Orthodontics III

Ortodontia III

Curse code:9548503

Hélder José Nunes da Costa

Learning outcomes of the curricular unit:

• Know how to diagnose orthodontic problem and the ideal time for their treatment.
• Describe the constitutional elements of orthodontics appliances. Recognize the possibilities and limitations of removable appliances relative to fixed orthodontic appliances.
• Describe the three-dimensional control of tooth movement.
• Know the main indications for interceptive orthodontic treatment.
• Understand the etiology and prevalence of frequent dental inclusions.
• Know the possibilities and limitations of combined orthodontic and surgical treatment. Describe the specifics of diagnosis in surgical cases. Understand the objectives of pre surgical orthodontic treatment.
• Identify the main factors involved in the relapse of orthodontic treatment. Know common appliances used during the retention phase.

Syllabus:

1. Orthodontics appliances
2. Functional periods of the masticatory organ
3. Interceptive orthodontic
4. Corrective orthodontic treatment including transverse changes in occlusion, class I Malocclusion, class II/1 Malocclusion, class II/2 Malocclusion, class III Malocclusion, vertical changes of occlusion, and dental inclusions
5. Orthodontic-surgical treatment
6. Retention and Relapse
7. Interdisciplinary orthodontic treatment
8. Orthodontic cephalometry
9. Urgency in orthodontics
10. Presentation

Suggested Bibliography:

• Proffit,W. (2000) “Contemporary Orthodontics”. 3rd ed., Elsevier Mosby, St. Louis. ISBN-1-55664-553-8
• Jacobson,A., Jacobson,RL. (2006) “Radiographic Cephalometry: from basics to 3D imaging”. 2nd ed., Quintessence – Chicago. ISBN-0-86715-461-6
• Slavicek,R. (2006) “The masticatory organ: functions and dysfunctions”. 2nd ed., Gamma Dental Edition – Klosterneuburg. ISBN-3-9501261-1-2