The European Endodontic Congress. "Comfort" option

A must-attend event for endodontists of all experience levels!

Florence, the city with breathtaking art, architecture, and history, brings together the specialty’s most influential names: Arnaldo Castellucci, Gianluca Plotino, Antonis Chaniotis, Enrico Cassai, and special guest from the USA, Stephen Cohen. 

Each lecturer will share his clinical experience, insights for 2026, and, most importantly, secrets and tips that will elevate your practice to a whole new level!

During the congress, you will learn about:

— The American standards of One-Visit endodontic treatment
— Application of the RECIPROC® Minima file system using the one-file approach in all endodontic scenarios
— Minimally invasive approaches with the Italian touch
— Application of 3rd generation apex locators and the newest ultrasonic tips by Woodpecker
— Management of curved and splitting root canal systems from A to Z.

This congress is a step toward advancing your clinical expertise, staying at the forefront of endodontic innovation, and connecting with the leading minds in the field.

IMPORTANT: the “Standard” and “VIP” participation options are also available for purchase.

Basic advantages of the “Comfort” option:

– Participation in the scientific program
– Coffee break
– Notes and handouts
– Certificate of participation
– ADA credits available upon request

– Lunch 
– A recording of the congress
– Priority seats in the venue.

Program

September 18, 2026

Arnaldo Castellucci (09:00 - 10:30)

The new 3rd generation apex locator in endodontics

– Understanding root canal anatomy and its possible variations
– Critical role of accurate working length determination
 

– Overview of traditional working length determination methods:
 

- Tactile sensitivity
- Radiographic examination.
 

– Introduction to 3rd generation electronic apex locators
– Advantages of combining multiple working length determination methods
– How 3rd generation apex locators work?
– Interpretation of readings
– Literature review and comparison of different methods: advantages and limitations.

Coffee-break: 10:30 - 11:00

Arnaldo Castellucci (11:00-12:30)

Ultrasonic tips for finishing the access cavity in endodontics

– Evolution of endodontic technologies: operating microscope and ultrasonic units
– Advantages of ultrasonic tips over traditional burs
– Introduction to Woodpecker A-C ultrasonic tips series
– Key features of Woodpecker tips:
– Clinical indications of Woodpecker ultrasonic tips.

Lunch: 12:30 - 14:00

Enrico Cassai (14:00 - 15:30)

How to use reciproc® minima in all endodontic scenarios

– Overview of the limitations of current endodontic systems in variable root canal anatomies
– Importance of preoperative diagnostic evaluation for instrument selection
– Using a single instrument for a wide range of cases: from simple to complex anatomies, including retreatments
– Key features and applications of Reciproc M-wire
– Key features and applications of Reciproc Blue
– Key features and applications of Minima
– Strategies to reduce instrument fracture risk
– Optimizing simplicity, effectiveness, and speed in canal shaping.

Coffee-break: 15:30 - 16:00

Gianluca Plotino (16:00 - 17:30)

Minimally invasive approaches in endodontics

– Impact of coronal and radicular tooth structure preservation on biomechanical stability
– Conservative access cavity design
– Technical steps of minimally invasive endodontic procedures
– Balance between tooth structure conservation and effective disinfection and obturation
– Criteria for achieving gold standard endodontic outcomes.

September 19, 2026

Stephen Cohen (09:00 - 10:00)

TELECONFERENCE

One-visit complete endodontic treatment

– Comprehensive medical and dental history
– Radiographic evaluation
– Diagnostic testing
– Shared decision-making and patient consent
– Administration of local anesthesia
– Tooth isolation
– Access cavity preparation
– Cleaning, shaping, and obturation of the canals
– Sealing the access cavity
– Standard of excellence in post-treatment patient care.

Coffee-break: 10:00 - 10:30

Antonis Chaniotis (10:30 - 12:00)

Management of curved and splitting root canal systems: instruments and techniques. Part 1

– Understanding complex root canal anatomy:

- Curved canals
- Bifurcations and trifurcations
- Challenges for conventional instrumentation and obturation
 

– Evaluation and selection of instrumentation systems:
 

- Contemporary endodontic tools
- Choosing appropriate instruments for curved and splitting canals.
 

– Mastering biomechanical instrumentation techniques:
 

- Advanced shaping and cleaning methods
- Ensuring complete canal debridement
- Adapting techniques to anatomical complexity.
 

