While this program does not allow performing any clinical care, participants will have the opportunity to observe clinical activities related to prevention, diagnosis and treatment of pulpitis, apical periodontitis, and related diseases and conditions. In addition, they will have the opportunity to interact with faculty and residents and discuss common interests in education and research.
Participants are encouraged to attend other research seminars in the School of Dentistry. Individuals interested in participating in ongoing research projects must contact the faculty mentor prior to arriving to discuss his/her interests.
Participants may also be interested in attending other continuing education courses offered through the School of Dentistry. Attendance is encouraged but the individual is responsible for the additional fees to attend these courses. Attendance and presentations at any regional, national, or international conferences is encouraged, but the individual will be responsible for all costs associated with such meetings (membership, registration, travel, etc.).

The UAB Department of Endodontics aims to educate the participant in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of endodontic diseases in a patient-centered environment. Specifically, participants will be exposed to advances in the areas of surgical and non-surgical root canal therapy, vital pulp therapy, nonvital bleaching, intentional replantation, as well as the management of dental trauma. They will also be exposed to and participate in contemporary endodontic research and learn about new technologies that enhance and facilitate the practice of endodontics.

Participants will attend the following advanced courses with Endodontic residents:

· Fundamental of Endodontics: Foundational course to incoming Endodontics residents

· Current Endodontic Literature Review: Review, analysis, and critique of current literature relevant to Endodontics

· Topical Endodontic Literature Review: Review, analysis, and critique of literature relevant to Endodontic topics

· Case analysis and Treatment Planning in Endodontics: Case presentation and discussion by Endodontics residents

·Research in Endodontics: Various seminars, presentation of research data and data analysis of research findings.

The Observership duration will be for 6 months. The start and end dates will be by arrangement between the candidate and the chair. The tuition fee is $15,000. A 10% deposit is required upon acceptance.
CE course registration and payments will be through the UAB Continuing Dental Education department. Tuition fees are non-refundable, even if the candidate does not continue for the pre-approved duration.