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ORTHODONTICS & DENTOFACIAL ORTHOPEDICS (OR)

SDM OR 760 Orthodontics in General Dentistry
A review of orthodontics in general dentistry focusing on recognition and diagnosis of malocclusions, interceptive orthodontics, space maintenance, and realignment of space. Dr. Kapala. .5 cr, 2nd sem.

SDM OR 803 Craniofacial Growth and Development
This course offers a clinically relevant understanding of craniofacial growth and development for the orthodontist. Topics include how malocclusion develops and how growth can be modified during treatment of malocclusion. Attention is focused on growth and development of the face, the occlusion and the dental arches, and biomechanical strategies used to facilitate optimal growth outcomes. Orthodontic faculty. 2 cr, 1st and 2nd sem. 30 hours

SDM OR 805 Orthodontic Seminar I
A six-part course for first-year residents comprising the following seminars: Various faculty, 20 cr, 1st and 2nd sem. 300 hours.

  • OR 805.1 Orientation to Orthodontics: Reading, PPT presentations and discussion for orientation. Dr. Dietz. 4 cr, 1st sem, 60 hours
  • OR 805.2 Biomechanics: Theories & principles of orthodontic biomechanics and dentofacial orthopedics. Orthodontic faculty. 2 cr, 1st and 2nd sem. 30 hours
  • OR 805.3 Diagnosis & Treatment Planning: Developing basic skills in orthodontic diagnosis & treatment planning. Dr. Blau. 4 cr, 1st and 2nd sem. 60 hours
  • OR 805.4 Scope of Orthodontics: Examination of the rationale for clinical orthodontics. Dr. Drizen. 5 cr, 1st and 2nd sem. 80 hours
  • OR 805.5 Literature Review: Current topics related to orthodontic clinical practice. Dr. Dietz. 4 cr, 1st and 2nd sem. 60 hours
  • OR 805.6 Review ABO Reading List: Preparation for ABO phase 2 and annual assessment exams. Dr. Dietz. 1 cr, 2nd sem. 20 hours

SDM OR 820 Orthodontic Documentation
This course is designed to provide the resident with the skills necessary to secure and prepare orthodontic records and to document comprehensively problems related to oral-facial health and malocclusion. Initial topics include intra- and extra-oral photography, impression techniques, model trimming, radiology techniques, and cephalometric analysis. Case write-ups are emphasized using the American Board of Orthodontics case presentation format. Dr Dietz. 1 cr, 1st and 4th sem. 20 hours

SDM OR 821 Orthodontics Seminar II
A five-part course for second year residents comprising the following seminars: Drs. Blau, Walker and Dietz, 8 cr, 3rd and 4th sem. 140 hours

  • OR 821.1 Case Review: Developing proficient skills in diagnosis, treatment planning and case review. Drs. Blau and Walker. 4 cr, 3rd and 4th sem. 60 hours
  • OR 821.2 Practice Alternatives After Graduation: Topics related to establishing a private orthodontic practice. Dr. Blau. 1 cr, 3rd sem. 20 hours
  • OR 821.3 Practice Management: Topics related to the efficient management of a private orthodontic practice. Dr. Blau. 1 cr, 4th sem. 20 hours
  • OR 821.4 Non-Bracket Therapy: Selecting cases, prescribing and administering Invisalign therapy. Dr. Blau. 1 cr, 3rd and 4 h sem. 20 hours
  • OR 821.5 Review ABO Reading List. Preparation for ABO phase 2 exam and annual assessment exams. Dr. Dietz. 1 cr, 4th sem. 20 hours

SDM OR 822 Surgical Orthodontics
Surgical orthodontic lectures and seminars discussing the diagnosis, treatment planning, and treatment of dentofacial deformities. Emphasis is on differentiating skeletal from dental malocclusion and the application of orthodontic and surgical strategies for the most efficacious surgical-orthodontic patient care. Dr. Dietz. 2 cr, 1st and 2nd sem. 30 hours

SDM OR 900 Histopathology of Tooth Movement
This course examines the relationship between the observed clinical events in tooth movement and orthopedic jaw movement and the nature of the associated physiological events. The physiology of bone as a mineralized tissue and the process of alveolar bone change are explored. Orthodontic faculty. 1 cr, 1 st sem. 20 hours

SDM OR 911, 912 Orthodontics Clinical Practice
Supervised clinical practice in orthodontics and in outpatient orthodontic clinic. Drs. Gianelly, Dietz, and faculty. 32 cr, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th sem.

SDM OR 920 Seminar: Literature Review
A weekly seminar concentrating on critical evaluation of current and classical orthodontic literature. Provides residents with the foundation necessary to take the American Board of Orthodontics exam. Dr. Gianelly. 6 cr, 3rd and 4th sem. 90 hours

SDM OR 990 Research: Orthodontics
The Orthodontic CAGS program requires a research project be completed during the 25-month training program if a MSD, DScD or PhD academic degree has not been completed at Boston University School of Dental Medicine. The CAGS program research is guided by faculty and entails a critical review of the literature, developing a hypothesis, statistical analysis, and interpretation of data. A written research paper partially satisfies requirements for the CAGS. 2 cr, 3rd and 4th sem.

SDM OR 991, 992, 993, 994 Research: Orthodontics
Guided investigation of the field of orthodontics or its related preclinical sciences. Partially satisfies requirements for the MSD or DScD. Selected preceptor. 16 cr, 1st-8th sem.