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DENT5162: Introduction to Orthodontic Theory
2025 unit information
This unit is a series of lectures and daily tutorials on fundamental orthodontic theory. The topics in this unit include the concept of growth and development, craniofacial anatomy and cephalometric analysis. Students are required to read and critically review the designated reading and present their views in the tutorials.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Medicine and Health
| Study level | Postgraduate |
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| Academic unit | Discipline of Orthodontic and Paediatric Dentistry |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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None |
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Corequisites:
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DENT5160 and DENT5161 |
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None |
| Assumed knowledge:
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Knowledge acquired from the following online module topics: Introduction to facial growth development, Biology of tooth movement I, Biology of tooth movement II, Perio ligament: Anatomy and histology |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of growth and development of the craniofacial complex, prenatal growth and development, postnatal cranial base and calvaria growth
- LO2. demonstrate an emerging understanding of the analytic tools to assess facial aesthetics and facial forms to assist in treatment planning and relating to treatment outcomes
- LO3. demonstrate skill in the description and classification of normal and abnormal occlusion and to differentiate between functional and dysfunctional occlusion and recognise and analyse TMJ anatomy and understand current concepts on the development of TMJ dysfunction, including the ability to make a distinction between patients that may be treatable orthodontically and those who require further consultation
- LO4. demonstrate knowledge in all aspects of orthodontic tooth movement, including cellular responses of the periodontal ligament, alveolar bone, and cementum, and an understanding of root resorption
- LO5. demonstrate an emerging knowledge of paediatric sleep disorders, cleft-lip and palate, medically compromised patients and interdisciplinary treatment.
- LO6. demonstrate knowledge in dental materials used in orthodontics such as arch wire and bonding adhesives
- LO7. Demonstrate knowledge in research methodology and literature analysis
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Semester 1 2025
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Normal day | Surry Hills, Sydney |
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