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DENT5167: Orthodontics Clinical Training 6

Semester 1, 2020 [Normal day] - Westmead, Sydney

This unit is designed to familiarise students with the important orthodontic techniques including various straight wire modalities, functional appliances, miniscrew implants. Each clinical technique is taught first by typodont simulation and then applied to patients. This Unit also gives the students opportunities to use a variety of bracket types, especially the self-ligating brackets, and build up their ability to choose proper archwires from a wide range of preformed wires. Advanced skills training also covers the knowledge and use of advanced digital imaging systems in assisting case diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment assessment.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit Discipline of Orthodontic and Paediatric Dentistry
Credit points 6
Prerequisites
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(DENT5163 and DENT5164) or DENT6227
Corequisites
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None
Prohibitions
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physical and/or mental impairments jeopardizing performance of safe clinical dentistry and safety/health of patients and staff.
Assumed knowledge
? 

Comprehensive knowledge in all aspects of General Dentistry, particularly in Restorative Dentistry and Oral Rehabilitation

Available to study abroad and exchange students

No

Teaching staff

Coordinator Oyku Dalci, oyku.dalci@sydney.edu.au
Tutor(s) Lam Cheng, lam.cheng@sydney.edu.au
Oyku Dalci, oyku.dalci@sydney.edu.au
Ali Darendeliler, ali.darendeliler@sydney.edu.au
Alexandra Papadopoulou, alexandra.papadopoulou@sydney.edu.au
Type Description Weight Due Length
Final exam Written exam part 1 (for DENT5170)
Theory exam
12.5% - 3 hours
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO7 LO6 LO5 LO4 LO3 LO2
Final exam Written exam part 2 (for DENT5170)
Theory exam
12.5% - 3 hours
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO7 LO6 LO5 LO4 LO3 LO2
Final exam Oral Viva voce exam (for DENT5170)
Oral exam
25% - 2 hours
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO7 LO6 LO5 LO4 LO3 LO2
Final exam Wire bending exam (for DENT5170)
Practical exam
0% - 1 hour
Outcomes assessed: LO2
Final exam Oral Viva voce exam (for DENT5167)
Oral exam
50% Formal exam period 2 hours
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO7 LO6 LO5 LO4 LO3 LO2
Final exam Wire bending exam (for DENT5167)
Practical exam
0% Formal exam period 1 hour
Outcomes assessed: LO2
Skills-based evaluation Continuous logbook (for DENT5167 and DENT5170)
logbook
0% Progressive n/a
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO7 LO6 LO5 LO4 LO3 LO2
Assignment Assignment and essay (for DENT5167 and DENT5170)
Essay and Powerpoint presentation
0% Progressive To be advised in Semester 1
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7

Assessment summary

  • Required Formative Continuous Log Book Assessment (for DENT5167 and DENT5170): 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.  If this is incomplete by the end of the semester, penalties may be issued in line with the Faculty of Dentistry’s Professionalism Expectations policy.
  • Required Formative Wire-bending assessment (for DENT5167): In Semester 1, there is a 1-hour practical wire bending examination which requires critical thinking and practical wire-bending skills with the expected standard of a second year trainee in Orthodontics.  This wire-bending examination covers both DENT5166 and DENT5167.
  • Required Formative Wire-bending assessment (for DENT5170):In Semester 2, there is a 1-hour practical wire bending examination which requires critical thinking and practical wire-bending skills with the expected standard of a second year trainee in Orthodontics.  This wire-bending examination covers both DENT5169 and DENT5170.
  • Required Formative Assignment and Essay (for DENT5167 and DENT5170): An assignment and Essay on a topic that will be advised in Semester 1.  This assignment and essay are used to assess performance across the 3 units of study: Clinical Orthodontic Training 3 (DENT5166 & DENT5169), Clinical Orthodontic Training 4 (DENT 5167 & DENT5170) and Orthodontic Theory 2 (DENT5168 & DENT5171).  If this is incomplete by the end of the semester, penalties may be issued in line of the Faculty of Dentistry’s Professionalism Expectations policy.
  • Summative Oral (Viva Voce) Examination (for DENT5167): In Semester 1, there is a 2-hour general Viva Voce examination in which, DENT5166, DENT5167 and DENT5168 are examined together covering the full range of both theoretical and clinical aspects of these units of study, with the expected standard of a second year trainee in Orthodontics.
  • Summative Oral (Viva Voce) Examination (for DENT5170): In Semester 2, there is a 2-hour general Viva Voce examination in which, DENT5169, DENT5170 and DENT5171 are examined together covering the full range of both theoretical and clinical aspects of these units of study, with the expected standard of a second year trainee in Orthodontics.
  • Summative Written Examination (for DENT5170): In Semester 2, there are two 3-hour written papers with generally 3 essay questions or series of single best answer type examination in which, DENT5169, DENT5170 and DENT5171 are examined together covering the full range of both theoretical and clinical aspects of these units of study, with the expected standard of a second year trainee in Orthodontics.
  • 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.

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.

WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
Formal exam period Biomechanics Tutorial (1 hr) LO2 LO3
Finishing II: Settling and finishing tips and tricks Tutorial (1 hr) LO2 LO3
Orthodontic management of alveolar defects Tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO4
LO5: Debonding instruments (required and process) Tutorial (1 hr) LO7
0.022” vs 0.018” slot: advantage/disadvantage Tutorial (1 hr) LO2
Week -02 Biomechanics Tutorial (1 hr) LO2 LO3
IDT Tutorial/Case Presentation Tutorial (1 hr) LO4
LO1: Introduction and ordering process Tutorial (1 hr) LO7
Week -03 Surgical Treatment Objective 1 Tutorial (1 hr) LO4
Biomechanics Tutorial (1 hr) LO2 LO3
Suresmile information session Tutorial (1 hr) LO7
Week -04 Biomechanics Tutorial (1 hr) LO2 LO3
Week 01 Intra and Intermaxillary elastics Tutorial (1 hr) LO2 LO3 LO7
Herbst appliance – Clinical management Tutorial (1 hr) LO2 LO5
Wire bending / finishing discussions Tutorial (1 hr) LO5
Trouble shooting Tutorial (1 hr) LO5
Week 02 Skeletal Anchorage System Tutorial (1 hr) LO7
Biomechanics Tutorial (1 hr) LO2 LO3
Adult Orthodontics I: Concepts & Limitations in Treatment Planning Tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO4
Removable appliance adjustment Tutorial (1 hr) LO5
Week 03 SURESMILE training Workshop (1 hr) LO7
Invisalign I - Attachments Tutorial (1 hr) LO7
LO2: Instruments for lingual appliances Tutorial (1 hr) LO7
Week 04 Transposition of teeth & treatment approaches Tutorial (1 hr) LO2 LO4
Week 06 Biomechanics Tutorial (1 hr) LO2 LO3
IDT Tutorial/Case Presentation Tutorial (1 hr) LO4
Week 07 Biomechanics Tutorial (1 hr) LO2 LO3
Invisalign 2 – Vertical Dimension Tutorial (1 hr) LO7
LO 3: Lingual indirect bonding process and rebonding of brackets Tutorial (1 hr) LO7
Week 08 Orthopaedics and airway Tutorial (1 hr) LO6
Surgically assisted maxillary expansion Tutorial (1 hr) LO4
Week 10 Intrusion & Extrusion mechanics Tutorial (1 hr) LO3
Finishing I: Aesthetic, occlusal consideration and bracket position Tutorial (1 hr) LO2
Week 11 Forsus fatigue resistant device- what does the evidence say Tutorial (1 hr) LO2
Biomechanics Tutorial (1 hr) LO2 LO3
Invisalign 3 - Class II treatments Tutorial (1 hr) LO7
Week 12 McNamara and Woodside treatment philosophies Tutorial (1 hr) LO2
IDT Tutorial/Case Presentation Tutorial (1 hr) LO4
Week 13 Adult orthodontics II: Mechanics, treatment modalities and stability Tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Orthognatic Surgery Course & 3D planning Workshop (3 hr) LO4
Minor surgical procedures Tutorial (1 hr) LO4
LO 4: Archwire sequencing and various forms of ligation (ligatures, overties, modules and powerchain) Tutorial (1 hr) LO7
Weekly Case Discussion Tutorial (1 hr) LO1 LO3 LO5

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

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:

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

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

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. Proficiently summarise patient’s records, formulate comprehensive treatment plan and demonstrate an adequate ability to proceed with correct treatment sequences effectively in the clinical environment
  • LO2. Demonstrate familiarity with the use of various contemporary fixed, removable and functional appliances, and to treat with various appliance techniques and acquire wire bending skills for finishing orthodontic cases
  • LO3. Combine and integrate various orthodontic techniques and wire bending skills and apply them to resolve individual problems such as intrusion and extrusion arches.
  • LO4. Demonstrate necessary skills needed to recognise the underlying principle, outcome and complications of interdisciplinary and orthognathic surgical treatment.
  • LO5. Have in-depth knowledge on practice management skills
  • LO6. Demonstrate knowledge of sleep apnoea with the use of oral appliances
  • LO7. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge on advanced orthodontic techniques such as Suresmile, Invisalign, Insignia, lingual orthodontics, advanced wires, temporary anchorage device and skeletal anchorage system.

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
GQ1 GQ2 GQ3 GQ4 GQ5 GQ6 GQ7 GQ8 GQ9

Alignment with Competency standards

Outcomes Competency standards
LO1
Orthodontics - DBA
1.a. recognising the personal limitations and scope of the specialty and knowing when to refer or seek advice appropriately
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
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.
4.1.d. the range of investigative, technical and clinical procedures, and
4.2.d. application of clinical and radiographical techniques to assess growth and the effects of orthodontic treatment
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.
LO2
Orthodontics - DBA
3.a. critically evaluating scientific research and literature, products and techniques to inform evidence-based specialist practice, and
4.1.a. historical and contemporary literature
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.
LO3
Orthodontics - DBA
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
LO4
Orthodontics - DBA
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
1.h. supporting the professional development and education for all members of the dental and/or health community, and
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
4.1.e. management and treatment planning with multidisciplinary engagement for complex cases, including compromised patients.
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.
LO5
Orthodontics - DBA
1.a. recognising the personal limitations and scope of the specialty and knowing when to refer or seek advice appropriately
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.h. supporting the professional development and education for all members of the dental and/or health community, and
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
LO6
Orthodontics - DBA
1.a. recognising the personal limitations and scope of the specialty and knowing when to refer or seek advice appropriately
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.h. supporting the professional development and education for all members of the dental and/or health community, and
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
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
4.1.c. development, anatomy, physiology and pathology of hard and soft tissues of the head and neck
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.
5.1.c. managing complications.
LO7
Orthodontics - DBA
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
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.

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

No changes have been made since this unit was last offered

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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