Orthodontics for Dentists - Exrended Course Programme
Henry Schein Halas is committed to an education process delivering orthodontics to general practitioners.
Vital Orthodontic Considerations Australasia (VOCA™) is an advanced clinical course involving the intensive study of the technical modification of dental and facial development of the orthodontic patient. The course has been specifically designed for the practitioner who seeks a more sophisticated, intellectual and advanced approach to all phases of age appropriate orthodontic and dentofacial orthopedic treatment.
About the Speaker
Dr Eric Lowenhaupt, D.D.S. Eric B.
Dr Lowenhaupt attended Florida State University for undergraduate studies and Emory University in Atlanta for his Dental and Orthodontic training. He completed a general practice residency and practiced general dentistry for six years before returning for his graduate orthodontic training at Emory University. Since 1986 he has been in the private practice of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics in Jupiter, Florida. He cares for a variety of patients including children and adults. Dr. Lowenhaupt lectures both nationally and internationally through his affiliation with (G)nathos and (G)nathos South. He is an Associate Professor in the Department of Community Dentistry at the University of Alabama and a consultant for the V.A. Hospital. Dr. Lowenhaupt has been a diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics since 1993.
About the Seminar
Extended 1 Year Course Programme
In order to be effective in achieving ideal results for the orthodontic patient, the modern practitioner must be knowledgeable and experienced in the details of differential diagnosis, prognosis, treatment planning, treatment options, and biomechanics. In setting treatment goals and biomechanics design, it is essential for the dental specialist to ascertain that which is both possible and practical. Attainment of the ideal is not easy, nor is it simple. Merely aligning teeth is far from a detailed and finished occlusion that is in harmony with the dentofacial form. Of critical importance to the patient is the dental specialist’s ability to recognise his or her strengths, and limitations. Functioning together for the good of the patient, we can look forward to the achievement of fine results for our patient families.
This course is divided into 5 three day (weekend) sessions throughout the year. Participants are exposed to an intensive study of Class I, II, and III discrepancies. This is accomplished through representative surveys of the details of diagnosis, prognosis, treatment planning, treatment options, biomechanics design, and retention rationale for more than 30 patients.
Throughout the course the learning and thought process methodologies challenge participants via a “hands-on” format with substantial class participation. An essential part of the course incorporates the concept of planning “treatment options”. Any clinician who has been treating orthodontic and dentofacial orthopedic patients for more than 12 months has encountered the variability of treatment response displayed by various patients. It is discovered very quickly that just because one wants the treatment to be successful does not mean that treatment will be successful, or that the patient’s progress will be satisfactory.
Therefore, it is essential in the treatment planning stages to ask and answer questions such as; “What if this treatment plan isn’t working? How and when will I know that the treatment method needs to be altered? If I am not achieving an adequate treatment response, what should be my first treatment option for this individual? What are the factors that are responsible for a lack of treatment response? Is a lack of treatment response or an adverse treatment response predictable during the pre-treatment, diagnostic stages? What are the areas of guarded prognosis for the case? How shall I inform the parent of the areas of guarded prognosis? Is this a borderline extraction situation? How and when will I know if non-extraction will be successful? What could go wrong during treatment if I’m not careful? What will be the appropriate retention design for this patient? How do I characterise TMJ and facial pain risk factors prior to the initiation of treatment? What if a TMJ and/or facial pain problem arises during treatment?
Session 1
The course begins with information on basic diagnosis, case selection and treatment planning. Emphasis will be placed on thorough record examination and cephalometric analysis and their role in making informed treatment decisions. The effects of orthodontic treatment on facial esthetics and balance will be discussed as well as the basics of cranial facial growth and development. The nature of the modern ‘straight wire appliance’ and its application to simplified mechanics will be discussed.
Hands-On Exercises - Participants will trace cephalometric x-rays and develop a thorough understanding of their uses. Typodont exercises will include bonding brackets (on to typodonts) with discussion of various bonding systems and initial wire selection and placement techniques.
Session 2
This portion of the course will address specific information on treatment timing issues, when to treat and when not to treat.
Phase I or interceptive treatment modalities and arch development will be discussed. Orthopedic verses orthodontic changes, appliances for lateral and anterior-posterior expansion, and intrusion mechanics will be reviewed and demonstrated.
Hands-On Exercises - Typodont exercises will involve manipulation of utility and segmented arches in the 2 x 4 appliance. Simplified biomechanics principles will be demonstrated to maximise tooth movements including efficient intraoral adjustments. A demonstration of simplified TMJ examination will also be given.
Session 3
This session will address Class II treatment modalities. Topics to be covered in this seminar include Class II correction in mixed and permanent dentition (including various molar distalizing techniques-both fixed and removable). Archwire selection and sequencing, elastic wear and set-up, adjunctive intrusion techniques, with particular attention to second and third order bends (i.e. tipping and torque).
Hands-On Exercises - Typodont exercises will include extra-oral traction placement and adjustment, as well as archwire selection and intraoral adjustments specific for Class II cases.
Session 4
This session will focus on Class III considerations and treatment modalities, exploring both orthopedic and orthodontic movements. Additionally, we will cover basic extraction mechanics and protocols and explore some of the myths and facts regarding extractions in orthodontics.
Hands-On Exercises - Typodont exercises will include the utilisation of various torquing/ de-torquing techniques utilised in Class III cases. Additionally, mechanics specific for extraction cases will be demonstrated.
Session 5
This session will focus on the all important topic of finishing and detailing. Included in this discussion will be sections on the use of elastics and segmented arches for finishing. Cases will be used to demonstrate various aspect of the finishing and detailing process. Additionally, esthetic considerations in finishing will be discussed. Retention and its role in orthodontic treatment will be covered with multiple retention protocols shown.
Hands-On Exercises
Wire bending techniques specific for finishing and detailing will be demonstrated and participants will have the opportunity to practice these techniques.
Programme
Session 1:Estimated to commence October 2009
Date and Venue to be confirmed
Session 2:Date and Venue to be confirmed
Session 3:Date and Venue to be confirmed
Session 4:Date and Venue to be confirmed
Session 5:Date and Venue to be confirmed
Accommodation
Date and Venue to be confirmed
About the Registration
Daily Sessions:
Breakfast: At your leisure 6.00 - 8.00am
Course: 8.30am - 5.00pm
Dinner: 7.00pm – 9.00pm
Sunday presentation concludes 3.00pm
Dinner not included on 3rd day of course Registration includes morning/afternoon tea, lunch and dinner as shown.
Included with registration is essential course material, including 3M Unitek Orthodontic Products. Additional product requirements for hand-on exercises will be confirmed upon receiving your official registration.
Registration
Total Registration Fee
Payment Options:
Option 1: To be confirmed
Option 2: To be confirmed
Contact:Gaby West on 02 9697 6337 or fax to 02 9697 6353