Through this 100% online program, you will apply the most advanced diagnostic criteria in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics”

Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics have experienced remarkable advancements in recent years, establishing themselves as key tools for addressing various dentofacial development disorders. For example, the use of cephalometric analyses such as those of Steiner and Ricketts has optimized the evaluation of skeletal and dental discrepancies. In this regard, dentists need to be comprehensively trained in 3D diagnosis to visualize the anatomical structures involved in orthodontic treatment with greater accuracy. Additionally, early detection of non-nutritive sucking habits is essential to prevent malocclusions and ensure the proper functional and aesthetic development of the patient.

In this context, TECH is launching an innovative program in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics. Designed by leading experts in the field, the academic itinerary will delve into current techniques for the clinical management of caries and white spots. In line with this, the syllabus will explore innovative prevention methods to avoid enamel demineralization during prolonged orthodontic treatments. Furthermore, the educational materials will provide professionals with multiple strategies for monitoring and managing patients at high risk of incipient lesions. In this way, graduates will develop advanced competencies to apply preventive protocols in a personalized manner. Thanks to this, they will ensure comprehensive care that preserves both functionality and dental aesthetics.

On the other hand, the university degree is based on a convenient 100% online modality that allows dentists to plan their schedules in a way that best suits them. In this way, all they will need is an electronic device with Internet access to enter the Virtual Campus. Additionally, TECH employs its disruptive Relearning system, which ensures that professionals update their knowledge naturally and progressively.  Therefore, graduates will not have to invest long hours in studying or resort to traditional techniques such as memorization.

You will be able to accurately identify the most common Temporomandibular Disorders in orthodontic patients”

This Master's Degree in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics contains the most complete and up-to-date university program on the market. Its most notable features are:

• The development of practical case studies presented by experts in dentistry
• 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
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics and individual reflection papers
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Take this university degree to update your knowledge at your own pace and without time constraints thanks to the Relearning system that TECH puts at your fingertips"

It includes in its teaching staff professionals belonging to the field of Dentistry, who bring their work experience into this program, as well as recognized specialists from reference 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 an immersive learning experience designed to prepare for real-life situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the student must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the professional will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

You will delve into the diagnosis, planning and treatment of Dentomaxillofacial Disorders in patients of all ages"

You will enhance clinical decision making based on the most updated scientific evidence"

This degree will provide dentists with the most up-to-date knowledge to approach Orthodontic Treatment with a comprehensive clinical approach. The syllabus will delve into the relationship between certain disorders and the limitations of this discipline according to the type of malocclusion and the age of the patient. Likewise, the syllabus will address strategies for the therapeutic extraction of premolars as part of complex corrective interventions. Also, diagnostic criteria will be analyzed to define when the application of Orthodontics or Dentofacial Orthopedics is more effective. In this way, professionals will develop advanced skills to offer personalized and effective solutions.

You will use cutting-edge digital technologies such as intraoral scanners, CBCT and 3D planning software”

Module 1. Initial Diagnosis

1.1. Systematic Diagnosis in Dentistry

1.1.1. First Visit and Clinical History
1.1.2. Patient Exploration
1.1.3. Ordinary Records
1.1.4. Complementary Records
1.1.5. Myofunctional Records

1.2. Staged Orthodontic Diagnosis

1.2.1. Establishing Problem Listing
1.2.2. Establishing Therapeutic Objectives
1.2.3. Mechanotherapy Planning and Equipment

Module 2. Advanced Diagnosis

2.1. Cephalometric Analysis. 3D Diagnosis. CBCT (Cone Beam Computed Tomography) and Computed Tomography (CT)

2.1.1. Cephalometric Analysis

2.1.1.1. Introduction
2.1.1.2. Craniometric Points Description
2.1.1.3. Steiner Cephalometric Analysis
2.1.1.4. Ricketts Cephalometric Analysis

