Orthodontist Course

Lesson 1 • Periodontal and Pulpal Considerations

Reviews alveolar bone biology and pulpal responses relevant to tooth movement. Ensures safe treatment decisions grounded in tissue physiology.

Lesson 2 • Occlusion Principles and Classification

Defines normal occlusion, Angle classification, and functional occlusal relationships. Establishes the diagnostic language used throughout the course.

Lesson 3 • Craniofacial Anatomy and Growth

Covers skeletal and soft-tissue landmarks essential for orthodontic assessment. Connects anatomical knowledge to treatment planning fundamentals.

Lesson 1 • Problem List and Diagnosis Formulation

Synthesises all records into a structured problem list and differential diagnosis. Prepares students to communicate findings clearly to patients and colleagues.

Lesson 2 • Orthodontic Radiographic Analysis

Covers panoramic, periapical, and CBCT imaging interpretation for orthodontic use. Connects radiographic findings to skeletal and dental diagnosis.

Lesson 3 • Cephalometric Tracing and Analysis

Instructs manual and digital cephalometric tracing with standard analyses. Provides the skeletal measurement framework for treatment planning.

Lesson 4 • Clinical Examination Techniques

Teaches extraoral and intraoral examination protocols for orthodontic patients. Builds the observational skills that anchor all subsequent diagnostic steps.

Lesson 1 • Anchorage Principles and Management

Covers Newton's third law applied to orthodontic anchorage and conservation strategies. Prepares students to plan anchorage before initiating tooth movement.

Lesson 2 • Optimal Force Levels and Tissue Response

Examines optimal force ranges for different tooth types and movement directions. Connects force magnitude to bone remodelling and root resorption risk.

Lesson 3 • Wire Properties and Selection

Compares stainless steel, NiTi, TMA, and beta-titanium wire properties. Guides appropriate wire selection for each stage of treatment.

Lesson 1 • Finishing and Detailing Procedures

Addresses occlusal settling, bracket repositioning, and final wire bends. Ensures treatment outcomes meet functional and aesthetic standards before debonding.

Lesson 2 • Bracket Systems and Prescription Selection

Compares pre-adjusted edgewise, self-ligating, and lingual bracket systems. Connects prescription choice to patient malocclusion and treatment goals.

Lesson 3 • Space Closure Mechanics

Covers sliding mechanics, loop mechanics, and en-masse retraction strategies. Connects space closure technique to anchorage plan and extraction pattern.

Lesson 4 • Bonding and Banding Procedures

Teaches direct bonding, indirect bonding, and molar banding protocols. Ensures durable attachment and minimises enamel damage during placement and removal.

Lesson 1 • Removable Appliance Design Principles

Covers retention, anchorage, and active components of removable plate appliances. Connects design choices to specific tooth movement objectives.

Lesson 2 • Palatal Expansion Appliances

Covers rapid and slow palatal expansion devices, activation protocols, and retention. Connects expansion mechanics to transverse skeletal and dental correction.

Lesson 3 • Functional Appliance Mechanisms

Examines how functional appliances redirect condylar growth and alter muscle function. Establishes the biological rationale for growth modification treatment.

Lesson 1 • Interproximal Reduction Techniques

Covers manual and rotary IPR methods, measurement, and enamel safety limits. Ensures students perform IPR accurately to create planned space.

Lesson 2 • Aligner Biomechanics and Limitations

Analyses force delivery, tracking efficiency, and movement types suited to aligners. Identifies cases where aligner therapy is limited or contraindicated.

Lesson 3 • Digital Treatment Planning for Aligners

Teaches setup design, staging logic, and attachment placement in aligner software. Connects digital planning decisions to predictable clinical tooth movement.

Lesson 1 • Treatment Plan Presentation and Records

Structures the formal presentation of treatment plans using visual aids and records. Ensures students can present plans persuasively and document them completely.

Lesson 2 • Interdisciplinary Treatment Coordination

Covers collaboration with periodontists, oral surgeons, and restorative dentists. Prepares students to lead interdisciplinary teams toward unified treatment goals.

Lesson 3 • Extraction vs. Non-Extraction Decision

Evaluates crowding severity, profile, and growth potential to guide extraction decisions. Connects the decision framework to long-term aesthetic and stability outcomes.

Lesson 4 • Treatment Sequencing and Phasing

Organises treatment into logical phases from early intervention to comprehensive care. Ensures efficient sequencing that minimises total treatment time.

Lesson 1 • Managing Relapse and Re-Treatment

Addresses early relapse detection, limited re-treatment options, and patient counselling. Prepares students to respond effectively when post-treatment changes occur.

Lesson 2 • Removable Retainer Types and Protocols

Compares Hawley, Essix, and thermoplastic retainer designs and wear schedules. Connects retainer choice to case type, compliance, and aesthetic preference.

Lesson 3 • Fixed Retainer Design and Placement

Covers bonded lingual retainer wire selection, bonding technique, and maintenance. Ensures durable retention with minimal patient compliance requirements.