Contemporary Orthodontics I

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This course will provide an up-to-date overview of orthodontics with discussions detailing information on diagnosis, treatment planning concepts, related problems or controversies, and current treatment procedures; including comprehensive looks at 3-D imaging, temporary skeletal anchorage devices, and accelerated orthodontic tooth movement. The following topics will be covered in this course: the development of orthodontic problems, the problem-oriented orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning, the biologic basis of orthodontic therapy, mechanical principles in orthodontics, and contemporary orthodontic appliances. Offered to CADE Graduate Orthodontic Residents only.