International Foundation for Dental Education
Orthodontic Management of Moderate Malocclusions Course
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The International Foundation for Dental Education (IFDE™) 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.
The International Foundation for Dental Education (IFDE™) designates this activity for 440 credit hours continuing education credits.
This continuing education activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the standards of the ADA Continuing Education Recognition Program (ADA CERP) through joint efforts between the International Foundation for Dental Education (IFDE) and the Faculty of Odonto-Stomatology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City.
How Will You Benefit from Joining the Online-Onsite Course?
This unique 24-month course uses blended learning to provide dental professionals with an opportunity to learn how to orthodontically manage patients with moderately complex malocclusions at an internationally acceptable level. By the end of the course, participants are expected to be able to recognize, diagnose, and manage the treatment of patients with simple to moderate malocclusions.
The online modules allow you to learn and study at home or work, while the onsite clinical sessions (in dedicated cities) and online supervision enable you to learn and practice patient-skills under the supervision of orthodontists recognized by the World Federation of Orthodontists (WFO).
This course does not replace post-graduate specialist programs, but it is the first step in teaching international level orthodontic care.
What Topics are Covered?
The Level 1 Course Consists of Five Online Modules and Six Onsite Sessions
Module 1: Orthodontic Diagnosis
Module 1 presents the correct way to examine patients from an orthodontic perspective. Important concepts in orthodontic examination procedures will be studied. (80 CE credits: 40 hours online, 40 hours onsite)
Original release March 2020; exp. March 2026
Module 2: Biomechanics Introduction
Module 2 introduces the basics of biomechanics as applied to orthodontic tooth movement in malocclusions of moderate severity. (80 CE credits: 40 hours online, 40 hours onsite)
Original release November 2020; exp. November 2023
Module 3: Interceptive Orthodontics
Module 3 concentrates on the orthodontic approach for the growing patient. (80 CE credits: 40 hours online, 40 hours onsite)
Original release August 2021; exp. August 2024
Module 4: Most Common Malocclusions
Module 4 highlights the most common malocclusions and their generic expressions treated by orthodontics alone. It emphasizes the importance of differential diagnosis in proper assessment of the problem presented. (80 CE credits: 40 hours online, 40 hours onsite)
Original release January 2023; exp. January 2026
Module 5: Adult Orthodontics
Module 5 presents selection criteria for adult orthodontic treatment. The interdisciplinary approach between orthodontics, periodontics, and prosthodontics is discussed to for the patient presenting challenging dental care. (80 CE credits: 40 hours online, 40 hours onsite)
Module 6: Summary, Final Case Presentations, Final Examination
Module 6 includes a summary of all modules, the final case presentations, and a final examination. (40 CE credits: 40 hours onsite)
What is Involved in the Blended Learning Course?
The Level 1 curriculum has two mandatory components: online and onsite-clinical.
Five online modules cover theory and knowledge to prepare participants to examine, treat, and explain the pros and cons of treatment options for patients with simple to moderate malocclusions.
Six onsite sessions require participants to present and discuss orthodontic evaluation and management as well as to learn and practice the clinical skills used in orthodontic care.
Each participant will also examine, treat, present, and defend two approved patient cases under the supervision of orthodontists recognized by the World Federation of Orthodontists (WFO). Most importantly, participants will learn which malocclusions are too complex for them to treat competently.
How is the Learning Material Presented?
Case Presentations
Interactive Activities
Online Articles
Reference Articles
Live Webinars
Videos
Lecture Recordings
Group Discussions
Diagnosis and Treatment Planning Sessions
Quizzes and Exams
What Will You Learn?
Upon successful completion of the online-onsite course, participants will be able to:
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Who Is This Course For?
If you are a registered dentist interested in enhancing your knowledge of basic orthodontic diagnosis and techniques, this course is for you. Only dentists registered in their respective countries will be accepted in this course.
Participants must be able to attend the onsite-clinical sessions at our partner universities in dedicated cities.
Good knowledge of English is necessary to maximize understanding and use of the material presented in this program (high TOEFL score or equivalent).
Who Will You Learn With?
JEAN-MARC RETROUVEY, DMD, MSC, FRCD
Dr. Jean-Marc Retrouvey is the Department Chair and Professor of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, USA.
He has been involved in developing an interactive curriculum to improve the diagnostic skills and treatment planning of orthodontic cases for over 15 years.
What Dental Professionals Say About This Course
This is a very effective way of distant learning as you can read the materials over and over again, knowing that all your questions will be addressed either online or during onsite sessions.
– Dr. Quyen Le Pham
I hesitated a lot before enrolling for this course, so afraid that my English is not good enough. However, the online content turned out to be quite easy to follow with clear illustrations. The onsite sessions were also great as the instructors explained carefully and we had fun with the exercise. I have applied a lot of things I learned from this course to my daily practice.
– Dr. Nga Thuy Huynh
After this course on basic orthodontics by IFDE, we could make proper records and patient file in English, conduct cephalometric analysis, assess the severity and difficulty of a case as easy, average or complicated. We now have better knowledge, ready to move ahead on our learning curve in orthodontics which may never end!
– Dr. Dien Thao Phuc Nguyen
Who Developed the Course?
The International Foundation for Dental Education (IFDE), under the leadership of Dr. Jean-Marc Retrouvey, is responsible for the course development and the creation of all online modules including but not limited to lessons, activities, videos, webinars, exercises, and quizzes.
The IDFE is a Canadian corporation based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The implementation of this online and onsite course is a joint effort of the IFDE and the department of orthodontics of the partner university. No relevant financial relationship(s) exist between IFDE and any commercial interests. Unless otherwise specified, IFDE online modules and courses are not eligible for refund or cancellation. For more information, please refer to our Terms and Conditions.
How Long is the Online-Onsite Course?
Participants should be able to complete the course’s five online modules and six onsite sessions in 18 months. However, the time to complete treatment and retention for the two patient cases required for successful course completion will take longer, about 24 months.
When Does the Next Online-Onsite Course Start?
The current online-onsite course will conclude in 2023. The onsite clinical sessions are held at the University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City. We are currently working on developing partnerships with universities in other countries. New courses will be announced on our websites.