Outline

Overview

This unit familiarises students with the important aspects of orthodontic clinical sequences and basic clinical skills. It runs for two months and covers both basic theoretical and clinical orthodontic skills that are essential prior to undertaking patient treatment. This unit has a preclinical focus: Typodont simulation to manage and observe orthodontic tooth movement and wire bending sessions to learn and practice hand bending of wires.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit	Discipline of Orthodontic and Paediatric Dentistry
Credit points	6
Prerequisites ?	None
Corequisites ?	DENT5161 and DENT5162
Prohibitions ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	Knowledge acquired from the following online study module topics: Clinical examination (extra oral intraoral features), Patient interview data, Diagnostic tools, Definition and Aetiology of malocclusion, Cephalometrics. Introduction, Cephalometrics. Practice locating basic landmarks, Cast and arch length analysis, Tooth size problems and Bolton analysis, Diagnostic summary and problem list, treatment planning and sequencing - Part 1, Diagnostic summary and problem list, treatment planning and sequencing - Part 2, Clinical photography, Introduction to cleft lip and palate, Tip-Edge Introduction Course, Functional Appliances Course
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Oyku Dalci, oyku.dalci@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Supervised exam ?	Written exam (for DENT5160) Theory exam	50%	Formal exam period	2 hours
Outcomes assessed:
Skills-based evaluation	Wire bending exam (for DENT5160) Practical exam	0%	Formal exam period	1hour
Outcomes assessed:
Skills-based evaluation	Oral Viva voce exam (for DENT5160) Oral exam	50%	Formal exam period	1 Hour
Outcomes assessed:
Skills-based evaluation	Continuous logbook (for DENT5160 and DENT5163) Logbook	0%	Progressive	n/a
Outcomes assessed:
= hurdle task ?

Assessment summary

Continuous logbook (for DENT5160 and DENT5163): The completed sheets within the orthodontic logbook form a record of all procedures and items of treatment that have been completed for patients in the specialist clinics. These assessments aim to determine student development of clinical competency with patient care as developed during the semester. The assessments also contribute to progression decisions and include consideration of professionalism; patient management and communication.
Wire bending examination (for DENT5160): In semester 1, there is a practical wire bending examination which requires critical thinking and practical wire-bending skills with the expected standard of a first year trainee in orthodontics.
Wire bending examination (for DENT5163): In semester 2, there is a practical wire bending examination which requires critical thinking and practical wire-bending skills with the expected standard of a first year trainee in orthodontics.
Assignment and essay (for DENT5160 and DENT5163): An assignment and essay on a topic that will be advised in Semester 1.
Oral (viva voce) examination (for DENT5160): In semester 1, there is a general viva voce examination in which, DENT5160, DENT5161, and DENT5162 are examined together covering the full range of both theoretical and clinical aspects of these units of
study, with the expected standard of a first year trainee in orthodontics. This exam contributes to 25% of overall assessment weighting for this year long UoS.
Oral (viva voce) examination (for DENT5163): In semester 2, there is a general viva voce examination in which, DENT5163, DENT5164, and DENT5165 are examined together covering the full range of both theoretical and clinical aspects of these units of
study, with the expected standard of a first year trainee in orthodontics. This exam contributes to 25% of overall assessment weighting for this year long UoS.
Written examination (for DENT5160): In semester 1, there is a written paper with generally 3 essay questions in which, DENT5160, DENT5161, and DENT5162 are examined together covering the full range of both theoretical and clinical aspects of these units of study, with the expected standard of a first year trainee in orthodontics. This exam contributes to 25% of overall assessment weighting for this year long UoS.
Written examination (for DENT5163): In semester 2, there are written papers with generally 3 essay questions or a series of single best answer questions in which, DENT5163, DENT5164 and DENT5165 are examined together covering the full range of both theoretical and clinical aspects of these units of study, with the expected standard of a first year trainee in Orthodontics. These exam contributes to 25% of overall assessment weighting for this year long UoS.

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100
Distinction	75 - 84
Credit	65 - 74
Pass	50 - 64
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below:

All assessments must be submitted by the due date. Students are expected to manage their time and to prioritise tasks to meet deadlines. Assessment items submitted after the due date without an approved extension using a special consideration or special arrangement form will incur penalties. Late penalties will apply once the due date and time has passed. The closing date (if specified) is the final date for late submissions; after this date no submissions will be accepted.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and automated writing tools

You may only use generative AI and automated writing tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator. If you do use these tools, you must acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section. The assessment instructions or unit outline will give guidance of the types of tools that are permitted and how the tools should be used.

