Basics in Orthodontics

This course is given every 2 years and lasts for 6 weeks full-time (two 3-week modules). This course is mandatory for future residents specialising in orthodontics and serves as an introductory course for dentists who wish to improve their theoretical knowledge in the field of orthodontics. It can also help recent graduates to decide whether to specialise in this field.

Theory

• Anatomy
• Craniofacial growth and development
• Development of the dentition
• Aetiology of malocclusions
• TMJ disorders and malocclusions
• Obstructive sleep apnoea
• Diagnostic methods
• Cephalometrics
• Biomechanics
• Orthodontic materials
• Treatment planning and evaluation
• Diverse appliances
• Stability and retention

Practical exercises

• Diagnostic methods
• Dental cast analysis
• Orthodontic photography
• Cephalometrics
• TMJ examination
• Case analysis and treatment planning
• Orthodontic wire bending
• Bracket placement
• Treatment simulation on “typodont”
• Construction of removable appliances
• Retention appliances

CHF 8'000.-

The course is given in a small group in order to have an interactive approach with, and adequate follow-up of, each participant.

• Pr Gregory Antonarakis
• Dr Fabienne Egli
• Dr Clara Fontinha
• Dr Luis Huanca
• Dr Christophe Guédat
• Dr Alexandros Kokkas
• Dr Zahra Kordi
• Dr Yassine Messaoudi
• Dr Alexandra Papadopoulou
• Dr Olivier Quinty
• Dr Grégoire Sauvin
• Dr Carlos Suarez
• Dr Cristina Vento