Course in Orthodontics & Functional Jaw Orthopaedics

General Objectives
To diagnose, plan, and carry out treatments for Class I, II, III, and multidisciplinary cases.

To understand and master the use of:

• Self-ligating systems
• Functional Jaw Orthopaedics
• Aesthetic aligners
• Inter-radicular mini-implants
• MARPE
• Class III correction with mini-implants
• Filo Invisible System
• Applied biomechanics and segmented arch
• Digital workflow in orthodontics
• Lingual orthodontics
• Laser application in orthodontics

Specific Objectives
Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:

• Apply the techniques learned in simulated practice and in real clinical settings with patients, ensuring the integration of theoretical knowledge into everyday orthodontic practice.

Module 1

Orthodontic Diagnostic Study
Workload: 24 hours (theoretical)
Instructor: Dr Rita Baratela Thurler

Module 2

Orthodontic Cephalometry
Workload: 16 hours (theoretical), 8 hours (laboratory)
Instructor: Dr André Veronezi

Module 3

Prescription of Brackets and Orthodontic Accessories
Workload: 16 hours (theoretical), 8 hours (laboratory)
Instructor: Dr Rita Baratela Thurler

Module 4

Self-ligating Appliance – Fundamentals and Clinical Planning
Workload: 16 hours (theoretical), 8 hours (laboratory)
Instructor: Dr Liliana Maltagliati

Module 5

Initial Phase: Alignment, Leveling and Expansion
Workload: 16 hours (theoretical), 8 hours (laboratory)
Instructor: Dr Liliana Maltagliati

Module 6

Retraction Biomechanics in Orthodontics
Workload: 16 hours (theoretical), 8 hours (laboratory)
Instructor: Dr Liliana Maltagliati

Module 7

Fundamentals of Orthodontic Mini-implants
Workload: 8 hours (theoretical), 8 hours (laboratory), 8 hours (clinical)
Instructor: Dr Sérgio Cury

Module 8

Biomechanics and Clinical Applications of Mini-implants
Workload: 8 hours (theoretical), 8 hours (laboratory), 8 hours (clinical)
Instructor: Dr Sérgio Cury

Module 9

Expanders in Mixed and Permanent Dentition
Workload: 16 hours (theoretical), 8 hours (clinical)
Instructors: Dr Rita Baratela Thurler & Prof Dr Fabio Michelleti

Module 10

Anteroposterior Malocclusions – Class II and Class III
Workload: 16 hours (theoretical), 8 hours (clinical)
Instructor: Dr André Veronezi

Module 11

Treatment of Vertical Malocclusions
Workload: 16 hours (theoretical), 8 hours (clinical)
Instructor: Dr Silvia Reis

Module 12

Indirect Orthodontic Bonding
Workload: 8 hours (theoretical), 8 hours (laboratory), 8 hours (clinical)
Instructor: Dr Rita Baratela Thurler

Module 13

Orthodontic Aligners
Workload: 12 hours (theoretical), 4 hours (laboratory), 8 hours (clinical)
Instructors: Dr Priscila Rodrigues da Silva & Dr Pedro Paulo Dalla

Module 14

Orthodontic Aligners
Workload: 12 hours (theoretical), 4 hours (laboratory), 8 hours (clinical)
Instructors: Dr Priscila Rodrigues da Silva & Dr Pedro Paulo Dalla

Module 15

Orthodontic Aligners
Workload: 16 hours (theoretical), 8 hours (clinical)
Instructors: Dr Priscila Rodrigues da Silva & Dr Pedro Paulo Dalla

Module 16

Orthodontic Aligners
Workload: 16 hours (theoretical), 8 hours (clinical)
Instructors: Dr Priscila Rodrigues da Silva & Dr Pedro Paulo Dalla

Module 17

Lingual Orthodontics – Simplified and Digital Techniques
Workload: 12 hours (theoretical), 4 hours (laboratory), 8 hours (clinical)
Instructor: Dr Rita Baratela Thurler

Module 18

Bruxism and TMD (Temporomandibular Disorders)
Workload: 16 hours (theoretical), 8 hours (clinical)
Instructor: Dr Adriana Lira

Module 19

Traction of Impacted Canines / Orthodontic Treatment of Patients with Dental Agenesis
Workload: 16 hours (theoretical), 8 hours (clinical)
Instructor: Dr André Veronezi

Module 20

Biomechanics with Segmented Arches
Workload: 16 hours (theoretical), 8 hours (clinical)
Instructor: Dr Sarah Miquelão

Module 21

Finishing and Retention in Orthodontics
Workload: 16 hours (theoretical), 8 hours (clinical)
Instructor: Dr Telma Araújo

Module 22

Gingivoplasty
Workload: 16 hours (theoretical), 8 hours (clinical)
Instructor: Dr Sabrina Botelho

Module 23

Presentation of Final Scientific Project
Workload: 16 hours (theoretical), 8 hours (clinical)
Instructor: Dr Rita Baratela Thurler

Course Assessment and Certification Rules

ASSESSMENT:
All trainees attending this course will be subject to the following types of assessment, in accordance with the MQAF — Manual for the Quality of Training Activity, approved by DGERT (the state body that has certified TMCS.LDA as a recognised Training Entity).

Initial/Diagnostic Assessment:
Carried out through curriculum analysis and an interview with the trainee, prior to starting the course.

Interim/Module Assessment:
At the end of each module, two types of assessment will be applied:

• Qualitative Evaluation of the training delivered, through forms to be completed by both the trainees and the trainer.

• Quantitative Evaluation of the trainees’ learning, in the form of a test or practical exercise, resulting in an individual grade (on a scale from 0 to 20).

Final Course Assessment:
Consists of a summative assessment of all modules, also taking into account each trainee’s attendance. This results in a final individual grade (on a scale from 0 to 20), which will be included on the certificate issued by SIGO and Dental School, TMCS.LDA.

CERTIFICATION:
At the end of the training, trainees are entitled to a Training Certificate, under the terms of Regulatory Decree No. 35/2002, as well as certification recognised and issued by SIGO (government entity), pursuant to Decree-Law No. 14/2017 of 26 January.

• To hold a higher education degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s).
• Prior and mandatory completion of the Admission Form.
• Submission of the following documents:
• • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Degree Certificate
  • Copy of Citizen Card/Identity Card and Tax Identification Number (NIF)
  • Copy of OMD card or, if a foreign applicant, Dentist Registration from the local Dental Council
  • Civil Liability Insurance (if applicable — only for courses with a clinical practice component)