34368 - Orthodontics

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course the student has a preparation which allows  to know the basics of orthodontics. In particular, the student is able to: know the etiology and epidemiology of malocclusions; recognize the indications for orthodontic treatment; know the basics of cephalometrics and perform tracing; carry out a differential diagnosis in the field of malocclusions; organize an orthodontic work environment; recognize and use appropriately the main instruments used in orthodontics; recognize and use appropriately the main materials for orthodontics; place brackets on typodont; make simple folds on the wires.

Course contents

Craniofacial Growth

Dentition development

Stages of dentition (deciduous, mixed and permanent)

Classification of malocclusions

Orthodontic visit

• medical history
• objective examination
• habits
• basic instrumental exams (imprints, x-rays and photos)
  

Evaluation of the growth phase (carpus and cervical vertebrae)

Tooth movement biology

Biomechanics of orthodontic movement

Readings/Bibliography

Graber, Vanarsdall, Vig. Orthodontics. Current principles and techniques. Elsevier.

Proffit, Fields, Sarver. Contemporary orthodontics. Mosby.

Caprioglio, Levrini, Lanteri. Ortodonzia intercettiva. Edizioni Martina.

Cozzani. Giardino dell'ortodonzia. Edizioni Martina.

Alessandri Bonetti, Marini, Capurso. Il disgiuntore rapido del palato. Edizioni Martina.

Caprioglio. Collana di ortodonzia. Edizioni Martina.

Teaching methods

Frontal lessons

Assessment methods

Test in itinere

Written and oral exam

Teaching tools

Frontal lessons supported by computer projections.

Office hours

See the website of Giulio Alessandri Bonetti