2.1.2. 3D Diagnosis

2.1.2.1. Introduction
2.1.2.2. System Fundamentals
2.1.2.3. CBCT vs. Computerized Tomography
2.1.2.4. Advantages
2.1.2.5. Disadvantages
2.1.2.6. Voxel
2.1.2.7. Image Interpretation
2.1.2.8. Radiation
2.1.2.9. Clinical Application of CBCT

2.2. Diagnosis and Treatment of Habits

2.2.1. Introduction
2.2.2. Atypical Swallowing in Children
2.2.3. Nutritional Sucking Habits

2.2.3.1. Breastfeeding
2.2.3.2. Feeding Bottles

2.2.4. Non-Nutritional Sucking Habits

2.2.4.1. Digital Sucking
2.2.4.2. Pacifier Habits

2.2.5. Mouth Breathing
2.2.6. Dyslalia
2.2.7. Other Habits

2.3. Early Diagnosis of Patients at Risk

2.3.1. Caries and White Spots: Current Techniques. Preventive Treatment for Enamel Demineralization
2.3.2. Root Resorptions: Current Techniques. Preventive Treatment for Root Resorption
2.3.3. Differential Diagnosis of the Most Frequent Temporomandibular Disorders in Orthodontic Patients
2.3.4. Idiopathic Condylar Resorption: Current Diagnostic Techniques. Preventive Treatment for Severe Progressive Open Bite

Module 3. Etiology of Malocclusions and Dentofacial Deformities

3.1. Craniofacial Growth and Development

3.1.1. Types of Postnatal Growth
3.1.2. Integrating Facial Development
3.1.3. Upper Jaw Growth
3.1.4. Jaw Growth

3.2. Tooth Eruption Pathophysiology

3.2.1. Eruption Phases
3.2.2. Tooth Eruption in Adults
3.2.3. Eruption Mechanisms
3.2.4. Dentition General Development

3.3. Dentoalveolar Growth and Adaptation in Different Malocclusions and Dentofacial Deformities

3.3.1. Dentoalveolar Growth and Adaptation in Transverse Malocclusions
3.3.2. Dentoalveolar Growth and Adaptation in Vertical Malocclusions
3.3.3. Dentoalveolar Growth and Adaptation in Sagittal Malocclusions

3.4. Differential Diagnosis of Etiological Factors

3.4.1. Malocclusion Etiological Factors
3.4.2. Specific Causes of Malocclusion
3.4.3. Genetic Influences
3.4.4. Environmental Influences
3.4.5. Current Etiological Perspective

Module 4. Treatment Plan

4.1. Concepts and Objectives

4.1.1. Establishing Priority Lists for Orthodontic Problems
4.1.2. Establishing Treatment Possibilities and Therapeutic Sequencing
4.1.3. Assessing Potential Treatment Factors
4.1.4. Types of Treatment
4.1.5. Treating Orthodontic Disorders

4.2. Evidence-Based Orthodontics. PICO, Databases and Critical Reading

4.2.1. Formulating Clinical Questions
4.2.2. Literature Consultation
4.2.3. Types of Clinical Studies
4.2.4. Bias and Confusion Factors
4.2.5. Evidence Levels and Degrees of Recommendation
4.2.6. Critical Assessment of Results

4.3. Limits to Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics Malocclusion Type and Patient Age

4.3.1. Growth Modification in Skeletal Problem Treatments
4.3.2. Biological Limits
4.3.3. Soft Tissue Limitations

4.4. Early or Late Treatment Indications

4.4.1. Determining Skeletal Maturity
4.4.2. Malocclusion Evolution during Growth
4.4.3. Early Treatment for Malocclusions

4.5. Determining the Need for Therapeutic Extractions

4.5.1. Definition of Volumetric Malocclusions
4.5.2. Premolar Therapeutic Extractions
4.5.3. Special Extraction Cases
4.5.4. Stripping Technique as an Alternative to Tooth Extractions

4.6. Preparing Individualized Treatment Plans

4.6.1. General Considerations in Individualized Treatment Planning
4.6.2. Determining Individualized Treatment Plans
4.6.3. Auxiliary Tools to Determine Individual Treatment Plans: Steiner’s Analysis

