Removable Orthodontic Appliances
Gain core knowledge of removable appliances, headgear and functional appliances to allow their correct use, adjustment and treatment monitoring
Syllabus
This module consists of three sections:
Removable appliances
- Role of removable appliances in orthodontic treatment. advantages and disadvantages, components of an appliance, construction of an appliance
- Different types and uses of appliances
- Fitting and adjustment of appliances
Extra Oral Traction
- EOT principles of use and directional forces, components of Extra Oral Traction
- Identify types and describe the fitting of safety headgear
Functional appliances
- History types uses
Other options
- Diploma route: Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy
- You may also be interested in our MSc Orthodontics
Key Facts
Contact:
Cheryl Grantham/Gaynor Mercer
Leader:
Assessment:
30 minute written paper
1 hour practical assessment
Logbook
Core/Optional: Core
CATS: 12
Code: MD926