Course 4 : Case Finishing with the Straightwire Technique
This course is set out in three easy reference modules. The course outcomes include:
- Review of DFO Treatment in the Mixed Dentition
- Principles of Straightwire Technique in Conjunction with DFO
- The Delta Force Bracket System
- Straightwire Sequence of Treatment
- Clinical Application
Course 4 : Case Finishing with the Straightwire Technique
The first course in the DFO series is divided up into three modules. There is a patient demonstration fitting brackets, archwires and ALF appliances at the end of Module 3.
Module 1 : What have we Learned so Far in the Mixed Dentition?
Module 2 : The Delta Force Bracket System
Module 3 : Straightwire Sequence of Treatment
Course 4 : Module 1
What Have we Learned so Far in the Mixed Dentition?
This module will provide a review of key topics including the DFO ethos and the distinction between skeletal and dental imbalances with guided explanation, case studies and photos. You will need this refresher as there is a steep learning curve before you move on to the next phase. We look at the goals we want to achieve during the orthopaedic stage of treating patients in the mixed dentition prior to the straight wire finishing in the permanent dentition.
Course 4 : Module 2
The Delta Force Bracket System
This module highlights the Delta Force Bracket system, which incorporates a design that allows the DFO practitioner the ability to control the friction between the archwire, bracket and elastic ligature. By varying the ligature placement, the dentist has more control over the method of sliding mechanics, which will be fully explained throughout the module part sections a through g.
Course 4 : Module 3
Straightwire Sequence of Treatment
This module will provide you with the principles of the straightwire technique in conjunction with DFO, so clinicians can readily understand when to use straightwire with appliances and how to finalise the occlusion. A patient case demonstration is included in this module.
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- Module 2a: Delta Force Bracket System Part 1 (27:00)
- Module 2b: Delta Force Brackets Part 2 (43:40)
- Module 2c: Delta Force Brackets Part 3 Ligations (15:56)
- Module 2d: Archwires (40:07)
- Module 2e: Molar Bands (14:30)
- Module 2f: Intra-Oral Elastics (18:52)
- Module 2g: Ancillary Products (21:45)
- Handouts