Aim and Content

Orthodontics includes the study of growth of the head, face and jaws, the function and development of the dentition, and examination and diagnosis of growth, occlusion and eruption anomalies and how to prevent and treat such conditions.

Learning Outcomes

KnowledgeCandidates will be able to explain

• Normal and abnormal craniofacial growth, occlusion development and eruption
• Deviations in growth, occlusion and tooth eruption in individuals of different ages
• Need (or no need) and timing for orthodontic treatment
• National health benefits in connection with orthodontic treatment
• Biological reactions in connection with tooth movement, about the risks and side-effects of orthodontic treatment
• Principles for the effects of orthodontic appliances, the stability after orthodontic treatment and maintenance of retention appliances

SkillsThe candidate will be able to

• Diagnose the eruption and occlusal anomalies at various ages
• Inform patients about the orthodontic treatment need (or no need), when the treatment should be initiated, what it involves and its risk factors
• Refer patients with treatment need to a dentist or a specialist in orthodontics and communicate and collaborate with them especially regarding prophylactic measures during treatment
• Inform patients about reimbursement of costs associated with orthodontic treatment
• Motivate patients to break habits (bad habits) that have a negative effect on the occlusion and thereby prevent the development of malocclusion
• Plan and carry out prophylactic measures for patients undergoing treatment with othodontic appliances

General competenceThe candidate will be able to

• Identify normal deviations in tooth eruption and occlusion
• Inform the patient about treatment needs (or no need), of anomalies and National Health reimbursement system in connection with orthodontic treatment
• Evaluate the timing and give the reasons for referral of patients to orthodontists
• Inform of the adverse effects associated with orthodontic treatment
• Collaborate with orthodontists regarding prophylactic measures for patients undergoing treatment with orthodontic appliances

Course offered (semester)

3th semester

Department

Department of clinical dentistry

Teaching Methods

The tuition is given using lectures, seminars, and clinical service.

Assessment methods

2 hour written test exam

Grading Scale

Pass/Fail