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The Paper Point

The Paper Point is an e-newsletter designed specifically for residents and young endodontists.

The views and opinions expressed by authors are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the American Association of Endodontists (AAE). Publication of these views does not imply endorsement by the AAE.

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Life Advice to Incoming Residents

Compiled by Kisa Iqbal, D.D.S. The excitement in the room was palpable as I looked around the lecture hall on the first day of residency. My new colleagues from multiple…

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The Paper Point Editorial – July 2023

Dear Endodontic Residents and New Practitioners, Happy Endo-Anniversary! Regardless of where you are on your professional journey, I suspect that the endo chapter of your story began on or around…

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Transitioning from Residency to the Real World

By Drs. Rebekah Lucier Pryles and Dan Tran Residency prepares you with the knowledge, skills, and experience to provide exceptional clinical care for your patients. Clinical talent and academic knowledge,…

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My First Case in Private Practice

By Dr. Samar AlHashimi, BDS, DDS, MSD My first Thermafill retreatment was done at Loma Linda University: tooth #30 with three metal carriers; no gutta percha (gp) at all in…

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June Paper Point Editorial

Dear Endodontic Residents and New Practitioners, I am excited to begin my third year serving on the Resident and New Practitioner Committee (RNPC) and honored to be serving as this…

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The Perils of Perfectionism

By Dr. Andrea Tsatalis In a field where we measure to the ½ millimeter, it’s no surprise that perfectionism is a common tendency among endodontists. Looking outside the scope, one…

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