Endodontics 3.0

Clinical Associate Professor of Endodontics and Assistant Director of Graduate Endodontics at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Philadelphia, where he directs the microsurgical training component of the endodontic residency program. Specialist in endodontics with practice limited exclusively to endodontic treatment and endodontic microsurgery. Owner and Endodontist at Precision Endodontic Network, operating four private practices in Bryn Mawr, Exton, Paoli, and West Chester, Pennsylvania.

Over 25 years of combined clinical, academic, and research experience in complex endodontics and endodontic microsurgery. Expert in operating microscope applications for nonsurgical and surgical endodontics, ultrasonic instrumentation techniques, guided tissue regeneration in apical surgery, and contemporary obturation methods. Pioneer in developing systematic protocols for predictable endodontic microsurgery that maximize success rates through optimal patient/microscope/surgeon positioning, precise use of microsurgical armamentarium, and biocompatible root-end filling materials.

Inventor of the S Kondenser, a patented instrument for obturation of root canals designed to improve condensation of warm gutta-percha techniques. Co-author with Dr. Syngcuk Kim of the textbook "Microsurgery in Endodontics" (Wiley-Blackwell, 2017), a comprehensive clinical guide covering all aspects of surgical endodontics from case selection through healing. Author of over 30 peer-reviewed publications and book chapters in leading endodontic journals and textbooks including Journal of Endodontics, Compendium, Dentistry Today, Oral Health, Inside Dentistry, and Dental Clinics of North America. Topics include endodontic microsurgery techniques, ultrasonic applications, obturation methods, CBCT imaging, troubleshooting surgical complications, intentional replantation, and guided bone regeneration. Named cover story for "Best of" issues by both Main Line Today and Doctor of Dentistry magazines recognizing excellence in endodontics.

International lecturer presenting extensively throughout the United States, Europe, Scandinavia, Canada, South America, and Asia on topics including endodontic microsurgery, anatomically directed endodontics, management of endo-perio lesions, ledge management, replantation techniques, and advanced instrumentation methods. Faculty at major endodontic conferences including AAE Annual Session and international congresses. Regular instructor for hands-on microsurgery workshops teaching proper positioning, instrument usage, and contemporary surgical protocols based on University of Pennsylvania standards.

BS in Biology from Tufts University, Boston, Massachusetts. DMD (Doctor of Dental Medicine) from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. Certificate in Endodontics from University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. Faculty appointment at Penn Endo since completion of specialty training.

Professor Emeritus at Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto, Canada. Former Head of Endodontics (20 years) and Director of M.Sc. Endodontics Program (22 years). One of the world's leading authorities in endodontic outcomes research and evidence-based endodontics.

Over 48 years of clinical and academic experience in endodontics since graduating in 1975. Received DMD degree and specialty certificate in Endodontics from Hebrew University and Hadassah Faculty of Dental Medicine, Jerusalem, Israel. Practiced endodontics in Israel for 9 years before moving to Canada. Appointed Associate Professor and Head of Endodontics at University of Toronto (1992), establishing Canada's first and only graduate endodontics program (1993). Promoted to Full Professor (1996). Maintains private practice limited to endodontics in Toronto alongside academic appointments.

International authority on treatment outcomes, prognosis factors, and evidence-based decision-making in endodontics. Research focus on endodontic healing and survival rates, minimally invasive access cavities, contracted endodontic cavity designs, intentional replantation, autogenous transplantation, and internal bleaching. Published landmark systematic reviews establishing evidence-based standards for endodontic success criteria. Served on Scientific Advisory Board of Sonendo Inc.

DMD from Hebrew University, Jerusalem (1975). Certificate in Endodontics from Hebrew University (1983). Published over 145 peer-reviewed scientific articles in leading endodontic journals including Journal of Endodontics, International Endodontic Journal, and Oral Surgery Oral Medicine Oral Pathology. Authored 11 textbook chapters. Presented over 300 lectures worldwide. Served on editorial boards of major endodontic journals. Recipient of prestigious awards: AAE Louis I. Grossman Award (2008) for significant research contributions to endodontology; W.W. Wood Award from Association of Canadian Faculties of Dentistry (2013) for excellence in dental education; Award of Distinction from Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto (2014) for outstanding leadership; AAE I.B. Bender Lifetime Educator Award (2018) for excellence in full-time educational pursuits.

Endodontist and oral surgeon specializing in endodontic retreatment and apical microsurgery. Chief doctor and founder of Apico.pro clinic in Moscow, exclusively dedicated to tooth preservation through advanced endodontic techniques.

Over 20 years of clinical experience in complex root canal treatments and periapical surgery under operating microscope. Specializes in saving teeth previously deemed hopeless by other specialists, focusing on challenging cases requiring surgical intervention. Receives referrals from general dentists, prosthodontists, oral surgeons, ENT specialists, and neurologists.

International lecturer delivering educational programs on advanced endodontics and apical surgery. Scientific editor at Quintessence Russia and Dental Azbuka publishing houses. Head of Quintessence study club in Endodontics. Speaker at TownieMeeting (2010) and Quintessence Congress in Moscow.

DDS from Tver Medical University, Russia. Completed International Program in Endodontics at University of Pennsylvania, USA, and specialized training at Jerusalem Hadassah Dental School, Israel. Member of The European Society of Microscopic Dentistry (ESMD) and The Russian Dental Society.

Full Professor of Endodontology at the University of Amsterdam (UvA) and Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), appointed February 2026. Chair of the Department of Endodontology at ACTA, where he integrates patient care, undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, and scientific research.

Over 20 years of specialized clinical practice limited to endodontics in Amsterdam. Research focuses on treatment outcomes of root canal therapy, innovative diagnostic techniques, and evidence-based clinical decision-making with emphasis on appropriate treatment indications and avoiding overtreatment.

Extensive international collaboration with researchers across Europe and beyond, resulting in numerous publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals. Author and editor of multiple textbooks on endodontics. Active as international lecturer and supervisor of multiple PhD research projects.

DMD, PhD. Head of the Section of Endodontology at ACTA since 2023.