Interceptive Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics: When and How?

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Stefan Cloete
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Detailed protocols for early intervention in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopaedics (DFO) to address skeletal and dental imbalances during critical growth periods!

 

Led by Dr. Stefan Cloete, this course equips dental professionals with the knowledge and practical skills needed to implement effective treatments that support optimal dentofacial development.

 

During the course, you will learn about:


– Diagnosis of skeletal and dental anomalies at early ages
– Protocols for treatment planning in compromised cases
– Techniques for working with functional orthodontic and dentofacial orthopaedic appliances
– Treatment protocols for skeletal Class 2, Class 3, open bite, and crossbite
– Documentation of clinical results and their assessment.

Lesson 1.Introduction to Interceptive Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics (DFO)

– Overview of dentists’ primary focus on treating diseased teeth and gingiva
– Limited consideration of facial structure, balance, and lower jaw function by most practitioners
– Definition of interceptive Dentofacial Orthopaedics (DFO) and its role in clinical practice
– The life-changing effects of early interceptive treatment
– Interceptive DFO as a trending topic in orthodontics
– The importance of identifying developmental issues early, methods to correct them, and the consequences of leaving them untreated
– Follow-up on patients’ journeys from early interceptive treatment to the permanent dentition.

 

Recommended for: Orthodontists, Functional dentists, Pediatric dentists, General dentists. 

Lesson 2.Key Factors Influencing Dentofacial Growth and Development

– The formation, development, and growth of the skull, maxilla, and mandible
– The influence of genetics on facial bone structure development
– The roles of function, breathing, and swallowing in dentofacial development
– The impact of developmental imbalances on the airway and TMJ
– Facial growth knowledge to assess skeletal imbalances in patients
– Environmental factors affecting dentofacial growth and development.

 

Recommended for: Orthodontists, Functional dentists, Pediatric dentists, General dentists.

Lesson 3.Patient Assessment and Diagnosis in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics

– Clinical protocols for assessing a patient’s swallowing and breathing
– Step-by-step evaluation of a patient’s facial profile and skeletal balance
– Assessing the health and function of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ)
– Cephalometric analysis to determine skeletal balance
– Conducting a study model analysis to evaluate the dental component
– Protocols for taking clinical photographs
– Protocols for accurate diagnosis and analyzing clinical conditions.

 

Recommended for: Orthodontists, Functional dentists, Pediatric dentists, General dentists.

Lesson 4.Treatment Planning and Dental Arch Development

– Formulating a treatment plan based on skeletal diagnosis
– Protocols for the stages of treatment from early mixed dentition to permanent dentition
– Analyzing factors that modify treatment to accommodate individual cases
– Setting treatment goals for each phase of treatment
– Identifying when to proceed to the next stage of treatment
– Development of dental arches as the first stage of the treatment plan.

 

Recommended for: Orthodontists, Functional dentists, Pediatric dentists, General dentists.

Lesson 5.Correcting Skeletal Imbalances with Functional Appliances

– Functional appliances for correcting skeletal imbalances
– Functional appliances for inducing skeletal changes
– Treatment strategies for skeletal Class II and Class III patients
– The benefits and shortcomings of functional appliances
– Protocols for working with various functional appliances and how to adjust them
– When to terminate the use of functional appliances and proceed to the next phase of treatment.

 

Recommended for: Orthodontists, Functional dentists, Pediatric dentists, General dentists.

Lesson 6.Early Interceptive Treatment: Diagnosis and Treatment Planning

– Diagnosis of clinical conditions requiring immediate intervention and early treatment
– Consequences of underestimating certain conditions for both the dentist and patient
– Analysis of the results of early intervention versus “careful monitoring”
– Step-by-step protocols for creating a treatment plan to correct early-identified conditions
– The importance of early interceptive treatment in clinical practice.

 

Recommended for: Orthodontists, Functional dentists, Pediatric dentists, General dentists.

Lesson 7.Implementing Dentofacial Orthopaedic Treatments into Your Practice

– Incorporating interceptive dentofacial orthopaedics into private practice
– Strategies to help dentists start treatment and integrate this new treatment modality
– Structuring your dental practice to improve workflow
– Setting fees for dentofacial orthopaedics and discussing treatment plans with patients and parents
– Patient records in dentofacial orthopaedics practice
– Developing and growing the dentofacial orthopaedic aspect of your practice
– Identifying required equipment and instruments for clinical treatment.

 

Recommended for: Orthodontists, Functional dentists, Pediatric dentists, General dentists.

Lesson 8.Early Interceptive Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics (DFO): From Diagnosis to Treatment Outcome

– Analysis of the complete treatment journey of patients through early interceptive DFO
– Evaluation of various treatment options and combinations for different clinical conditions
– Evidence of clinical transformation throughout the complete course of treatment
– Analysis of clinical cases: from diagnosis to follow-up and retention.

 

Recommended for: Orthodontists, Functional dentists, Pediatric dentists, General dentists.

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Dentist in Private Practice London . Lecturer for London Dental Institute. Lecturer for Triple O Dentallabs and DFO Study Group . Clinical Team Member of Clinical Foundation of Orthodontics and Orthopaedics.
 

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