160. Orthodontic Concepts. (1 units) Sp. Lecture 1 hours.
G. Nelson
A discussion of recognition, etiology, and principles of orthodontics for the dental hygienist. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
186. Orthodontic Journal Club. (1.5 units) Su, Fa, Wi, Sp. Prerequisites: Enrolled in 3rd- and 4th-year dentistry program or consent of instructor. Seminar 1-2 hours.
R. Meyer
This course will review the current orthodontic literature in a seminar format for 3rd and 4th year dental and dental hygiene students. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
189. Adv Orthodontics in Gen Practice. (1-2 units) Su. Prerequisites: Fourth-year standing. Clinic 3-6 hours.
R. Meyer
Fourth-year dental students will work closely with second-year orthodontic residents in the clinical management of patients requiring comprehensive orthodontic treatment delivered by the orthodontic specialist. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
400. Orthognathic Surgery Conference. (1.5 units) Su, Fa, Wi, Sp. Seminar 1-2 hours.
J. Huang
Orthodontic students and oral surgery residents learn to outline and evaluate alternative treatment possibilities for patients with facial and occlusal deformities that may require combined therapy. Review and presentation of the literature and of the records of previously treated patients is included. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
401. Clinical Orthodontic Research. (1 units) Su, Fa, Wi, Sp, SS1, SS2, SS3. Prerequisites: Enrolled in 1st, 2nd, or 3rd year of postdoctoral orthodontic program or consent of instructor. Seminar 1 hours.
A. Miller
An introduction to the logic and methodology of clinical craniofacial research is presented and discussed with illustrations from the literature and from current research activities within the department. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
402. Treatment Progress Seminar. (1 units) Su, Fa, Wi, Sp. Prerequisites: Enrolled in 1st, 2nd, or 3rd year of postdoctoral orthodontic program or consent of instructor. Seminar 1 hours.
J. Huang
Postgraduate students will present individual cases that are in ongoing treatment for analysis of the diagnosis, treatment planning, and evaluation of growth and developmental changes. The purpose is to develop a critical analytical approach to treatment. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
402.1. Graduate Case Presentation Seminar. (.5 units) § Wi, Sp. Prerequisites: Enrolled in postdoctoral orthodontic residency program or consent of instructor. Restrictions: None. Seminar 2 hours.
G. Nelson, J. Huang
Eight completed cases are analyzed and then presented by 3rd year orthodontic residents to the faculty as well as 1st and 2nd year orthodontic residents. Presentations include clinical outcomes assessment evaluating appropriateness of initial diagnosis, growth prediction and treatment plan. Alternative treatment plans and biomechanical therapy are part of the active discussions among residents and faculty. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
403. Orthodontic Literature Review. (1 units) Su, Fa, Wi, Sp. Seminar 1 hours.
E. Johnson
Students will review pertinent literature related to orthodontics and related fields emphasizing papers important to developing the modern concepts of orthodontic treatment. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
404. Treatment and Diagnosis. (2.5 units) Su, Fa, Wi, Sp. Prerequisites: Enrolled in 2nd or 3rd year of postdoctoral orthodontics or pediatric dentistry program or consent of instructor. Seminar 1-2 hours. Clinic 3 hours.
I. Nielsen
The various approaches to using orthodontic fixed and removable appliances will be taught. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
404.1. Orthodontics: Treatment Planning Seminar. (.5 units) § Wi, Sp. Prerequisites: Enrolled in 1st year of postdoctoral orthodontic residency or consent of instructor. Restrictions: None. Lecture 1 hours.
S. West
In this course, first-year residents present cases they are starting. Different treatment options are proposed by the residents and the pros and cons of each are discussed. The instructor shows a similar case from private practice along with results. Treatment rendered is discussed along with outcome. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
404.2. Orthodontics: Interdisciplinary Treatment. (.5 units) § Su, Fa, Wi, Sp. Prerequisites: Enrollment in postgraduate program in School of Dentisty. Restrictions: None. Lecture 1 hours.
A. Sharma
In this course, residents present patient cases that involve 2 or more dental specialties. All residents participate in discussing cases and developing step-wise interdisciplinary treatment plans. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
405. Orthodontic Products and Materials. (1 units) Su, Fa, Wi, Sp, SS1, SS2, SS3. Prerequisites: Acceptance to postgraduate orthodontics. Restrictions: Orthodontic residents or dental students in the orthodontic rotation. Lecture 1 hours.
E. Johnson
Seminar/discussion to learn about modern orthodontic biomaterials and products. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
406. Journal Club. (1 units) Su, Fa, Wi, Sp. Prerequisites: Enrolled in 1st, 2nd, or 3rd year of postdoctoral orthodontic program or consent of instructor. Seminar 1 hours.
A. Miller
A participation course in the review, analysis, and critical evaluation of the professional literature dealing with orthodontics and related fields. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
408. American Board of Orthodontics Phase II Exam Review Seminar. (.5 units) § Su, Fa, Wi, Sp. Prerequisites: Enrolled in 2nd or 3rd year of postgraduate orthodontic program or consent of instuctor. Restrictions: None. Seminar 1-2 hours.
