Why Endodontics?
Endodontic service is in massive demand in the UK and globally with longer life spans and retention of teeth. Diseases afflicting the dental pulp and periradicular tissues are endemic and by virtue of their location and size, demand special knowledge and skills to manage them. Development of the necessary integrated knowledge and skills is a complex and challenging process, requiring effective mentoring, guidance and coaching in cognitive, technical and clinical skills.
Why Eastman?
UCL Eastman Endodontic programmes are highly sought after and internationally renowned for their rigour and outcomes. The speciality training programme is currently the only one accredited by the European Society of Endodontology.
The programmes have constantly evolved since they began in 1989, with the addition of a dedicated clinic, skills laboratory and nurse team. They have a balanced integration of cognitive, technical and clinical skills development, with mentored, supervised clinical exposure taking up about 50% of the time.
Feedback on teaching is always high, as evidenced by student testimonies. The outcome is rewarding, not just in terms of personal growth but also in the ability to alleviate patient problems with confidence. Our graduates are sought after, secure work placements, and many go on to teach their art and science.
- Staff
- Professor Federico Foschi
- Dr Rachel Tomson
- Maria Lessani
- Geoffrey St George
- Rob Crawford
- Ian Blewitt
- Deborah Bomfin
- Ravi Chauhan
- David Selouk
- Stella Sarafi
- Dr Irene Soriano
- Christos Pollatos
- Dr Nirvair Kaur
- Sanjay Ardeshna
- Jesus Molina
- Facilities
Our state-of-the-art facilities include two dedicated laboratories for the production of patient devices such as fixed and removable prosthetic devices. There are five clinical skills laboratories containing 90 clinical skills stations equipped with dental manikins allowing trainees to practically and safely refine skills and work in conditions that mimic real-life practice. Two of our suites are also equipped with dental microscopes to aid identification of anatomical imperfections and the quick detection of enamel and dentine fractures.
- Contact
Professor Federico Foschi
Programme Director (Endodontics MSc / Endodontology MClinDent)
f.foschi@ucl.ac.ukJason Chan
Programme Administrator
edi.endo@ucl.ac.uk- Visiting
The unit welcomes visits from prospective students. Appointments to visit should be made at least two months in advance. Your visit will enable you to meet staff and discuss applications. To make an appointment contact the Programme Administrator.