Essentials of Orthodontics: Diagnosis and Treatment

About this episode

This episode provides an instructional resource for managing malocclusions and emphasizes both diagnostic and practical skills in orthodontics.

It is designed as an instructional resource for dental students and practitioners to identify and manage basic malocclusions using various orthodontic appliances. The material outlines essential diagnostic procedures, including dental cast analysis, radiographic surveys, and the application of the Angle classification system. Beyond theory, the text emphasizes practical laboratory skills, such as the construction of lingual arches, retainers, and expansion appliances. Ultimately, the authors aim to help clinicians distinguish between simple tooth movements suitable for general practice and complex cases requiring specialized care. You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms: https://linktr.ee/dentistry_made_simple Produced by: https://www.podcaistudio.com/

People in this episode

Host: Dentistry Made Simple

Topics covered

• orthodontics
• malocclusions
• diagnostic procedures
• laboratory skills
• tooth movements

Keywords

• orthodontics
• malocclusions
• diagnosis
• treatment
• Angle classification
• laboratory skills
• tooth movement

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Dentistry Made Simple

Books & works: Angle classification system

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