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AAE Webinars on Endodontic Diagnosis

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In endodontics, everything begins with the right diagnosis. Whether you’re an endodontist or a general dentist performing root canals, your success depends on your ability to identify the true source of pain, navigate complex anatomy, and plan treatment with precision.

That’s why the American Association of Endodontists (AAE) has developed a growing library of online education focused entirely on diagnostic excellence. And at Global Surgical, we believe the right tools—including a high-quality dental microscope—can help you apply these insights with confidence every day in your practice.

Why Diagnostic Accuracy Matters

Even experienced clinicians can encounter diagnostic uncertainty. Overlapping symptoms, referred pain, and variable anatomy make pulpal and periapical diagnoses one of the most challenging aspects of endodontic care. Getting it right the first time reduces post-op complications, builds patient trust, and improves overall treatment outcomes.

What You’ll Learn from AAE’s Diagnostic Webinar Series

Available through the AAE’s Endo On Demand platform, these on-demand webinars explore advanced diagnostic topics with real clinical relevance. Here are some highlights worth watching:

1. Endo On Demand Webinar Series

AAE’s primary platform for webinars, accessible via a subscription to Endo On Demand, or individual purchase in the AAE’s Online Store EndoPractice
Content includes recorded live webinars and archive sessions, ideal for on-demand CE credit and clinical updates.

2. Relevant Diagnostic Webinars

Some diagnostic-specific topics include:

EP‑3: TMD and Orofacial Pain in Diagnosis of Endodontic Pain
Presented by Dr. Iryna Daline, this session explores non-endodontic orofacial pain that may present like endodontic pain, including neuropathic, neurovascular, or nociplastic etiologies. It introduces validated screening tools and differential diagnosis protocols for busy practices endoondemand.aae.org.
SP‑24: Leveraging AI‑Powered Clinical Decision Support Tools in Endodontic Education
Led by Dr. Keith R. Boyer, this webinar outlines use of AI tools such as Overjet to enhance imaging diagnosis, lesion detection, and patient flow in educational and clinical settings endoondemand.aae.org.
PB‑1: Conundrum of Pulpal Diagnosis, Part 1
A deep dive into challenges in classifying pulp disease—especially useful in complex or ambiguous diagnostic cases endoondemand.aae.org.
SP‑8: Neuroscience in Modern Endodontics
Covers recent advances in pain neuroscience, the disconnect between pain perception and pathology, and how biological understanding can refine diagnostic decisions and outcomes endoondemand.aae.org.

3. Access & Platforms

Webinars recorded at the AAE25 Annual Meeting (April 2–5, 2025 in Boston) become available in Endo On Demand on July 1, 2025, once the new subscription year begins American Association of Endodontists.
Endo On Demand offers more than 600 hours of CE content including modules on CBCT, microscopes in endodontics, vital pulp therapy, and diagnostic case assessment tools American Association of Endodontists.

4. Other Diagnostic Resources

Endo Voices Podcast features case-specific discussions, such as the episode “Endodontic Misadventures: Diagnostic Challenges and the Element of Bias”, which offers insight into the clinician’s diagnostic thought process and the importance of accurate documentation and communication American Association of Endodontists.
The AAE’s Guide to Clinical Endodontics provides foundational terminology, guidelines, and frameworks for pulpal and periapical diagnosis, essential for consistency and legal clarity in practice AAE Newsroom.
Actually, survey data shows persistent variability among clinicians using AAE diagnostic terms—even in seemingly clear cases—underscoring the importance of continuous education and terminology updates PMC.

Pairing Education with Visualization: The Power of the Dental Microscope

What’s the common thread in diagnostic success? Visualization.
AAE webinars provide knowledge—but dental microscopes bring that knowledge to life at the chairside. At Global Surgical, our microscopes are designed to enhance every step of the diagnostic process:

Co-axial, shadow-free illumination reveals cracks, microfractures, and subtle pulp exposures.
High magnification helps localize difficult canals, such as MB2s and calcified entries.
Integrated video and imaging allow you to document findings, educate patients, and reinforce treatment recommendations.
Ergonomic design supports extended procedures without sacrificing posture or comfort.

By combining what you learn in AAE’s educational content with the clarity and precision of a dental microscope, you can elevate both the accuracy and efficiency of your endodontic care.

Learn More and Level Up

AAE’s Endo On Demand platform offers 600+ hours of CE—including dozens of diagnostic-focused sessions—all available online, anytime. And when you’re ready to take that education into your operatory, we’re here to help.