G. Adams
This course provides a comprehensive review of the literature in preparation for the American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) Part II examination. Students study the literature, participate in class discussions, and take ABO-style examinations at the end of each session. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
411. Clin Ortho for Ped Dentists. (2 units) Su, Fa, Wi, Sp. Prerequisites: Enrolled in postdoctoral pediatric dentistry program or consent of instructor. Seminar 1 hours. Clinic 3 hours.
J. Chen
Seminar focuses on evaluation and treatment of clinical orthodontic problems as experienced in pediatric dental practice. Postdoctoral students will diagnose and treat orthodontic problems. Emphasis is on the relationship between the pediatric dentist and the specialist in orthodontics. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
412. Biology of Tooth Development. (1.5 units) Fa, Wi, Sp, SS1, SS2, SS3. Prerequisites: Enrolled in 1st year of postdoctoral orthodontic or pediatric dentistry program or consent of instructor. Seminar 1-2 hours.
J. Huang
The course will review in detail the principles associated with factors that modify bone and effect craniofacial growth at the cellular level. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
413.10. Biomechanics in Orthodontics. (0-3 units) Fa, Wi, Sp. Prerequisites: Enrolled in 1st year of postdoctoral orthodontic program or consent of instructor. Seminar 3 hours.
G. Nelson
This course covers the biomechanical properties of edgewise appliances and wires. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
413.20. Orthodontic Biomaterials. (1.5 units) Su, Fa. Prerequisites: Enrolled in 1st year of postdoctoral orthodontic program or consent of instructor. Seminar 1-2 hours.
S. Kapila
The course will provide a background in mechanical properties of orthodontic materials and the clinical use and interpretation of their material properties. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
414.10. Orthodontic Appliances. (2.5 units) Su, Fa. Prerequisites: Enrolled in 1st year of postdoctoral orthodontic or pediatric dentistry program or consent of instructor.
G. Nelson
Course is designed to familiarize the postdoctoral student with orthodontic appliances and their fabrication and adjustment. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
414.20. Facial Growth & Development. (1.5 units) Wi, Sp. Prerequisites: Enrolled in 1st year of postdoctoral orthodontic or pediatric dentistry program or consent of instructor. Seminar 1-2 hours. Conference 1 hours.
I. Nielsen
The course will provide information on how facial morphology changes and develops, using full head radiographs both with and without treatment. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
415. Intro Clinical Orthodontics. (8.5 units) Fa, SS1, SS2, SS3. Prerequisites: Enrolled in 1st year of postdoctoral orthodontic or pediatric dentistry program or consent of instructor. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 9 hours. Seminar 2 hours. Clinic 3 hours.
F. Fullmer
This course prepares the postdoctoral orthodontic student for clinical orthodontic treatment of patients. Introductory lectures, seminars, clinical demonstrations, and a typodont experience will provide the information necessary for students to treat their patients. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
416. Orthodontic Diagnosis. (2 units) Fa, Wi, Sp, SS1, SS2, SS3. Prerequisites: Enrollment in 1st year of postgraduate orthodontic program. Seminar 1 hours. Clinic 3 hours.
T. Bui
Classification, etiology, and diagnosis of malocclusion. The various diagnostic modalities used in patient evaluation and treatment planning will be presented. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
417.10. Cephalometric Literature Review. (1 units) Su, Fa, Wi. Prerequisites: Enrolled in 1st year of postdoctoral orthodontic or pediatric dentistry program or consent of instructor. Seminar 3 hours.
J. Huang
The course will discuss several methods of applying cephalometric analysis for assessing growth of the cranioskeleton. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
417.20. Orthodontic Removable Appliances. (1 units) Su, Fa, Wi, SS1, SS2. Prerequisites: Enrollment in postgraduate professional program in School of Dentistry. Lecture 1 hours.
S. West
The theory of removable orthodontic appliances, primarily of the Hawley type, will be taught and demonstrated. The design of various appliances and the fabrication of a typical retainer will be demonstrated. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
417.30. Digital Cephalometrics. (1 units) SS1, SS2, SS3. Prerequisites: Enrolled in 1st year postdoctoral orthodontic program or consent of instructor. Restrictions: None. Seminar 3 hours.
J. Dumars
This course introduces residents to the use of computerized digital cephalometric programs in the diagnosis and treatment planning of patients. Special emphasis is placed on treatment predictions to help determine treatment plan choice. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
418.1. Review of Classic Texts in Orthodontics. (.5 units) § Su, Fa, Wi, Sp. Prerequisites: Enrolled in 1st year orthodontic residency program or consent of the instructor. Restrictions: None. Seminar 1-2 hours.
S. Oberoi
Review of Proffit Text provides the basis of knowledge for 1st year orthodontic residents. Residents work in a group discussion format facilitated by the orthodontic faculty. Topics to be covered include growth & development, orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning, treatment techniques, and history of orthodontics. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
418.2. Review of Classis Texts in Orthodontics. (.5 units) § Su, Fa, Wi, Sp, SS1, SS2, SS3. Prerequisites: Enrolled in 1st year orthodontic residency program or consent of instructor. Restrictions: None.
