This unit is a series of lectures and daily tutorials on fundamental orthodontic theory. The topics in this unit include recent developments on the topics of growth and development, craniofacial anatomy cephalometric analysis, biomechanics of tooth movement, biomechanical traits of brackets and archwires. Students are required to read and critically review the designated reading and present their views in the tutorials. The students are also required to complete an assignment on a relevant topic and present it during the tutorials.
Unit details and rules
Academic unit | Discipline of Orthodontic and Paediatric Dentistry |
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Credit points | 6 |
Prerequisites
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DENT5165 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
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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 |
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Tutor(s) | Oyku Dalci, oyku.dalci@sydney.edu.au |
Lam Cheng, lam.cheng@sydney.edu.au | |
Alexandra Papadopoulou, alexandra.papadopoulou@sydney.edu.au | |
Ali Darendeliler, ali.darendeliler@sydney.edu.au |