Course:
Orthofellowship: Straight Wire Mechanics-Special Emphasis on Deep Bite Cases-Module 6, Course 1
Continuing Education Credits:
1 CE
Course Presenter(s):
Jim PrittinenEducation Methods:
Subject Code:
370
Category:
Date Added:
2/7/2024
Course Overview
This course will discuss what constitutes a mild, moderate, and severe deep bite as well as the various techniques of correcting these Orthodontic challenges. The basics of wire bending will be reviewed and how to use reverse curve wires effectively when treating deep bite cases. The clinical implications of incorporating reverse curve wires into treatment will be explained. How to treat a deep bite in mixed dentition cases with tip back mechanics will also be detailed.
Course Objectives
1. Differentiate between a mild, moderate, and severe deep bite Orthodontic case.
2. Identify when to intrude anterior teeth or extrude posterior teeth when treating a deep bite Orthodontic case.
3. Bend stainless steel reverse curve wires and anticipate the clinical impact that these wires will produce.
Course Instructors
Jim Prittinen
Dr. James Prittinen graduated from the University of Minnesota Dental School in 1981, and practiced general dentistry in Virginia, MN. Dr. Prittinen began doing orthodontics in 1984 and has been a US...See Bio
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