G. Adams, M. Feinberg
Residents will study the classic literatue in Orthodontics augment the basic concepts learned in introductory orthodontic courses. Residents will present information in small group discussion format with a clinical faculty facilitator. Emphasis will be placed on significance of research and application to clinical practice. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
419. Clinical Orthodontics I. (8 units) Fa, Wi, Sp, SS1, SS2, SS3. Prerequisites: Enrolled in 1st year of postdoctoral orthodontic program. Seminar 4 hours. Clinic 12 hours.
G. Nelson
Diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of clinical postdoctoral orthodontic problems as experienced in modern orthodontic practice. Students will treat patients with a broad spectrum of orthodontic problems. Students will work with other specialists in the management of orthodontic problems. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
420. Orthodontics: Developing Dentition. (1 units) § Wi, Sp. Prerequisites: Enrolled in 2nd year postdoctoral orthodontic or pediatric dentistry program or consent of the instructor. Restrictions: None. Lecture 1 hours.
G. Nelson
This course presents the growth and development characteristics and processes of the dentition from primary to permanent dentition. Normal and anomalous conditions, treatment options, and current literature are reviewed. For each seminar, the faculty present material and readings for the assigned topic, followed by a discussion session led by the faculty. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
421. Clinical Orthodontic Biomechanics and Biomaterials. (1 units) § Su, Fa, Wi, Sp. Prerequisites: Enrolled in irthidintic residency program or consent of instructor. Restrictions: None. Lecture 1 hours.
E. Johnson
This course describes the basic physical properties of orthodontic wires. The process of selecting these wires is described using their unique characteristics as decision points. Using the concept of slot play and the characteristics of static beam theory, the process of selecting specific custom torque prescriptions for each tooth is described and utilized in the Seminar. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
422. Invisalign Treatment Protocols. (1 units) Sp. Prerequisites: Enrollment in the orthodontic residency program. Restrictions: 2nd year residents with DDS or DMD degrees. Seminar 1 hours. Independent Study 2 hours.
V. Lynskey
Protocols for Invisalign treatment, including impression techniques, treatment preferences, best practices, diagnosis and treatment planning, and CliniCheck analysis. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
427. Clinical Case Presentation. (.5 units) § Wi, Sp. Prerequisites: Enrolled in 2nd year of orthodontic residnecy program or consent of instructor. Restrictions: None. Lecture 1 hours.
J. Gryson
This course prepares residents to present cases from initial to final records. Each resident will be required to objectively and impersonally diagnose, treatment plan, and analyze a case from beginning to end. Residents will also be introduced to the American Association of Orthodontics (AAO). ( department: OROFAC SCI )
428.1. Functional Occlusion in Orthodontics. (1 units) § Wi, Sp. Prerequisites: Enrolled in postdoctural orthodontic program or consent of instructor. Restrictions: None. Lecture 1 hours.
P. Kasrovi
This course provides basic and advanced information on orthodontic functional occlusion. It prepares the student to evaluate temporomandibular joints and diagnose temporomandibular disorders, fabricate treatment splints, and provide occlusal adjustments for patients as needed during treatment. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
429. Clinical Orthodontics II. (8 units) Fa, Wi, Sp, SS1, SS2, SS3. Prerequisites: Enrolled in the 2nd year of postdoctoral orthodontic program. Seminar 4 hours. Clinic 12 hours.
G. Nelson
Students will gain familiarity with the diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of more advanced clinical postdoctoral orthodontic problems experienced in orthodontic practice. Students will treat patients with a broad spectrum of orthodontic problems. Students will work with other specialists in the management of complex orthodontic problems. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
430. Orthodontic Practice Transistions. (1 units) § Su, Fa, Wi, Sp. Prerequisites: Enrolled in third year of postdoctoral orthodontic dentistry program or consent of instructor. Restrictions: None. Seminar 3 hours.
G. Nelson
This course brings guest speakers to the residents to acquaint them with the business of orthodontics. The resident will learn the key protocols to transfer from the residency practice into private practice, as an owner or associate. Topics include management of human resources, insurance coverage, budgeting, scheduling, and facilities management. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
436. Orthodontic Practice Management. (2 units) Su, Fa, Wi, Sp. Prerequisites: Enrolled in 3rd year of postdoctoral orthodontic or pediatric dentistry program or consent of instructor. Seminar 1 hours. Office Visit 1 hours.
R. Meyer
A survey course intended to prepare the student to deal with the realities of managing an orthodontic practice. Thirty-six topics are discussed by the students and faculty. Several guest lecturers represent different areas. Office visits to established orthodontic practices biweekly. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
439. Clinical Orthodontics III. (8 units) Fa, Wi, Sp, SS1, SS2, SS3. Prerequisites: Enrolled in 3rd year of postdoctoral orthodontic program. Seminar 4 hours. Clinic 12 hours.
G. Nelson
Diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of advanced clinical postdoctoral orthodontic problems experienced in orthodontic practice. Students will work with other specialists in the management of complex orthodontic problems and the instruction of first-year orthodontic students. ( department: OROFAC SCI )
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