Module 5. Advanced Clinical Biomechanics

5.1. Biomechanics Applied to Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics

5.1.1. Active Removable Plaques
5.1.2. Functional Equipment
5.1.3. Action Modes
5.1.4. Orthopedic Action
5.1.5. Dental Action

5.2. Bracket and Band Cementing Techniques

5.2.1. Direct Cementing
5.2.2. Indirect Cementing
5.2.3. Indications and Limitations

5.3. Microscrews

5.3.1. General Indications
5.3.2. Limitations of Use

5.4. Surgical Aids to Tooth Movement

5.4.1. Anatomy of the Periodontium
5.4.2. Orthodontic Tooth Movement Physiology
5.4.3. Why Teeth Move Faster
5.4.4. Types of Surgical Aids

Module 6. Early Dentofacial Orthopedics

6.1. Early Orthopedics: Neuro-Occlusal Rehabilitation

6.1.1. Concept and Justification
6.1.2. Planas' Law of Minimum Vertical Dimension and Planas' Functional Masticatory Angle
6.1.3. Planas’ Laws: Stomatognathic System Development
6.1.4. First Year Treatment
6.1.5. First Dentition Therapeutics
6.1.6. Mixed and Second Dentition Therapeutics

6.2. Treatments in Deciduous Dentition and Mixed First Phase

6.2.1. Class III and Anterior Crossbite
6.2.2. Class II
6.2.3. Open Anterior Bite
6.2.4. Overbite
6.2.5. Posterior Crossbite and Transverse Problems. Facial Asymmetry in Children Treatment of Children with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).
6.2.6. Eruption Alterations. Canines, Incisors, Premolars and Molars
6.2.7. Space Constraints

Module 7. Late Dentofacial Orthopedics

7.1. Treatment in Permanent Dentition: Late Orthodontics

7.1.1. Etiology
7.1.2. Treatment Indications
7.1.3. Limitations

7.2. Class III Treatments

7.2.1. Etiology
7.2.2. Treatment Indications
7.2.3. Limitations

7.3. Class II Treatments

7.3.1. Etiology
7.3.2. Treatment Indications
7.3.3. Limitations

7.4. Open Anterior Bite Treatment

7.4.1. Open Anterior Bite Definition
7.4.2. Open Anterior Bite Treatment
7.4.3. Late Therapies for Open Anterior Bite

7.5. Overbite Treatment

7.5.1. Etiology
7.5.2. Treatment Indications
7.5.3. Limitations

7.6. Child and Adolescent Posterior Crossbite and Transverse Problems

7.6.1. Concept and Classification
7.6.2. Epidemiology
7.6.3. Etiology
7.6.4. Diagnosis
7.6.5. Treatment
7.6.6. New Technologies

Module 8. Conventional Orthodontics

8.1. Treatments for Stage 2 Mixed and Early Permanent Dentition

8.1.1. Treatment Protocols
8.1.2. Indications and Contraindications. Fixed Equipment

8.1.2.1. Advantages and Disadvantages. Fixed Equipment

8.1.3. Malocclusions

8.1.3.1. Transversal Malocclusions
8.1.3.2. Vertical Malocclusions

8.1.4. Retention/Relapse

8.2. Bracket Cementation Specification: Malocclusion Type and/or Therapeutic Objectives

8.2.1. Installing Pre-Adjusted Equipment

8.2.1.1. Bracket and Tube Location
8.2.1.2. Mesiodistal Location
8.2.1.3. Vertical Position (“Height”)
8.2.1.4. Inclination
8.2.1.5. Vestibular Face Fitting

8.2.2. Cementation in Case of Deep Curve of Spee
8.2.3. Cementation in Case of Class II Molar

8.2.3.1. Cementation on Fractured or Abraded Teeth

8.3. First Phase: Alignment and Leveling. Types of Intrusion

8.3.1. Diet

8.3.1.1. Selection Principles for Alignment Arches
8.3.1.2. Symmetric Crowding Alignment
8.3.1.3. Alignment in Case of Premolar Extraction
8.3.1.4. Alignment in Non-Extraction Cases