Your final submitted work must be your own, original work. You must acknowledge any use of generative AI tools that have been used in the assessment, and any material that forms part of your submission must be appropriately referenced. For guidance on how to acknowledge the use of AI, please refer to the AI in Education Canvas site.

The unapproved use of these tools or unacknowledged use will be considered a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy and penalties may apply.

Studiosity is permitted unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission as detailed on the Learning Hub’s Canvas page.

Outside assessment tasks, generative AI tools may be used to support your learning. The AI in Education Canvas site contains a number of productive ways that students are using AI to improve their learning.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Pre-semester	How to fit and cement molar bands	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Early and mixed dentition treatment	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Tip-Edge PLUS Tutorial 1	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week -01	Tip-Edge PLUS Tutorial 2	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Vertical assessment	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Cleft: Growth in CLP patient	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week -02	Tip-Edge PLUS Course – One Day Intensive	Lecture and tutorial (6 hr)
Week -05	Tip Edge Introductory Course	Lecture and tutorial (3 hr)
	Indirect bonding	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Cleft: Introduction to CLP: Types of cleft lip and palate	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Thumb sucking	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Protruded upper incisors	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Anterior crossbites	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Posterior crossbites	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 01	Smile aesthetic and anterior teeth	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 01	Non-extraction Treatment	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 03	Tip-Edge PLUS Tutorial 3	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Molar distalisation	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Class II Division I: Headgear: history, types and clinical management	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Wire bending course - half day	Workshop (3 hr)
Week 04	Class II Division I: Mandibular growth modification II	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Anchorage how and why	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Maxillary expansion	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Extraction treatment	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Cleft: Clinical management of bilateral and unilateral cleft lip and palate from birth to adulthood	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Serial extractions	Tutorial (1 hr)
	4x2 treatment	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Space maintenance/regaining	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 05	Wire bending - loops	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 06	Biomechanics	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Wire bending	Workshop (3 hr)
	Orthodontics in medically compromised patients	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 07	Tip-Edge PLUS Tutorial 4	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Management of Class I crowding	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Bimaxillary proclination and management	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Functional appliances - Modes of action	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Impacted canines 1: Aetiology, prevelance, diagnosis	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Begg-Hybrid Course	Workshop (3 hr)
Week 08	Cleft: The role of orthodontics - in perspective	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Therapeutic Class II and III	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Wire bending	Workshop (3 hr)
Week 09	Radiographic diagnosis	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 10	Deepbite I: Aetiology, types & diagnosis	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Deepbite II: Treatment & Stability	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Wire bending Course – Half Day	Workshop (3 hr)
	Wire bending – Finishing case discussions	Workshop (3 hr)
	Class II div 2 malocclusions	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 11	Impacted canines 3: Treatment (Open versus closed exposure/ Apically repositioned flap) and stability	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 12	Tip-Edge PLUS Tutorial 5	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 12	Class III: Camouflage treatment and stability	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 13	Class II treatment with functional appliances	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Impacted Canines 2: Prevention & Interception 1	Tutorial (1 hr)
	Non-compliance appliances	Tutorial (1 hr)
Week 14 (STUVAC)	Tip-Edge PLUS Tutorial 6	Tutorial (1 hr)
Weekly	Case Discussion	Tutorial (1 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

Attendance: Attendance is a professional responsibility required of all students admitted to academic programs within the Sydney Dental School. All programs in the Sydney Dental School have a 90% attendance policy, for all compulsory components of Units of Study, as detailed in the Faculty of Dentistry Attendance Provisions 2015. This includes all clinical and practical sessions. The course requirements cannot be satisfied if more than 10% of any section of a course is missed for any reason.
Professionalism: Students in all Sydney Dental School programs are subject to the Faculty of Medicine and Health Professionalism Requirements 2019 and the Faculty of Medicine and Health Professionalism Provisions 2019. Professionalism is an essential component of developing competency to practice. It is important for students to demonstrate professional behaviour in all contexts and environments. In accordance with these local provisions: candidates who demonstrate serious or repeated unprofessional behaviour may be required to show cause as to why their enrolment should be continued. Failure to show cause may result in exclusion from the course.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

All readings for this unit can be accessed through the Library eReserve, available on Canvas.

