Stephen Cohen

One of the most authoritative specialists in endodontics, whose work has set world standards for root canal treatment. After earning his DDS degree from Indiana University in 1965 and completing his postgraduate program in endodontics at the University of Pennsylvania in 1969, he built an outstanding academic and clinical career. At the University of the Pacific (Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry), Cohen chaired the Department of Endodontics and currently continues to work as an Associate Professor of Clinical Endodontics. His private practice at 450 Sutter Medical Center in San Francisco has specialized in endodontic treatment using modern technology since 1969.

Cohen also led a postgraduate program in endodontics at the Riyadh School of Dentistry in Saudi Arabia, which strengthened his international influence. He has advised the U.S. House Subcommittee on Intergovernmental Affairs and Letterman Hospital, and has served as a forensic expert in cases involving standards of endodontic care.

His main contribution to the education of dentists is the cult textbook Pathways of the Pulp, all 10 editions of which he edited (since 2010 the book has been published as Cohen's Pathways of the Pulp). This work remains a key tool for endodontists around the world. Cohen is also co-editor of A Clinical Guide to Dental Traumatology (2006), a book on the treatment of dental trauma. Recent publications include the article "Early Detection and Management of Vertical Root Fractures" (Journal of Endodontics, 2021), as well as a series of papers on procedural complications in endodontics published in the Swiss Dental Journal (2005-2006). His publications have been cited more than 5000 times, confirming the significance of his research.

As a dental congress lecturer, Dr. Cohen conducts talks around the world, including Otexe.com events. His webinars on the diagnosis and management of endodontic complications attract specialists from more than 140 countries. His participation in IDEA educational programs and seminars Otexe.com noted by his colleagues as a unique combination of scientific rigor and practical usefulness.

Key achievements and awards
— Editor of all 10 editions of Pathways of the Pulp
— Co-editor of A Clinical Guide to Dental Traumatology (2006)
– Diplomate and former Director of the American Association of Endodontists (AAE)
– Member of the American and International Colleges of Dentists
— Consultant to medical and government organizations

Main publications
- Cohen's Pathways of the Pulp (Elsevier, 2010, 10th ed.)
— A Clinical Guide to Dental Traumatology (Mosby, 2006)
— «Early Detection and Management of Vertical Root Fractures» (Journal of Endodontics, 2021)
— Articles on procedural complications in endodontics (Swiss Dental Journal, 2005–2006)

Accomplishments
— More than 50 scientific publications
— More than 5000 citations in scientific literature
– Participation in the formation of international endodontic protocols
– Contribution to the development of clinical endodontics and microendodontics

Skills taught
– Modern endodontic diagnostics of pulpar and periapical pathologies
– Root canal treatment protocols using microscopes
– Complication management: elimination of perforations, removal of broken instruments
– Treatment of dental injuries: protocols for vertical cracks and resorption
– Microendodontics and minimally invasive techniques

The significance for Otexe.com specialists is that training with Dr. Stephen Cohen provides access to systematic and proven endodontic treatment protocols. His courses allow dentists to master techniques that provide predictable results even in the most complex cases, making his training an indispensable resource for medical practitioners.