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Diagnosis, Development
and Treatment Planning
Instructor
Dr. Stephen Schalk
Course Length
10 hours
CE Credits
10 hours
What Is This
Course?
This course, instructed by Dr. Stephen Schalk, explores the intricacies of diagnosing and developing orthodontic treatment plans. By examining facial types, muscle roles, and smile aesthetics, it prepares dental professionals to understand the foundational elements of orthodontics, sidestepping specific treatment methods like aligner therapy for a focus on core principles.
Topics & Lessons
LESSON Course Introduction
LESSON 1 Introduction to Sassouni's facial types
LESSON 2 The Role of muscles in development
LESSON 3 Cephalometrics, CBCT, and the effects of dentition on the face
LESSON 4 Patterns of growth and general growth considerations
LESSON 5 Timing of treatment
LESSON 6 Chief complaint and smile esthetics
LESSON 7 Occlusal considerations and muscular goals
LESSON 8 Treatment plan considerations
LESSON 9 Final Assessment
Meet your instructor
Dr. Stephen Schalk
Dr. Schalk, a 2014 University of Alberta DDS graduate, specialized in orthodontics and is the world's youngest GP Invisalign Diamond provider.
He owns three dental clinics, speaks globally, and is an industry opinion leader. His research includes digital monitoring of clear aligners for the SRED Program, and he previously served on the board of the American Academy of Clear Aligners.
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