8.3.2. Levels

8.3.2.1. Extrusion Leveling (Relative Intrusion)
8.3.2.2. Intrusion Leveling

8.4. Second Phase: Work, Closing Extraction Spaces

8.4.1. Molar Ratio Correction

8.4.1.1. Differential Growth in Class II Patients
8.4.1.2. Differential Anchoring of Extraction Spaces
8.4.1.3. Distalization

8.4.2. Closing Extraction or Residual Spaces

8.4.2.1. Continuous Arch with Closing Loops or DKL Arch
8.4.2.2. Sliding

8.4.3. Overjet and Overbite Correction
8.4.4. Middle Line Centering

8.5. Third Phase: Completion. Retention Design

8.5.1. Retention Definition
8.5.2. Types of Retainers

8.5.2.1. Fixed Retainers
8.5.2.2. Removable Retainers

8.5.3. Retention Duration

8.5.3.1. Cases Where Retention May Not Be Required
8.5.3.2. Cases Requiring Permanent or Semipermanent Retention
8.5.3.3. Cases Requiring a Variable Retention Period

Module 9. Advanced Treatments in Conventional Orthodontics

9.1. Implants and Microscrews as Anchorage

9.1.1. Microscrew Indications and Limitations

9.1.1.1. Main Indications
9.1.1.2. Skeletal Anchorage Limitations and Complications

9.1.2. Clinical and Laboratory Techniques to Improve System Effectiveness and Efficiency: Current Evidence-Based Protocols

9.1.2.1. Implanting Microscrews
9.1.2.2. Activating Microscrews

9.2. Surgical and Non-Surgical Aids to Speed Up Movement

9.2.1. Chemical Techniques
9.2.2. Physical Techniques
9.2.3. Surgical Techniques
9.2.4. Micro-Osteoperforation Indications

9.3. Impacted Teeth Treatment and Other Eruption Disorders

9.3.1. Non-Erupted or Impacted Teeth
9.3.2. Retained Canines
9.3.3. Treating Other Eruption Disorders

9.4. Treating Open Bites: Multi-Loop Technique

9.4.1. Multi-Loop Structure and Function
9.4.2. Multi-Loop Technique Diagnosis
9.4.3. Treating Class III High Angle
9.4.4. Treating Class III Low Angle
9.4.5. Treating Class I Open Bite
9.4.6. Treating Class II Open Bite

Module 10. Multidisciplinary Treatments

10.1. Treating Periodontal Patients

10.1.1. Specific Characteristics in Adult Patients
10.1.2. Anatomy of the Periodontium
10.1.3. Multidisciplinary or Interdisciplinary Treatments
10.1.4. Diagnosing Adult Patients and Determining Treatment Goals
10.1.5. Preparing Adult Patients for Orthodontic Treatment
10.1.6. Stripping Tool as an Essential Element in Adult Periodontal Patients
10.1.7. A Special Entity: Posterior Bite Collapse in Adult Patients

10.2. Treatment and Aesthetics in Anterior Fronts. Orthodontics and Prosthetics

10.2.1. Fundamental Requirements for Successful Occlusal Therapy as Proposed by Dawson
10.2.2. The Six Decisions Affecting the Functional Anatomy Matrix
10.2.3. Previous Guidelines
10.2.4. Fundamental Aesthetic Criteria

10.3. Orthodontics and Treating OSAHS in Children

10.3.1. Anatomy of the Respiratory System
10.3.2. Lymphoid System
10.3.3. General Concepts of Sleep: Sleep and Breathing
10.3.4. Clinical Examination in Children with Suspected OSAHS

10.4. Orthodontics and Treating OSAHS in Adults

10.4.1. Sleep Medicine
10.4.2. Obstructive Sleep Apnea–Hypopnea Syndrome (OSAHS)
10.4.3. Efficacy of Mandibular Advancement Devices (MADs)
10.4.4. Therapy Management and Monitoring Protocol

