PREREQUISITES

• Airway, Malocclusion, and Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment
• Phase I Arch Development – Part I: Expanders vs. Braces
• Phase I Arch Development – Part II: Diagnosis & Treatment Planning
• Phase I Arch Development – Part III: The Bonding Process
• Phase I Arch Development Part IV: Treatment Visits

This is a self-study course that can be started and stopped at your leisure!

SUMMARY OF COURSE CONTENT

This 6.5-hour CE course* will review:

• • The proper technique to use when removing braces on patients in the mixed dentition.
  • The ideal methods for removing adhesive and recontouring teeth after the braces have been removed.
  • Post-treatment records.
  • How to preform an efficient and effective Debond Conference.
  • Correspondence to send to the parent(s) and PCD after treatment is complete.
  • The importance of using 3D technology for intraoral scans & printing models.
  • The material and design to use when fabricating Phase I retainers.
  • In-house lab workflows to ensure efficient and accurate retainer fabrication.
  • The frequency and duration of Phase I retention visits.
  • When and how to adjust Phase I retainers to both facilitate the unimpeded eruption of the permanent teeth and minimize extra-care visits.
  • When and how to determine if a patient needs Phase II treatment, and how to communicate this to the patient and parent(s).
  • How to manage indefinite retention once all the permanent teeth have erupted for a patient who does not need a second phase of treatment.
  • The degree to which Phase I arch development simplifies a second phase of orthodontic treatment in the event that additional treatment is indicated.
• Numerous cases, clinical videos, and patient testimonials will be shown.

*DeLuke Orthodontic Coaching, LLC is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

The primary educational objectives of this course are to:

• Explain, in detail, the proper technique for removing full braces on patients in the mixed dentition, including:
  • Preparing the patient for the visit.
  • Removal of the braces from loose primary teeth and teeth with stainless steel crowns.
  • Adhesive removal (including bite ramps & turbos) and esthetic recontouring.
• Describe the proper way to conduct a Debond Conference to educate the parent(s) on what was accomplished during treatment, as well as discuss the retention process and possible need for a second phase of treatment in the future.
• Review what information should be sent to the parent(s) and PCD after Phase I treatment is complete.
• Review the retainer fabrication process, including:
  • Developing an intra-office workflow for in-house retainer fabrication.
  • What material to use and how to design the retainers to maximize efficacy, comfort, fit, compliance, durability, and adjustability.
  • How to account for challenging clinical situations (i.e. ectopic teeth, loose primary teeth).
• Demonstrate how to manage the Phase I retention process to maximize efficiency and efficacy, including:
  • The frequency and duration of retainer wear.
  • The frequency and duration of Retainer Check appointments.
  • The procedure(s) to perform at each Retainer Check visit.
• Explain how to determine if/when a patient is ready for Phase II and the scripting to use when discussing this with patients and parents.
• Review the steps to take when a second phase of treatment is not necessary.
• Present numerous patient cases to demonstrate that Phase I archwire expansion:
  • Is stable.
  • Minimizes the need for additional treatment.
  • Simplifies additional treatment in the event that it is necessary.

GENERAL COURSE INFORMATION

• Course Cost: $645
• DeLuke Orthodontic Coaching, LLC designates this activity for 6.5 continuing education credits.
• Original Release Date: April 10, 2023
• Expiration Date: April 10, 2025
• Refund/Cancellation Policy: No refunds – all course purchases are final.
• Teaching Methods: Electronically Mediated Online Course
• Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to the Commission for Continuing Education Provider Recognition at CCEPR.ADA.org.

INSTRUCTOR QUALIFICATIONS

Michael K. DeLuke, DDS, MDS
Board Certified Orthodontist
President, DeLuke Orthodontics
Owner, DeLuke Orthodontic Coaching

CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

DeLuke Orthodontic Coaching is a for-profit dental CE Provider