Syllabus

Orthodontics

Third Year, BDS

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1.  

Introduction To Orthodontics and History of Orthodontics

  

1.Definition of Orthodontics as per BSSO. And importance of Orthodontic treatment in patients.
2. Jacksons triad of aims and objectives of orthodontics.
3. Branches of orthodontics and their role in correction of malocclusion.

  

 

Must Know
 

1. Consequences of untreated orthodontic  treatment in patients.
2. Scope of Orthodontic treatment i.e Changes in skeletal and soft tissues brought about by treatment.

  

 

Desirable to know
 

1. Historical background of Orthodontics.

  

Nice to know

 
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2.

Malocclusion –In general

 

 To know introduction and  definition of occlusion.
Basic terminologies about occlusion.
Types of cusp and compensatory curves.		 Must Know

 
Detail about Andrew Six keys  of normal occlusion

 

 Must Know

 

 
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3.

Classification of malocclusion

  

To know about various malocclusion in different planes, dental , skeletal

Detail features of different malocclusion

  

Must know
Various classification of malocclusion given by different authors with their merits and demerits Desirable to know
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4. Aetiology of Malocclusion To cover about various:-
classification of etiology of
malocclusion
-White & Gardner
-Salzmann
-Moyers
-Graber		  

Must know
 -Midline diastema
-Spacing
-Crowding
-Crossbite: Anterior
Posterior
-Class III malocclusion
-Class II malocclusion
-Deep bite
-Openbite		 Must know
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5 Preventive Orthodontics 1]Aim
2]Procedures that can be undertaken without use of appliances and with the use of appliances.
3] Indication, Contraindication and requirements of Space Maintainers
4]Classification of Space maintainers
5] Factors to be considered for space maintenance		  

 

Must know

1]Detail of every space maintainer and conditions where they are used  

Desirable to know

1]Knowledge of advanced diagnostic aids like CBCT in detecting supernumerary teeth , impacted teeth.
2]Surgical details of treating abnormal frenal attachments		  

Nice to know

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6

 

Interceptive Orthodontics

 a]  Serial extraction: Definition, Indications, C/I Tweed,  & Nance Techniques ,Advantages , Disadvantages of each method.

b] Space regaining appliances: Fixed & Removable

c] Correction of developing Anterior crossbite: dentoalveolar, functional, skeletal.

d] Interception of habits: Thumb sucking, tongue thrusting & Mouth breathing

e]  Growth modulating techniques for skeletal class II & Class III malocclusions

f]  Removal of soft tissue or bony barrier to enable eruption of teeth

g]  Muscle exercises to improve muscle tone: clenching, lip & tongue exercises

 

  

 

 

 

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Desirable to know

 

 
 
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7 Removable Orthodontic Appliances 1]Principles of removable appliances
2]Components
3]Advantages and disadvantages
4] Explanation of retentive components
5]Types of clasps
6] Labial bows, uses, types and selection
7] Springs
Parts, Classification, requisites, force systems, design and types
8] Screws
9]Elastics
10] Baseplate

 

  

 

 

Must know

1]Modifications of Adam’s clasp Desirable to know
 1]Acrylisation

2]Clinical management of Removable Appliances

 

  

 

Nice to know