Orthodontic books and Reading Lists designed and updated each year for each tutorial/Course. Students are required to read and critically review the designated reading and present their views in the tutorials.

The following are some suggested reference textbooks:

Proffit, W.R., Fields, H.W. Jr. & Sarver, D.M. (2013). Contemporary orthodontics. St. Louis, Mo: Mosby Elsevier
Graber, T.M., Vanarsdall, R.L. & Vig, K.W.L. (2012). Orthodontics: current principles and techniques. Philadelphia, PA: Mosby Elsevier
Proffit, W.R., White, R.P. & Sarver, D.M. (2003). Contemporary treatment of dentofacial deformity. St Louis, Mo: Mosby
Burstone C.J. & Choi K. (2015). The biomechanical foundation of clinical orthodontics. Chicago: Quintessence Publishing Co
Nanda R. & Miner A. (2015). Esthetic and biomechanics in orthodontics. St Louis, Mo : Elsevier

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. provide an overview of patient diagnostic aids (study models, radiographs, photographs, and model analysis), interview data e.g. medical and dental history and patient’s chief complaint, cephalometric examination, classification of malocclusion and their treatments, wire properties in orthodontic appliances, bracket and band placement, and bonding material
LO2. demonstrate familiarity with chair-side assistance and case presentation and tutorials of other postgraduate students
LO3. take appropriate clinical records, photos, and radiographs from patients, and have planning sessions with the tutors
LO4. demonstrate different applications of mechanotherapy for clinical proficiency and undertake orthodontic bracket positioning in different malocclusions and trained to approach more complex orthodontic problems
LO5. demonstrate familiarity with impacted tooth, cleft-lip and palate, and demonstrate an emerging understanding of important orthodontic techniques including self-ligating brackets, Begg and Tip-Edge, orthodontic implants and functional appliances
LO6. demonstrate basic wire bending skill
LO7. demonstrate an emerging ability to evaluate the orthodontic literature.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Alignment with Competency standards

