Andreas Louloudiadis

Sealing the Deal: Mastering Root Canal Obturation

Effective obturation is essential for the long-term success of root canal treatment. This lecture emphasizes the biological principles of root canal obturation, ideal properties of obturating materials, and the importance of achieving a three-dimensional seal. Common obturation techniques and materials are briefly reviewed, along with factors influencing success and causes of failure. The session aims to provide practical, evidence-based guidance to improve the quality and predictability of endodontic obturation.

Andreas Louloudiadis
DMD, MSc, PGDip in Endodontics.

Short Bio Overview

I earned my bachelor's degree in Natural Sciences with a major in Biology from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), USA, in 1997.

In 2001, I graduated with a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from UAB.
Following my graduation, I worked as a clinical assistant in the Department of Oral
Diagnosis at UAB for six months.

From 2002 to 2004, I completed a full-time postgraduate training program in Endodontics at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece. After obtaining my Postgraduate Diploma in Endodontics, I was accepted into a PhD program in Endodontics at Aristotle University in 2005, which I pursued until 2011. During this time, I also served as a clinical tutor in the Department of Endodontics, supervising both undergraduate and postgraduate students in their clinical and laboratory training.

In 2011, I relocated to the United Kingdom, where I have been practicing Endodontics at various private clinics.

In 2023, I completed my MSc in Advanced Endodontics from the University of Siena, Italy.

I am a Specialist Member of the American Association of Endodontists, a Certified Member of the European Endodontic Society, and a Member of the British Endodontic Society and the Hellenic Society of Endodontists.

Additionally, I serve as a Key Opinion Leader for Neolix SAS, and DencoDental Companies.

Im a Certified Gold Member of Style Italiano Endodontics.

I participate in many Domestic and International conferences and congress as a Lecturer and Trainer.

As of September 2024, I have joined the MSc Program in Advanced Endodontics at the University of Siena, Italy, as a clinical tutor and lecturer.

Endodontics is my passion but Mountain bike and tennis are my addictions!