This course will take you from zero to hero of the following orthodontic topics: Aims of orthodontic treatment, Space creation methods, Step by step treatment plan, Timing of treatment depending on the malocclusion, Cervical vertebral maturation method, Limiting factors of orthodontic treatment and Soft tissue limitations.

Here are the main headlines that this course covers:

1. Aims of treatment

1.1 Facial aims

1.2 Occlusal aims

1.3 Need for treatment

Planning to achieve the facial aims of treatment

1.Position the upper incisors in the anteroposterior plane

2. Position of the upper incisors in the vertical plane

3. Lower incisor position

Planning to achieve occlusal aims of treatment

1. Space creation

1.1 Extraction or expansion?

1.2 Guidelines for extraction

1.3 Transverse arch expansion

1.4 Anteroposterior arch lengthening

1.5 Reduction of tooth width

2. Step by step treatment plan

2.1 Planning treatment for moderate problems

2.2 Planning comprehensive orthodontic treatment

2.3 Camouflage treatment

3. Choice of appliance

4. Limiting factors of orthodontic treatment

4.1. Envelop of discrepancy – range of tooth movements.

4.2 Soft tissue limitations

5. Timing of treatment depending on the malocclusion

5.1 Cervical vertebral maturation method