Outcomes	Competency standards
	Orthodontics - 1.c. providing patient-centred care, including selecting and prioritising treatment options that are compassionate and respectful of patients’ best interests, dignity and choices and which seek to improve community oral health 1.d. understanding and applying the moral, cultural, ethical principles and legal responsibilities involved in the provision of specialist dental care to individual patients, to communities and populations 1.f. understanding and applying legislation including that related to record-keeping 1.i. demonstrating leadership in the profession. 2.a. identifying and understanding a patient’s, or their parent’s, guardian’s or carer’s expectations, desires and attitudes when planning and delivering specialist treatment 2.b. communicating effectively with patients, their families, relatives and carers in a manner that takes into account factors such as their age, intellectual development, social and cultural background 2.c. use of technological and telecommunication aids in planning and delivering specialist treatment 2.d. communicating effectively in all forms of health and legal reporting, and 2.e. interpreting and communicating knowledge, skills and ideas. 3.a. critically evaluating scientific research and literature, products and techniques to inform evidence-based specialist practice, and 3.b. synthesising complex information, problems, concepts and theories. 4.1.a. historical and contemporary literature 4.1.b. the scientific basis of dentistry including the relevant biological, medical and psychosocial sciences 4.2.a. the principles of biomechanics and materials science 4.2.f. biomechanical and physiological principles in the fabrication and placement of fixed and removable appliances, and 5.1.a. applying decision-making, clinical reasoning and judgement to develop a comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plan by interpreting and correlating findings from the history, clinical examinations, imaging and other diagnostic tests 5.2.c. evaluating and recognising the dental and skeletal effects of orthodontic treatment in the individual patient and modification to treatment strategies when appropriate. This should include the retention period of treatment.
	Orthodontics - 1.b. practising with personal and professional integrity, honesty and trustworthiness 1.c. providing patient-centred care, including selecting and prioritising treatment options that are compassionate and respectful of patients’ best interests, dignity and choices and which seek to improve community oral health 1.d. understanding and applying the moral, cultural, ethical principles and legal responsibilities involved in the provision of specialist dental care to individual patients, to communities and populations 1.e. displaying appropriate professional behaviour and communication towards all members of the dental team and referring health practitioner/s 1.f. understanding and applying legislation including that related to record-keeping 1.i. demonstrating leadership in the profession. 2.c. use of technological and telecommunication aids in planning and delivering specialist treatment 2.e. interpreting and communicating knowledge, skills and ideas.
	Orthodontics - 1.f. understanding and applying legislation including that related to record-keeping 2.a. identifying and understanding a patient’s, or their parent’s, guardian’s or carer’s expectations, desires and attitudes when planning and delivering specialist treatment 2.b. communicating effectively with patients, their families, relatives and carers in a manner that takes into account factors such as their age, intellectual development, social and cultural background 2.c. use of technological and telecommunication aids in planning and delivering specialist treatment 2.d. communicating effectively in all forms of health and legal reporting, and 2.e. interpreting and communicating knowledge, skills and ideas. 4.2.d. application of clinical and radiographical techniques to assess growth and the effects of orthodontic treatment 5.1.a. applying decision-making, clinical reasoning and judgement to develop a comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plan by interpreting and correlating findings from the history, clinical examinations, imaging and other diagnostic tests
	Orthodontics - 2.c. use of technological and telecommunication aids in planning and delivering specialist treatment 4.1.d. the range of investigative, technical and clinical procedures, and 4.2.a. the principles of biomechanics and materials science 4.2.f. biomechanical and physiological principles in the fabrication and placement of fixed and removable appliances, and 5.2.c. evaluating and recognising the dental and skeletal effects of orthodontic treatment in the individual patient and modification to treatment strategies when appropriate. This should include the retention period of treatment.
	Orthodontics - 1.a. recognising the personal limitations and scope of the specialty and knowing when to refer or seek advice appropriately 1.e. displaying appropriate professional behaviour and communication towards all members of the dental team and referring health practitioner/s 2.c. use of technological and telecommunication aids in planning and delivering specialist treatment 3.a. critically evaluating scientific research and literature, products and techniques to inform evidence-based specialist practice, and 4.1.d. the range of investigative, technical and clinical procedures, and 4.1.e. management and treatment planning with multidisciplinary engagement for complex cases, including compromised patients. 4.2.b. the principles of speech pathology 4.2.e. management of development and dentofacial disorders, including orthognathic surgical procedures 5.1.a. applying decision-making, clinical reasoning and judgement to develop a comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plan by interpreting and correlating findings from the history, clinical examinations, imaging and other diagnostic tests 5.1.b. managing complex cases, including compromised patients with multidisciplinary management, and 5.1.c. managing complications. 5.2.a. managing developmental and dentofacial anomalies including skeletal and/or dental discrepancies 5.2.b. managing functional occlusal and temporomandibular disorders, and 5.2.c. evaluating and recognising the dental and skeletal effects of orthodontic treatment in the individual patient and modification to treatment strategies when appropriate. This should include the retention period of treatment.
	Orthodontics - 4.2.a. the principles of biomechanics and materials science 4.2.f. biomechanical and physiological principles in the fabrication and placement of fixed and removable appliances, and
	Orthodontics - 1.g. demonstrating specialist professional growth and development through research and learning 1.h. supporting the professional development and education for all members of the dental and/or health community, and 3.a. critically evaluating scientific research and literature, products and techniques to inform evidence-based specialist practice, and 3.b. synthesising complex information, problems, concepts and theories. 4.1.a. historical and contemporary literature 4.2.a. the principles of biomechanics and materials science 5.2.c. evaluating and recognising the dental and skeletal effects of orthodontic treatment in the individual patient and modification to treatment strategies when appropriate. This should include the retention period of treatment.

Responding to student feedback

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

No change has been made since this unit was last offered

Additional information

Additional costs

Candidates are strongly recommended to attend conferences that are organised by Australia Society of Orthodontics and the conference costs are not covered. • Camera, specialised ring flash, SD card, laptop and backup hard drives

Work, health and safety

Students must comply with work health and safety, infection control and dress standard policies of all laboratories, placement sites and Local Health Districts (LHDs).

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Overview

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Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Alignment with Competency standards

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Additional costs

Work, health and safety

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DENT5160: Orthodontics Clinical Training 1

Semester 1, 2023 [Normal day] - Surry Hills, Sydney

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Alignment with Competency standards

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Additional costs

Work, health and safety

Disclaimer

On this page

Useful links

Media

Student links

About us

Connect