Diagnosis, treatment planning, risk management and case presentation
- 19th-21st of March 2020
- Melbourne
- 3-day program, including hands on component
- 60 CPD Hours
- Guest Presenter: Kathy Metaxis
Module Information
Orthodontic goals of treatment including Andrews six keys of occlusion
Classification and aetiolgy of maloclussion
Conventional orthodontic diagnosis
Orthodontic clinical examination and patient concerns
Developing a problem list and goals of treatment and formulation of a treatment plan
Orthodontic record collection -intraoral and extra oral photographs, radiographs, cephalometric analysis, impression
Digital treatment planning
3D orthodontic diagnosis and VTO (Visual Treatment Objective)
Extraction vs Non-Extraction, how to make the decision
Case presentation techniques—the keys to successful conversion
Retention as it applies to diagnosis
Case portal and 3 d viewer
The successful integration of orthodontics into a general practice.
Kathy Metaxis – Patient conversion
Hands on component will include:
Loading cases onto the portal
Cephalometric analysis
Space analysis
Photography and PVS impressions
Module 2 - Part 1
Conventional and Unconventional straight wire mechanics
- 26th-27th of June 2020
- Melbourne
- 2-day program
- 35 CPD Hours
Module Information
Theories of tooth movement
A history of Orthodontics
Orthodontic biomechanics - Forces, Moments and Couples-rotation, tipping, extrusion / intrusion and translation of teeth.
Advanced risk analysis -Based on the understanding of biomechanics
Orthodontic brackets, wires and auxiliaries –the different types, when and how to use them.
Orthodontic bracket prescriptions and their indications
Bracket placement the importance of and correct positioning of brackets
Direct bonding of brackets
Digital placement of brackets and indirect bonding
Module 2 - Part 2
Conventional and Unconventional straight wire mechanics
- 23rd-24th July 2020
- Brisbane
- 2-day program, including hands on component
- 35 CPD Hours
Module Information
Understanding friction and how it relates to various orthodontic stages of treatment and how to minimise it when required
Outline of general orthodontic mechanics for Class 1 ,Class 2 non extraction and extraction cases
Staging and sequencing orthodontic treatment
The Do s and Dont's of the straight wire appliance system
The keys to orthodontic finishing
Case portal and 3D viewer
The new patient examination
Perfect record taking
Orthodontic retention
Integration and marketing of orthodontics into a general practice
Hands on component will include:
Loading cases onto secure portal
Direct bonding of brackets
Indirect bonding of brackets
Archwire placement
Placement of auxiliaries - Open coil spring, powerchain, powertube, ligatures
Performing an intraoral scan
Module 3
Early treatment, including facial growth and dental development
- 10th -12th of September 2020
- Sydney
- 2.5-day program, including hands on component
- 60 CPD Hours
Module Information
Facial growth, dental development and dental arch changes
Goals of early treatment
Space analysis in the mixed dentition
When and when not to undertake early treatment
Management of crowding/spacing in the mixed dentition
Management of the class 2 malocclusion in the mixed dentition including functional appliances
Management of the class 3 malocclusion in the mixed dentition including functional appliances
Management of transverse and vertical problems in the mixed dentition
Management of impactions in the mixed dentition
Management of developmental problems
Management of habits
Hands on component will include:
Mixed dentition space analysis
Fabrication of mulligan arches
Placement of headgear
Module 4
Aligner therapy
- 19th-20th of November 2020
- Sydney
- 2-day program
- 30 CPD Hours
Primary Presenters: Dr Martin Poon and Dr Geoff Hall
Module Information
History of aligner Therapy
Evaluation of different aligner systems
What can realistically be achieved with aligner movements, and which cases should utilise fixed braces rather than aligners
Difference in biomechanics for aligners and braces
Problems with aligners and how to resolve them – tips, tricks and techniques
Orthodontic setups for class 2 and class 3 issues
Orthodontic setups for deep bites and open bites
Management of extraction cases with aligners
How to integrate aligner treatment into your practice efficiently and profitably
Module 5
Aesthetic and Accelerated Orthodontics, TMJ, and Sleep Apnoea
-13th-15th of February 2020
- Melbourne
- 2.5-day program, including hands on component
- 40 CPD Hours
- Guest Presenter: Associate Professor Michael Stubbs (TMJ and Sleep Apnoea)
Module Information
Short term orthodontics- the goals of STO, the eligible patients, the keys to success and how to implement and market in your practice.
Accelerated orthodontic techniques –the biology behind them, the different options available and a cost benefit analysis of the various systems on the market.
Smilefast hybrid system
Lingual Orthodontics
Trouble shooting
Cosmetic finishing
1 full day from Michael Stubbs on:
TMJ therapy
Sleep apnoea
Hands on component will include:
Rotation Ties
Slingshots
Module 6
Advanced Bio-mechanics, Management of CL I and CL II Malocclusions (Non EXO & EXO)
- 28th-30th of May 2020
- Sydney
- 2.5-day program, including hands on component
- 50 CPD Hours
Module Information
Advanced biomechanics to understand force systems from different bracket wire geometries and risk assessment appropriate to treatment planning.
Anchorage and how it applies to orthodontic tooth movement
Diagnosing if extractions are required —which teeth and why
Detailed understanding of VTO and how it impacts on planning treatment
Management of Class I malocclusions non extraction and extraction
Management of Class II malocclusions non extraction and extraction
Bracket position modification and torque modifications including different auxiliaries and wires to enhance orthodontic results to an exceptional level
Orthodontic finishing —advanced
Digital Finishing wires
Hands on component will include:
Wire bending for finishing – Step bends, toe in bends, individual torquing bends
Tipback springs and cantilevered arms
Placement of different torquing auxiliaries
Different archwires and their placement
Module 7
Management of severe skeletal and dental discrepancies.
- 27th-29th of August 2020
- Melbourne
- 2.5-day program, including hands on component
- 30 CPD Hours
- Guest Presenter: Mr Terence Alexander - Oral Surgeon
Module Information
Management of severe skeletal and dental discrepancies – Sagittally, vertically, and/or transversally
Diagnosis of Class III malocclusions and how to treat the various types of Class III maloclussions.
Correcting transverse discrepancies
Management of vertical dysplasia - The deep overbite and open bite, both dentally and skeletally
Orthognathic surgery and pre-surgical orthodontics and post-surgical detailing.
Discussion of all relevant surgical procedures utilised with orthodontic patients
Hands on component will include:
Activation and placement of a Transpalatal Bar(TPB)
Module 8
IDT and management of difficult orthodontic problems
- 22nd-24th of October 2020
- Brisbane
- 2.5-day program
- 40 CPD Hours
- Guest Presenter: Dr Andrew Dillon (Prosthodontist)