Module 11. Lingual Orthodontics

11.1. History and Introduction to Lingual Equipment
11.2. Why Lingual Orthodontics?

11.2.1. Review of the Different Global Systems Available

11.3. Basic Necessary Materials for Predetermined Systems

11.3.1. Expendable Materials
11.3.2. Non-Expendable Materials

11.4. Patient Selection and Records

11.4.1. Characteristics of Lingual Patients
11.4.2. Silicone Impressions: Procedure
11.4.3. Digital Leap: Scanner
11.4.4. Preparing Lab Sheets and Selecting Prescriptions

11.5. Keys to Consider in Lingual Orthodontic Treatments
11.6. Vestibular vs. Lingual Biomechanical Differences. Apparatus Update for 3 Planes of Space
11.7. Laboratory Procedures

11.7.1. Apparatus Manufacturing Using the Hiro System

11.7.1.1. Introduction
11.7.1.2. Step-by-Step Procedure
11.7.1.3. Maxillary Arch
11.7.1.4. Mandibular Arch
11.7.1.5. Using a Full-Arch Arch-Wire
11.7.1.6. Bracket Placement
11.7.1.7. Individual Tray Manufacture
11.7.1.8. Perfecting Bracket Base

11.7.2. Apparatus Manufacturing Using the Incognito™ System

11.7.2.1. Manufacture Process
11.7.2.2. Set-Up
11.7.2.3. Computer-Assisted Bracket Design
11.7.2.4. Prototyping
11.7.2.5. Casting and Quality Control
11.7.2.6. Arch Bending
11.7.2.7. Individual Tray Cementing

11.8. Setup Reception and Approval

11.8.1. Manual Setup
11.8.2. Digital Setup

11.9. Case Reception and Cabinet Preparation

11.9.1. Case Reception
11.9.2. Scheduling Appointments
11.9.3. Table Preparation

11.10. Indirect Cementing According to Individual Tray Selection

11.10.1. Indirect Cementing with Transparent Silicone Tray
11.10.2. Indirect Cementing with Opaque Silicone Tray

11.11. Type and Use of Basic Ligatures

11.11.1. Self-Retaining Slot
11.11.2. Conventional Elastic Ligatures
11.11.3. Metallic Ligatures
11.11.4. Overtie
11.11.5. Steel Overtie
11.11.6. Power Tie
11.11.7. Elastic Lasso
11.11.8. Conventional Lasso
11.11.9. O-Lasso
11.11.10.Chicane

11.12. Arch Selection and Placement

11.12.1. Lingual Bracket Slot Characteristics
11.12.2. Arch Sequencing
11.12.3. Overextended Arches
11.12.4. Initial Arch Placement and Manipulating the Arch in the Mouth

11.13. Prevention, Emergency Solutions and Common Complications

11.13.1. Prevention and Emergency Solutions
11.13.2. Bracket Recementing
11.13.3. Bracket Decementing

11.14. Lingual Orthodontics and Periodontics
11.15. Lingual Orthodontics and Microscrews
11.16. Lingual Orthodontics Retention

Module 12. Orthodontics and Orthognathic Surgery

12.1. Introduction and Diagnosis

12.1.1. Aesthetic and Functional Treatment Objectives
12.1.2. Age and Timing of Treatment
12.1.3. Patient Motivations, Expectations, and Psychology
12.1.4. Clinical Examination
12.1.5. Records Required for Orthognathic Surgery: Sagittal and Frontal Analysis

12.2. Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ), Diagnosis, and Splints in Orthognathic Surgery

12.2.1. TMJ and Surgical Orthodontics
12.2.2. Centric Relation and Orthognathic Surgery
12.2.3. Radiographic Evaluation of the TMJ
12.2.4. Progressive Condylar Resorption: Concept, Diagnosis, and Management
12.2.5. Condylar Hyperplasia as a Cause of Facial Asymmetry: Concept, Diagnosis, and Management
12.2.6. Splints and Orthognathic Surgery
12.2.7. Diagnostic Splint for Joint Pathology
12.2.8. Pre-surgical Splint to Determine True Hinge Axis
12.2.9. Pre-surgical Splint to Stabilize Condyles and Ligament
12.2.10. Pre-surgical Splint for Mandibular Midline Diagnosis

