Dr. Angelo Sargenti, of Locarno, Switzerland, whose tireless dedication to saving teeth led to the development of the N2 root canal filling material. Dr. Sargenti received his D.M.D. from the University of Zurich and first presented his clinical studies on N2 in 1948. Because of its great success, his treatment mode spread quickly throughout Europe and he brought his techniques to the United States at the American Dental Association meeting in Dallas in 1958. He is the author of ten books and innumerable papers and articles on endodontics. His life long work has led to the painless saving of countless millions of teeth.
In Memoriam
Dr. Angelo Sargenti passed away on March 12, 1999 at his home in Locarno, Switzerland.
Following is a tribute to him from Dr. Patrick Wahl, endodontist, Delaware.
The science and art of endodontics lost a giant when Dr. Angelo Sargenti passed away. His advocacy of simplified, single visit, mechanized therapy helped pull the field out of a dark age of irrationality and confusion. His influence will be felt forever because of the love for the field he instilled in countless thousands all around the world.
