Poster Topic Suggestions for IACDE 2026

Theme: "Explore & EXCEL - Excellence in Clinical Endodontics and Long-Term Restorative Care"

Endodontics (High-Impact Topics)

1. Guided Endodontics (Static/Dynamic) - Computer-aided access cavity preparation using CBCT and 3D-printed guides; accuracy and outcomes in anterior teeth
2. Regenerative Endodontic Procedures (REP) - Platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) vs. blood clot scaffold in immature permanent teeth - clinical outcome comparison
3. Bioceramic Sealers vs. Epoxy Resin Sealers - A comparative SEM/push-out bond strength study
4. Apical Microsurgery Outcomes - Long-term success rates with MTA vs. Biodentine as root-end filling materials
5. Single-Visit vs. Multi-Visit Endodontics in Periapical Lesions - A systematic review / randomized clinical trial
6. NiTi Rotary File Systems - Cyclic fatigue resistance comparison of 2nd vs. 3rd generation systems (e.g., ProTaper Gold vs. WaveOne Gold vs. Reciproc Blue)
7. Sodium Hypochlorite Accidents - Incidence, management, and prevention protocol

Restorative / Conservative Dentistry

1. Minimally Invasive Dentistry (MID) - ICON resin infiltration for non-cavitated proximal caries - 2-year follow-up
2. Bulk-Fill Composites - Microleakage and marginal adaptation vs. conventional composites in deep Class II cavities
3. Ceramic Inlays/Onlays - Long-term clinical performance in posterior teeth - survival analysis
4. AI-Assisted Caries Detection - Deep learning models vs. clinical/radiographic diagnosis accuracy
5. Adhesive Dentistry in Cracked Teeth - Biomechanical analysis using FEA (Finite Element Analysis)
6. Biodentine as a Dentin Substitute - Pulp capping and cervical resorption management outcomes

Emerging & Trending Topics

1. CBCT in Endodontic Diagnosis - Influence on treatment planning decisions - an observational study
2. Laser-Assisted Root Canal Disinfection - Er:YAG vs. diode laser; antimicrobial efficacy comparison
3. Vital Pulp Therapy in Mature Permanent Teeth - Partial pulpotomy with MTA/Biodentine - evidence update
4. Teledentistry in Restorative Care - Remote triage and follow-up outcomes post-COVID
5. Microplastics in Dental Materials - A scoping review of exposure risks in resin-based composites

Tips for Picking Your Topic

• If you have clinical case data - go for a comparative clinical study (topics 3, 5, 9, or 13)
• If you have lab/in-vitro data - file systems, sealers, or composite studies (topics 6, 10, 12)
• If you have limited data - a systematic review or narrative review is perfectly acceptable (topics 7, 17, 18)
• If you want to stand out - AI in dentistry (topic 11) or guided endodontics (topic 1) are very current and attract attention

🆕 Fresh & Novel Poster Topics for IACDE 2026

🤖 AI & Digital Technology

1. AI-powered pulp vitality assessment using thermal imaging - A non-invasive alternative to EPT; very few Indian studies exist
2. Large Language Models (ChatGPT/Gemini) in endodontic diagnosis - Accuracy vs. specialist decision-making; completely new territory
3. Virtual Reality simulation for endodontic training - An RCT published in Oct 2025 showed VR significantly improves skill acquisition (PMID: 41039447); replication in Indian dental colleges is novel

🧬 Biomaterials (Very Recent)

1. Bioglass-based root canal sealers - Bioglass in dentistry is a hot 2025 topic (PMID: 40754062); application as a bioactive sealer has barely been explored
2. 3D bioprinted scaffolds for regenerative endodontics - Using biofabricated scaffolds (collagen, fibrin, PCL) instead of blood clot; frontier topic from Dec 2025 review (PMID: 41380175)
3. Nano-hydroxyapatite in direct pulp capping - Comparison with MTA and Biodentine; nano-HA is widely studied in bone but very little data in pulp biology

🦷 Clinical Endodontics (Novel Angle)

1. Cracked tooth syndrome - novel diagnosis with optical coherence tomography (OCT) - Beyond transillumination and dye tests; 2026 review just published (PMID: 42043600)
2. Photobiomodulation (Low-Level Laser) for post-endodontic pain - Adjunct therapy reducing analgesic dependency; limited Indian clinical data
3. Sodium hypochlorite extrusion - real incidence in clinical practice - A survey/observational study; underreported and highly relatable for the audience
4. Microbiome of the root canal in diabetes patients - Dysbiotic endodontic flora in Type 2 diabetics; systemic-oral link, very topical in 2025-26

🌱 Restorative / Conservative (Fresh Angles)

1. Sustainable/eco-friendly dental materials - Green dentistry using the 4R framework (Reduce, Reuse, Rethink, Recycle); a 2025 narrative review opened this up (PMID: 41002665); no Indian poster has tackled this yet
2. Streptococcus mutans biofilm disruption using phage therapy - Bacteriophage as an anti-caries agent; entirely new approach beyond fluoride/CHX (PMID: 41243866)
3. Chairside digital shade matching with AI spectrophotometry - Replacing visual shade tabs; clinical accuracy study
4. Self-healing composites - Microcapsule-based resin that repairs microcracks autonomously; literature review/awareness poster

💡 My Top 3 Picks for Maximum Impact