Aims to :

• introduce the concept of bone metabolism, physiology of tooth movement, anchorage and friction
• provide an opportunity for  case assessment, treatment planning and patient selection
• introduce risk management with regard to Orthodontics
• be aware of medico- legal implications and responsibilities of Orthodontic treatment
• show advantages and disadvantages to Orthodontic treatment
• promote a general awareness of modern Orthodontic treatment within general dental practice to both patients and the dental team
• promote an awareness of Orthodontic treatment as an alternative to other Dental disciplines and as part of multi-disciplinary treatment
• encourage critical reading and assessment of research papers and publications
• provide group interactive learning in a structured manner

Objectives:

Following Day 1 dental surgeons should be able to:

• motivate and instruct the dental team with regard to Orthodontic treatment
• promote Orthodontic treatment to their patients and generate potential  cases
• identify and select simple cases suitable for Orthodontic treatment
• be able to present treatment options to patients
• generate a patient consent letter that complies with medico-legal requirements and good practice
• describe in detail and understand the principles of bone metabolism and the physiology of Orthodontic tooth movement and conditions required to achieve and maintain it in a functioning occlusion.
• understand the contra-indications of Orthodontic treatment