Interceptive Orthodontics Clinic

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Pre-requisite: PEDO 9422, PEDO 9423 Introduction in Interceptive Orthodontic is intended to establish an understanding of the fundamental processes of growth and development of the craneofacial complex to serve as basis for comprehensive evaluation of developing malocclusion. Special attention will be given to mixed dentition analysis techniques, serial extraction, myofunctional therapy, contributory oral habits, tissue changes incidental to tooth movement, dental skeletal ages analysis, growth prediction and eruption guidance. PEDO 9425 - Special Pediatric Dentistry Clinic. Two to five (2-5) credits. This clinical course is designed for the graduate students of Pediatric Dentistry to master competencies in the management of special patients and in all aspects of hospital procedures. The Puerto Rico Medical Center Children’s Dental Clinic and the Pediatric Hospital Dental Clinic will be the main workshop for the treatment of handicapping conditions. PEDO 9426 - Special Pediatric Dentistry Clinic. Two to five (2-5) credits. This course is a continuation of course PEDO 9425.