practice owner of Ballantyne Endodontics in Charlotte, N.C, accomplished author and mom. The AAE’s communications team recently caught up with her to learn more about her experience during the COVID-19 pandemic and to learn more about her upcoming book.
Read MoreDr. Gerald Glickman Joins Pulp Therapy Evidence-Based Dentistry Workgroup with the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
As a part of its efforts to develop evidence-based clinical practice guidelines to support dental professionals dedicated to treating children, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) has appointed Dr. Gerald Glickman as an expert consultant to its new workgroup on Permanent Tooth Vital Pulp Therapy in Children and Adolescents.
Read MoreAfter the Shatter: A Q&A With Beirut Member Dr. Kristel B. Tabet
On August 4, 2020, a large amount of ammonium nitrate stored at the port of the city of Beirut, Lebanon, exploded, causing approximately 200 deaths, thousands of injuries and billions of dollars in property damage. The devastating explosion destroyed the endodontic practice of one our own: Dr. Kristel Tabet (this video capture and the images…
Read MoreDr. Anita Aminoshariae Reviews 300th JOE Manuscript
The AAE is extending big congratulations to Dr. Anita Aminoshariae, who has just reviewed her 300th manuscript for the Journal of Endodontics! This is an incredibly large number of manuscripts to have been reviewed by one person, and she serves as an inspiration to other members of the Scientific Advisory Board.
Read MoreWeathering the Storm: AAE Catches Up With Dr. Rico D. Short
AAE member and Diplomate, Rico D. Short D.M.D, B.C.E, F.I.C.D, is a microsurgical root canal specialist and clinical assistant professor at Dental College of Georgia. He is also an author, lecturer and inspirational speaker. We recently caught up with Dr. Short, who described the life-altering injury that inspired his latest book, In the Eye of a Storm, and also discussed his thoughts on some major events of 2020.
Read MoreNorth Star: Dr. Alan H. Gluskin to Advance Endodontics Above the Fray
By Elisabeth Lisican One might say there’s an explorer’s spirit in most every endodontist. Dr. Alan H. Gluskin certainly has the passport stamps and anthropology degree to make his case. Now the well-traveled new leader of the American Association of Endodontists begins his presidency determined to advocate in a meaningful way for our specialty and…
Read MoreManagement of Dental Emergencies During COVID-19
By Dr. Frederic Barnett Management of dental emergencies during this COVID-19 pandemic takes knowledge, preparation and a bit of bravery. The creation of aerosols during surgical extractions or opening teeth to initiate root canal treatment is definitely a cause for concern. However, the CDC, the Pennsylvania Department of Health and recent updated Guidance from the…
Read MoreEndodontics on the Front Lines: Managing the Emotional Toll of Serving During a Pandemic
Endodontists are now on the front lines in the effort to control the COVID-19 pandemic! Our specialty has been called upon to address dental emergencies in an effort to keep patients with severe dental distress away from the hospital emergency rooms. Never before, in the glorious history of our specialty, have we been called upon to serve in this way. This is a risky position to be in, but our training has prepared us for this moment.
Read MoreA Different Kind of Case
Dr. Martin D. Levin has taken his endodontic training a step further to explore historical information that his knowledge can uncover. His analysis of dental remains has provided information about America’s early settlers and helped solve mysteries about America’s first serial killer.
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