The Paper Point
The Paper Point is an e-newsletter designed specifically for residents and young endodontists.
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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…
Compiled by Dr. Blake Clarke Dr. Jan Groth is a resident at the University of Minnesota. Here, Dr. Blake Clarke catches up with him and learns more about his journey…
By: Dr. Jessica Hwang This August, endodontic residents from across the country came together in St. Louis for the annual APICES conference, and the weekend was a great reminder that…
It’s hard to believe we’re already heading into fall! The excitement of July and a new academic year has begun to settle, and by now, most of our first-year residents…
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.…
By Dr. Andrew Chong Endodontic training prepares us to make difficult decisions, manage risk, and perform at a high level under pressure. It also prepares us to generate income. What…