Orthodontics III1

Ortodontia III

Course 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 and discussion of scientific papers.
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