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Department of Endodontics
PO Box 100436
Gainesville, Florida 32610-0436
Phone: 352.273.5440
Fax: 352.273.5446

An endodontist is a dentist who specializes in root canal treatment. Root canal, or endodontic treatment, is a procedure performed to remove damaged tissue from inside the root canals of a tooth. As a specialist, endodontists limit their practice to endodontic procedures. See more Information...

Goals Of The Postdoctoral Program In Endodontics
University Of Florida College Of Dentistry

Goal 1. To train endodontists who possess the knowledge and skills required to diagnose, understand the basis of, and adequately treat, alone or in concert with other dental and medical practitioners, endodontic problems and their related diseases, and to maintain the health of the attachment apparatus.

Goal 2. To train endodontists who possess the knowledge and skills to critically evaluate and apply current technological developments and research into their clinical practice of endodontics.

Goal 3. To train endodontists who become Diplomates of the American Board of Endodontics.

Goal 4. To train endodontists who have successful careers in clinical practice, research, and/or education.