Regenerative Endodontics

In this presentation, Dr. Vi Ho explores the shift toward integrative dentistry and the growing responsibility clinicians have to consider the broader health of their patients. As research increasingly highlights the connection between oral and systemic health, dental care can no longer focus solely on treating individual teeth.

Dr. Ho shows how modern endodontic care is moving from a reactive approach—addressing infection or pathology—to a proactive model that supports the patient’s overall biological environment. By integrating advanced technologies such as lasers and platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) with assessments of systemic indicators like inflammatory blood markers and nutritional status, clinicians can enhance procedural success while promoting long-term health outcomes.

This session emphasizes the importance of combining precise clinical techniques with holistic support to reduce complications, speed recovery, and minimize inflammation. Attendees will leave with practical strategies to deliver care that aligns dental treatment with overall wellbeing, encouraging a patient-centered, whole-body approach to dentistry.

Key Actionable Takeaways:

• Incorporate Biological Support: Use tools like PRF, lasers, and other regenerative technologies to enhance healing, reduce inflammation, and support the body’s natural recovery after procedures.

• Assess Systemic Health: Evaluate patients’ inflammatory markers, nutritional status, and overall health to inform treatment planning and anticipate potential complications.

• Integrate Whole-Body Thinking: Shift from reactive to proactive care by considering how each procedure impacts systemic health, leading to more predictable outcomes and long-term patient wellbeing.