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Part I/II
Disclaimer
The opinions expressed in this web site are solely those of the members of the College of Diplomates, and do not represent, in any way the official voice of the American Board of Endodontics. Remember that the final word rests with the American Board of Endodontics. Remember to read, understand and follow all current instructions and guidance published by the American Board of Endodontics.
The Written Examination
Part I/II of the certification process of the American Board of Endodontics is a four hour written examination consisting of 200 multiple choice questions. The Candidate will be assigned either a morning session or an afternoon session. According to the ABE, the questions are designed to test recall as well as the ability to apply knowledge, interpret information and solve problems. Subject areas include anatomy, biochemistry, embryology, general and oral pathology, microanatomy, immunology, inflammation, microbiology, pharmacology, vascular and neurophysiology, pulpal and periradicular pathobiology, radiology, oral medicine, biostatistics, clinical endodontics, dental materials related to endodontics, related dental disciplines, and classic and current literature. Although there is no one single text or review course that can totally prepare one for a written exam, a number of excellent review courses are offered during the year and are strategically scheduled near the times when board examinations are given.
Because of the contemporary and constantly developing nature of a number of critical areas, particular study should be also directed towards HIV and hepatitis immunology and virology; management of diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disease, and renal failure; antibiotics, analgesics, and local anesthetics; basic concepts of cellular and molecular biology; anaerobic bacteria and current genus and species identification; differential diagnosis of radiolucent and radiopaque lesions; wound healing; and guided tissue and bone regeneration.
Review Manuals and Other Aids
The Endodontic Topical Guide:
The Endodontic Topical Guide is a 20 year index of the Journal of Endodontics with over 2500 topics and keywords. For example, a topic such as root canal obturation has a list of over 80 references. The updated versions have abstracts of JOE articles from volumes 15 through 20. Volume 21, 22, and 23 updates are also complete with abstracts.
Online Services:
A wide variety of information can be obtained from online services, including oral pathology tutorials and other study guides. For example, Grateful Med® allows access to the National Library of Medicine's collection of medical and health science information.
Useful Websites:
American Association of Endodontists
American Dental Association
American Medical Association
Dental Education Resources on the Web
Dental Library
Dentistry On-Line
Grateful Med
Healthfinder
HIVDent
Internet Healthcare Directory
Medscape
Quintessence Publishers
Review Courses
Academic Review of Endodontology
When: Late September or early October(2 1/2 days)
Sponsor: Albert Einstein Medical Center, I.B. Bender Division of Endodontics
Location: Adam's Mark Hotel, Philadelphia, PA
Lectures given by internationally known educators/researchers/clinicians
Topics covered: endodontic microbiology and immunology, management of medically compromised patients, pain, pulp and periradicular pathology, fascial space infections, trauma, pharmacology, bone biology, information on the certification process. Recent courses have included a session sponsored by the College of Diplomates on "Tips for Preparing for the Certifying Examinations of the American Board of Endodontics."
Further information: 215-456-7103
Review of the Biologic and Clinical Aspects of Endodontology
When: March (3 days)
Sponsor: Division of Endodontics, University of Michigan, School of Dentistry, Ann Arbor, MI
Lectures given by internationally known educators/researchers/clinicians
Topics covered: clinical aspects of endodontic procedures, management of the medically compromised patient, pharmacology, oral pathology, histology and physiology of the dentin-pulp complex, local anesthesia, surgical endodontics. Recent courses have included a session sponsored by the College of Diplomates on "Tips for Preparing for the Certifying Examinations of the American Board of Endodontics."
Further information: 313-763-5021
Annual Review of Endodontic Biology
When: Late September (2 days)
Sponsor: Loma Linda University School of Dentistry, Loma Linda, California
Lectures are given by internationally known educators/researchers/clinicians
Topics covered: periapical diseases, microbiology, immunology, pharmacology, trauma and pertinent scientific literature. Recent courses have included a session sponsored by the College of Diplomates on "Tips for Preparing for the Certifying Examinations of the American Board of Endodontics."
Further information: 909-824-4685
Texts, Journals and Suggested Review Articles
Attention should be directed to contemporary literature. Key topical areas should be included such as guided tissue regeneration, wound healing, antibiotic prophlaxis coverage, management of traumatized teeth and medically compromised patients. For examples of contemorary literature please see our literature guide.
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