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Course Specification
Faculty : Dentistry
Department : Orthodontic
Program : Specification
A-Basic Information
1-Programme Title: Doctor degree of Orthodontics
2-Departments (s): Orthodontic
4-Coordinator: Ass. Prof. Nabil Shamaa
5-External Evaluator(s): Prof.Walid El-Kenani
6-Last Date of Programme Specification Approval:
B-Professional Information
1-Programme Aims
A. The postgraduate student of master degree must be professional and skillfully in
the field of orthodontia: diagnosis, treatment planner and practicing orthodontic
treatment in the field.
B. To prepare students for a career as an orthodontist in clinical practice and/or
academics.
C. To allow individuals to obtain substantial experience in clinical care, teaching and
research.
D. To fulfill the educational requirements for specialty certification by the American
Board of Orthodontic
2-Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
a- Knowledge & Understanding:
1) Recognize basic principles of craniofacial growth
2) Recognize Infection contral in Orthodontic clinics
3) Describe Mechanics of tooth movement.
4) Identify methods of gaining space.
5) Recognize Anchorage in Orthodontics.
6) Identify Surgical procedures in Orthodontics.
7) Orthognathic surgery.
8) Implants to mini-screw.
1- Genetics in Orthodontics.
2- Cosmetic contouring in Orthodontics.
3- Detrimental effects of Orthodontic treatment.
a- Scope of development and growth of head & face.
b- Divisions of growth and development.
c- Theories of bone growth.
d- Concepts of bone growth.
e- Methods of studying physical growth and development.
f- Matretial used in Orthodontics – Introduction and Archwire Materials.
g- Bracket Material and Auxiliary Force Delivery Systems.
h- Impression Materials.
i- Luting Materials.
j- Adhesion Promoters and Bonding Materials.
k- Orthodontic instruments.
l- Variables affecting physical growth.
1. Prenatal growth of cranium, facial and oral structures.
2. Postnatal growth of craniofacial complex.
3. Maturation of orofacial musculature.
4. Morphological Development of dentition.
5. Occlusion in orthodontics.
6. Diagnostic aids – case history and clinical examination.
7. Orthodontic study models.
8. Cephalometrics – landmarks and analyses.
9. Diagnostic radiographs and photographs.
10.Maturity indicators.
11.Computerized diagnostic systems.
12.Etiology of malocclusion – Classifications.
13.Etiology of malocclusion – General factors.
14.Etiology of malocclusion – Local factors.
15.Biology of tooth movement.
Dental public health aspects of Orthodontics.
b-Intellectual Skills:
1. Compare different classes of alterations in biologic activities.
2. Differentiate between Retention and relapse in orthodontics.
C-Professional and Practical Skills
Students gain experience in the treatment of patients with all types of dentofacial
deformities. A broad mastery of alternative techniques with different variations of the
Edgewise and different techniques appliance is emphasized, along with modern forms of
removable appliances. Treatment is provided for adults, adolescents, and children.
Students also provide orthodontic treatment in complex rehabilitation cases in
coordination with graduate students in prosthodontics, periodontics, endodontics, and
pediatric dentistry. Surgical orthognathic cases are treated in conjunction with oral and
maxillofacial surgery residents at the Faculty of Dentistry- Suez Canal University.
d-General and Transferable Skills
1. Self learning through researches.
2. Uses of the internet and multimedia.
3. Manage time and resources and set priorities.
4. Use information technology as a means of communication ,for data collection and
analysis , and for self-directed learning
5. Analyze and resolve problems, and deal with uncertainty;
6. Manage their learning in the context of establishing a philosophy of continuing
professional development
7. Acquires, analyze, process and communicate information in a scientific manner to
solve
8. Problems and to guide clinical decision –making
9. Evaluate the evidence published in refereed scientific journals and other
publications for sound experimental design and statistical analysis ,
10.Evaluate the validity of claims related to products or techniques.
11.Recognize when it is appropriate to refer for specialist help and advice .
E - Attitude:
1. Respects the role of staff, co staff, and patients
2. Communicate effectively and ethically with patients and other health
professionals and the public
3. Communicate effectively at all levels in both the scientific and professional
contexts using verbal , non- verbal and written means;
4. work effectively as members of a team;
5. Exercise initiative and personal responsibility and learn the basic concepts of
quality.
3-Academic Standards
3a- National Academic Standards: There are no particular National Academic Reference
Standards (NARS). The program taught at the Faculty is approved by the Supreme
Council for Universities in Egypt. Any modifications in the program require approval of
the Dental Education Committee.
3b- External References for Standards (Benchmarks)
-External References for Standards (Benchmarks)
College of Dentistry Ohio University
3c-Comparison of provision to External References
4- Curriculum Structure and Contents
5- Programme Courses
Course
Written
Clinical
Oral
Practical
Ortho.
Diagnosis
70
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30
Ortho.
Instruments
70
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30
Ortho.
70
Complications
-
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30
Laboratory &
Clinical
Ortho.
60
120
20
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6-Programme Admission Requirements
Student must hold Master Degree of Orthodontics from accepted University. The
student must obtain the agreement of his job authority to fulfill the degree. Also, he
must have an acceptance from his job authority to be full time attendance in the faculty.
7-Regulations for progression and program completion
Student must fulfill requirements required for completion of the program. He must
prepare a thesis provide that add new vision in the field of research of Orthodontics. The
student must be ready for presenting his thesis after two years. He must participate in a
research project, suitable for presentation at the Faculty Conference and eventual
publication. The exam is held twice per year; in April and November. Student must
counterclaim with a request to the Orthodontic Department at least two months before
the date of the exam; to have an acceptance. Students must pass in all the courses. In
order that a student passes in a course, his grades should be at least 60% of the total
exam grades.