12.3. Pre-Surgical Orthodontics

12.3.1. Diagnosis and Key Considerations
12.3.2. Sagittal Problems
12.3.3. Vertical Problems
12.3.4. Asymmetrical Patients

12.4. Pre-Surgical Planning

12.4.1. Introduction to Cephalometric Predictions
12.4.2. Treatment Prediction: VTO (Visual Treatment Objective), STO (Surgical Treatment Objective)
12.4.3. Dentoalveolar and Gingival Biotype: Need for Grafting?
12.4.4. Skeletal Movements: Impact on Soft Tissues

12.5. SARPE (Surgically Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion): Indications and Limitations
12.6. Model Surgery

12.6.1. Pre-Surgical Working Models
12.6.2. Model Surgery for Single-Jaw Surgery
12.6.3. Model Surgery for Double-Jaw Surgery
12.6.4. Articulator and Axiography

12.7. Post-Surgical Treatment and Finishing

12.7.1. Immediate Post-Surgical Phase
12.7.2. Immediate Post-Orthodontic Phase
12.7.3. Post-Surgical Orthodontic Objectives and Case Finishing

Module 13. Thermoplastic Aligner Orthodontics

13.1. Introduction to Clear Aligners or Dental Aligners

13.1.1. History of Aligners
13.1.2. Current Use of Transparent Retainers

13.2. Record Keeping

13.2.1. Prior to Aligner Registrations
13.2.2. Extraoral and Intraoral Photography
13.2.3. Orthopantomography X-Ray and Lateral Skull Teleradiography
13.2.4. Taking Imprints
13.2.5. Intraoral Scanner

13.3. Attachments and Pressure Points

13.3.1. Pressure Points
13.3.2. Introduction to Attachments
13.3.3. Optimized Attachments
13.3.4. Conventional Attachments
13.3.5. Hierarchy of Attachment Placement According to the Movement to be Performed Per Tooth
13.3.6. Usual Movements, Which Prevent the Placement of Attachments
13.3.7. Attachment Placement

13.4. Aligner Movements

13.4.1. Introduction to Aligner Movements
13.4.2. Predictable and Unpredictable Aligner Movements
13.4.3. Comparing Different Movement Predictability
13.4.4. Predictable Malocclusions Using Aligners

13.5. Reviewing and Correcting the Virtual Video

13.5.1. What Can Be Seen through Virtual Video
13.5.2. How to Proceed upon Receiving the Virtual Video
13.5.3. Modifying the Virtual Video
13.5.4. Indirectly Modifying the Virtual Video

Module 14. Dental Aligner Correction in 3 Planes of Space

14.1. Correcting Sagittal Plane Malocclusions

14.1.1. Correcting Sagittal Plane Malocclusions: Class II
14.1.2. Correcting Sagittal Plane Malocclusions: Class III

14.2. Correcting Vertical Plane Malocclusions

14.2.1. Overbite
14.2.2. Open Bite

14.3. Correcting Transversal Plane Malocclusions

14.3.1. Single-Tooth Crossbite
14.3.2. Unilateral Posterior Crossbite
14.3.3. Bilateral Posterior Crossbite
14.3.4. Scissor Bite
14.3.5. Midline Discrepancy

Module 15. Transparent Splints in Orthognathic and Oral Surgery

15.1. Introduction to Preparing Surgical Patients for Transparent Splints
15.2. Added Canines
15.3. Added Teeth

Module 16. Multidisciplinary Thermoplastic Aligner Orthodontics and Case Completion

16.1. Aligners Together with Other Dental Specialties
16.2. Managing Extractions with Thermoplastic Aligner Orthodontics
16.3. Case Completion
16.4. Auxiliary Equipment

You will master the management of Malocclusions through the use of modern orthodontic techniques”