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In this postgraduate certificate in Vertical Growth Problems and How to Treat Them, uncommon types of vertical growth of teeth will be described and explained, classifying the pathologies for their detailed study according to the planes of space.

In this way, the student will be taught how to identify an alteration in vertical growth with the manifestations in the form of dental malocclusion, such as open bite or deep bite. In this way, the student will learn the three types of vertical growth patterns described: from a mesofacial pattern, in which growth is normal; a dolichofacial pattern, in which vertical facial growth is increased; and a brachyfacial pattern, in which vertical growth is decreased.

The prevalence of these malocclusions according to sex and race will also be discussed, in order to know in which groups are more likely to encounter one type of growth or another. Its etiology will be studied to find out what causes a patient to have an altered growth pattern. 

Furthermore, knowing the existing types of malocclusions and facial patterns, the student will learn to recognize and diagnose this type of problems, supported by radiological and photographic tests, in order to be able to treat the patient correctly. 

Finally, the student will be instructed in the dentist's ability to modify the occlusal plane with treatment, using functional and orthopedic appliances, and the importance of their management to solve these problems in vertical growth.

Our courses have a multitude of practical cases that provide you with the opportunity to study in a simulated environment"

This postgraduate certificate in Vertical Growth Problems and How to Treat Them contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include: 

• The development of practical cases presented by experts in vertical growth problems
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• The latest developments on vertical growth problems
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative approaches to vertical growth problems
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an internet connection

This postgraduate certificate is the best investment you can make when selecting a refresher program, for two reasons: in addition to updating your knowledge in Vertical Growth Problems and How to Treat Them, you will obtain a qualification endorsed by TECH Technological University"

It includes in its teaching staff professionals belonging to the field of Dentofacial Orthopedics, who bring to this specialization the experience of their work, in addition to recognized specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby professionals must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system developed by recognized and experienced experts in the field of Vertical Growth Problems. 

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This 100% online program will give you the opportunity to balance your studies with your professional work while increasing your knowledge in this field"

The program in Vertical Growth Problems and How to Treat Them is oriented to facilitate the performance of the professional dedicated to dental health with the latest advances and newest treatments in the sector.  

Thanks to this qualification you will be able to specialize in Vertical Growth Problems"

General objectives

• Learn the basic principles of dentomaxillary orthopedics
• Master the growth process to know how to try to guide it during orthopedic treatment
• Be able to master the dental eruption process, as well as any possible anomalies
• Recognize all the structures present in the tests to make a complete and accurate diagnosis, which is essential when choosing the ideal treatment
• Learn how to perform the most commonly used cephalometry tests, which will provide important data on growth and will allow you to choose the best treatment
• Be able to identify vertical problems present in the patient and explain their most common manifestations
• Learn to identify the manifestations of transversal problems in growth and their causes
• Learn about all anteroposterior malocclusions and their complexities in order to choose the best possible treatment in each case
• Learn the rules that must be followed in order to obtain harmonious growth, as well as the devices that exist to achieve it
• Discover the impact that habits have on craniofacial development and the appliances we can use to correct them and allow the patient to develop correctly
• Be able to identify asymmetries and define their etiology

Specific objectives

• Delve into the vertical problem of craniofacial growth
• Recognize the clinical manifestations of vertical problems, such as open bite and deep bite
• Describe the different vertical growth patterns, which will be very useful when choosing potential treatments
• Recognize the prevalence and etiology of vertical growth disorders
• Learn how to diagnose these vertical problems by using various diagnostic tests
• Understand how the occlusal plane is managed with the various appliances to try to improve patient vertical growth

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