Course Outline

The advancements in biologics and gene therapy have made tissue regeneration possible in medicine and dentistry. Bone and soft tissue regeneration is already commonplace in oral and periodontal surgery. Endodontic regeneration is now in the horizon. This presentation will focus on the current state of regenerative endodontics, where we are, and where we need to be.  The advantages of pulpal regeneration will be compared and contrasted to conventional therapy. The necessary components of pulpal regeneration will also be presented, particularly in permanent immature teeth.

Upon completion of this presentation the participants will:

• Be aware of the current state of regenerative endodontics
• Understand the benefits of regenerative endodontics over conventional therapy

Shahrokh Shabahang, DDS received his DDS in 1987 from University of the Pacific, an endodontic certificate and MS in 1997 from Loma Linda University, and a PhD in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics from Loma Linda University in 2001.  He is a board certified endodontist and has been involved in clinical practice for over twenty years. Since 1997, Dr. Shabahang has dedicated his time to applied research focusing on development of novel therapeutics with emphasis on various aspects of this process. As an adjunct professor at Loma Linda University, he continues to be involved in research with focus on immune-mediated inflammatory disorders. His interest in the biology of oral healthcare has been captured in peer-reviewed publications in various areas including treatment of immature teeth and pulp regeneration. 

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