Giovanni Olivi: PIPS a Breakthrough in Endodontics
Endodontics is one of the main topics in dentistry as well as a high specialized branch.
Over the past years, revolutionary technologies have changed root canal therapy: the introduction of the dental operating microscope in the 1980s has enabled dentists to closely view the endodontium; the development of NiTi shaping files has reduced the time for root canal shaping; the advent of CBCT has led to improved diagnostics in difficult-to-reach areas, promoting the maximum preservation of tooth structure.
The successful “triad” in endodontics today is represented by minimally invasive catheterization of the root canals, hermetic 3D root canal sealing, after an advanced method for 3D cleaning and disinfecting of the root canal system. PIPS is ready today for all general practitioners and endo-specialists who would like to use the most cutting edge technology and technique for root canal therapy. An update of the latest international research as well as a discussion of different LAI protocols will be discussed.