MD925 The Principles of Orthodontic Therapy

Aims & Learning Outcomes

On completion of the module, you should be able to...

2.1 explain the features of normal and ideal occlusion; the classification of malocclusion and understand their relevance to clinical orthodontics

2.2 understand the principles of tooth movement, force application and anchorage

2.3 describe common orthodontic appliance systems and their mechanical principles

2.4 understand the aetiology of malocclusion and the limitations of orthodontic treatment

2.5 explain the potential risks and benefits of orthodontic treatment, including iatrogenic damage

2.6 have the clinical ability to take intraoral and extraoral photographs of patients, including photographs of models and radiographs

2.7 take dental impressions; check occlusal records, including gnathological facebow readings; cast, base and trim orthodontic models all to a standard which renders them diagnostically acceptable

2.8 produce a cephalometric analysis of a skull radiograph by contemporary methods

2.9 be competent at PAR and IOTN scoring and understand their uses in assessing treatment outcome and prioritising treatment

2.10 Describe the scientific principles underpinning the use of biomaterials and discuss their limitations with emphasis on those used in dentistry and be able to select and manipulate appropriate dental biomaterials used by an orthodontic therapist

2.11 select and manipulate appropriate instruments for the task to be carried out; and use equipment and instruments safely; be competent at maintaining instruments