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Unit Code: DNT722

Unit Name: Orthodontics

Description: The emphasis of the course is the importance of developing adequate skills in diagnosis and treatment planning in orthodontics. Basic science is integrated relevant to the practice of orthodontics in the areas of growth and development and the influence of soft and hard tissues and the influence not only on the development of dento-facial morphology. The aetiology of malocclusion both genetic and environmental is explored. Emphasis is placed on the acquisition of diagnostic skills. The importance of patient motivation to seek orthodontic treatment is also emphasized. The development of basic clinical skills and laboratory techniques is developed.this course addresses and develops an understanding of more complex situations and moves from diagnosis to clinical treatments. Students gain awareness of fixed appliance treatment and the ability to differentiate between those treatments suitable for specialist referral and those which can be feasibly performed by the general dental practitioner. The course has very important and intensive clinical and laboratory components whereby students are exposed to techniques in orthodontic appliance construction and thorough review and monitoring protocol of patients undergoing active or retention phase of treatment under their care. Students see for themselves the effects of their treatments and are encouraged to formally report back to the class on treatment outcomes.This is a year long course delivered in year 4 of the BDS programmeme. A teaching block will be conducted by a visiting specialist in orthodontics . With 2 hours of lectures conducted each morning and 2 hours of laboratory practice and clinical practice for each student per day.

Learning Target Outcomes: On successful completion of this course, the students will be able to: 1. Discuss the concepts of growth, development of the dentition and abnormalities in growth and development that are related to the practice of orthodontics. 2. Describe the cellular basis of tooth movement and anchorage. 3. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in conducting an orthodontic assessment and diagnosis. 4. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in treatment planning and management of a patient with malocclusion. 5. Discuss contemporary treatment techniques in removable and simple fixed appliance therapy. 6. Discuss the limitations of orthodontic treatment. 7. Discuss the impact of orthodontic treatment on quality of life and the role of research and evidence based orthodontic treatment.

Prerequisite: DNT730&DNT702

Prerequisite Sentence: N/A

Credit Point: 15

Offered In: Semester 1,2