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IN-PERSON EVENT, hosted by the Ribble Section

What to expect

In the evolving landscape of endodontics, integrating evidence-based protocols into clinical practice is essential for achieving predictable outcomes and enhancing patient care. Abhishek Parolia will focus on the current literature, evidence based clinical protocols and use of technology to overcome common clinical challenges in endodontic practice.

Timings

18:30 Registration and refreshments

18:45 Lecture - Abhishek Parolia

19:45 Questions

20:00 End of event

Learning objectives 

  • Critically evaluate current evidence-based guidelines in endodontic diagnosis, treatment planning, and procedural protocols to enhance clinical decision-making
  • ⁠Identify and manage common clinical challenges in endodontics using evidence-based strategies
  • ⁠Integrate advanced technologies into endodontic practice to optimize workflow, accuracy, and patient outcomes.

Development outcomes

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Meet the speaker

Abhishek Parolia

Dr. Abhishek Parolia currently serves as Associate Professor, Research Director, and Director of Predoctoral Sophomore in the Department of Endodontics at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics, Iowa City, USA. A gold medalist in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics from Manipal University, he brings over nineteen years of expertise in micro-endodontic practice and the mentorship of emerging dental professionals. He previously held the role of Associate Dean for Postgraduate, Continuing Education, and Research at the International Medical University (IMU) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where he also earned his PhD. Dr. Parolia is a member of the American Association of Endodontists and the International Association of Dental Research, and is a Fellow of both the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow (FDS RCPS) and the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (FDS RCS). He also serves as an Examiner for the Diploma of Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery (MFDS) at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. His accolades include research incentive awards from Manipal University (2010, 2011), Best Newcomer (2011), recognition for leading the ICDAS initiative (2014), the E-learning Innovation Award and Best Lecturer Nomination (2016) from IMU, Best Faculty Presentation at the International Association of Dental Research (2017), and awards for developing a new postgraduate program in Endodontics, long service (2022), and Teaching Innovation (AMEE Glasgow 2023, Team Category). His clinical interests encompass micro-endodontics, disinfection, retreatment, regeneration, vital pulp therapies, clinical audit, and governance. Dr. Parolia has authored over 90 peer-reviewed scientific papers and six textbook chapters. He serves as Guest Editor for the Dentistry Journal, Associate Editor for the Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics Journal, and as a reviewer for numerous journals including the Australian Endodontic Journal, Clinical Oral Investigations, European Endodontic Journal, PLOS One, Scientific Reports, Italian Endodontic Journal, Archives of Oral Biology, BMC Oral Health, Journal of Dental Education, European Journal of Dental Education, European Journal of Dentistry, and is a Reviewer Editor for Frontiers in Dental Medicine. He has conducted hands-on training workshops and delivered lectures internationally, including in the USA, Japan, Singapore, Brazil, Hong Kong, Dubai, India, Lebanon, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, Cambodia, Vietnam, Belgium, Egypt, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Australia, and Canada.

More information 

Please email [email protected] with any dietary requirements.

Would you be interested in getting involved in the Ribble Section?

We are looking for enthusiastic members to join the Ribble Section committee and the North Western Branch Council. A role on the committee is a great way to get involved in the BDA at a local level and to help provide and shape local educational and networking events. It’s also great to have on your CV!

A brief description of the different roles in a committee is available here.

The Section has the support of the centrally-based Local Services team who are on hand to help and advise on any aspect of running the Section and planning events.

If interested, or for more information, please contact Shalini Kanagasingam, Chair of the Ribble Section, on the day, or email us at [email protected]

UCLan
Phantomhead Suite (AL203)
Allen Building
Adelphi Street
Preston PR1 7BE

Delegates can park in the nearby pay and display Harrington car park. However, at times this car park is very busy and so we would then suggest delegates use Walker Street Car park. 

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Very engaging speaker, very good lecture

Everything was well organised, concise and understandable

Really informative and well structured

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