Continuing Education Courses

Irvine Endodontics is an ADA CERP accredited provider. We offer courses throughout the year for general dentists who want to strengthen their endodontic knowledge, from diagnosis and case selection to treatment planning and knowing when to refer.

About Our Courses

Dr. Omid Dianat has published over 80 peer-reviewed papers, holds multiple patents, and lectures internationally on endodontic techniques. Our courses draw directly from this research and from daily clinical experience treating complex cases.

Each course combines clinical theory with real case presentations. You’ll see actual cases, understand the decision-making process behind each one, and leave with knowledge you can apply immediately. Courses are lecture format with time for questions and discussion.

Referring dentists receive complimentary vouchers for our CE events. Contact us for details.

Upcoming Course

Boosting Root Canal Success: From Planning to Predictability 2 CE Credits Date: 2026 (details coming soon)

This course focuses on achieving predictable outcomes through proper case selection, treatment planning, and execution. Registration details will be announced on our website and mailing list.

Past Courses

Contemporary Approaches to Endodontic Diagnosis and Treatment Planning June 19, 2025 Fogo de Chão Steakhouse, Irvine 2 CE Credits

Covered diagnostic methods for pulpal and periapical pathology, CBCT interpretation, and treatment planning with long-term prognosis in mind.

New Concepts in Endodontics December 5, 2024 Brio Italian Restaurant, Irvine

Reviewed recent developments in endodontic technology, cleaning and disinfection protocols, obturation materials, and current evidence on treatment approaches.

Lunch and Learn at Your Office

We bring CE to your practice at no charge for referring offices. Each session runs about one hour with time for your team’s questions.

Available topics:

The Cracked Tooth Dilemma: Diagnose, Manage, or Refer? Differentiating craze lines from treatable cracks and terminal fractures. Clinical tests, their reliability, and when specialist evaluation makes sense.

Reading CBCT for the General Dentist Orientation to CBCT anatomy, identifying pathology, and knowing what to look for before referring cases. Includes real case review.

Endodontic Emergencies: Predictable Management Managing acute pulpitis, abscesses, and trauma. Pain control, appropriate antibiotic use, and stabilizing patients before definitive treatment.

When Root Canals Fail: Understanding Retreatment Recognizing failure, understanding why it happens, and knowing what retreatment or surgery involves. Helps you discuss options with patients and coordinate care.

Contact us to schedule a session for your team.

EndoTimes Journal

Our quarterly digital journal offers ongoing education between courses. Each issue features case studies with clinical photos, technique articles by Dr. Dianat, literature reviews with practical takeaways, and answers to questions submitted by general dentists.

Free subscription at endotimes.net

Registration and Contact

Phone: (949) 622-0055 Email: info@irvineendodontics.com 

Join our mailing list for course announcements and early registration at endotimes.net/contact.