– Clinical decision-making in complex cases:
 

- Integrating theoretical knowledge with practical skills
- Developing effective treatment plans for intricate canal systems.
 

– Microscope in endodontics:
 

- Practical application tips and techniques
- Visualization of curved and splitting canals.

Lunch: 12:00 - 13:30

Antonis Chaniotis (13:30 - 15:00)

Management of curved and splitting root canal systems: instruments and techniques. Part 2

– Understanding complex root canal anatomy:
 

- Curved canals
- Bifurcations and trifurcations
- Challenges for conventional instrumentation and obturation.
 

– Evaluation and selection of instrumentation systems:
 

- Contemporary endodontic tools
- Choosing appropriate instruments for curved and splitting canals.
 

– Mastering biomechanical instrumentation techniques:
 

- Advanced shaping and cleaning methods
- Ensuring complete canal debridement
- Adapting techniques to anatomical complexity.
 

– Clinical decision-making in complex cases:
 

- Integrating theoretical knowledge with practical skills
- Developing effective treatment plans for intricate canal systems.
 

– Microscope in endodontics:

- Practical application tips and techniques
- Visualization of curved and splitting canals.

Hands-on (optional)

September 18, 2026

Hands-On Course by Enrico Cassai (16:00 - 18:30)

Theory

— Clinical protocols adaptable to different anatomical situations
— Instrumentation strategies for:
 

- Long canals
- Short canals
- Wide canals
- Narrow canals
- Retreatment cases.
 

— Indications for using Reciproc Blue, Reciproc M-Wire, and Minima
— When to use Reciproc Blue alone and when to combine systems
— Indications for creating a glide path
— Predicting canal anatomy and treatment strategy during the diagnostic phase.

Live demonstration

— Clinical workflow using Reciproc Blue and Reciproc Minima. 

Hands-on

— Training with Reciproc Blue and Reciproc Minima systems.

Hands-on practice on plastic simulators using dedicated training kits.
Instructor guidance and clinical tips for safe and efficient instrumentation. 

Link: https://ohi-s.com/seminar/177149 

Hands-on Workshop with Gianluca Plotino (18:00 - 20:30)

— Principles of non-surgical endodontic retreatment
— Biological and mechanical challenges in retreatment procedures
— Achieving apical patency in previously treated canals
— Analysis of different obturation materials and their clinical behavior
— Strategies for removing:
 

- Gutta-percha with traditional sealers
- Carrier-based systems (e.g. Thermafil)
- Bioceramic sealers.

— Instrument selection for retreatment: design, flexibility, and cutting efficiency
— Advantages of reciprocating file systems in retreatment
— Coronal debris removal and prevention of procedural errors
— Intraoperative diagnosis of anatomical complexities
— Management of challenging canal anatomies
— Clinical tips to improve efficiency, safety, and predictability.

Participants must bring extracted teeth with previously treated root canals, including gutta-percha with conventional sealers, carrier-based systems (e.g. Thermafil), and gutta-percha with bioceramic sealers.

Link: https://ohi-s.com/seminar/177297 

Hands-On Course with Arnaldo Castellucci (18:30 - 20:30)

– Practical use of the new apex locator:
 

- Determining the working length
- Understanding measurements and readings.
 

– Application of ultrasonic tips for finishing the access cavity:

- Refinement of access preparation
- Improving visibility and precision.

Preparation requirements for participants:

– Participants should bring their own extracted teeth
– Access cavity prepared in advance
– Root canals negotiated with a K-file #10.

Link: https://ohi-s.com/seminar/177150 

September 19, 2026

Hands-On Course by Antonis Chaniotis (15:30 - 18:00)

Key Topics

— Challenges of totally or partially calcified canals in clinical endodontics
— High risk of procedural accidents: perforation, instrument separation
— Role of dental operating microscope in making treatment predictable
— Handling rare cases: complete canal obliteration with apical periodontitis.

Learning Objectives

— Understand the problem of calcification in root canals
— Review common techniques for managing calcified canals
— Learn the BRAT technique with specially designed files to penetrate calcified canals

Hands-on

— Step-by-step application of Buckling Resistance Activation Test (BRAT) technique
— Tips to minimize procedural risks and improve predictability in calcified cases

Link: https://ohi-s.com/seminar/177152