Eugene A. Pantera, JR, DDS, MS, is a clinical associate professor emeritus in endodontics, retired director of the Division of Endodontics, and former director of the Advanced Program in Endodontics at the University at Buffalo (UB), the State University of New York. He presents seminars nationally and internationally and lectures to all levels of dental and graduate students on endodontic topics. A Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry, American College of Dentists, and International College of Dentists, Pantera also practiced general dentistry for many years. He can be reached at: epantera@buffalo.edu.