Orthodontic Training Course For Dental Hygienist/Assistant

This is a unique Orthodontic Training Course for Dental Hygienist/Assistant who are looking to hone in their skills in an orthodontic or a general practice.

It is designed to update hygienist and assistant’s knowledge of orthodontic theory and the most current and cutting edge procedures, like the use of Invisalign, Lingual braces and Accelerated tooth movement.

Growth, development and the etiology of malocclusions are integrated with clinical aspects of practice (including placement and the use of bands, brackets, archwire types and bends). Focus on the significance of diagnostic records in the design of treatment plans.

Why Choose Our Course?

• One-on-one training – we train one hygienist/assistant at a time in our clinical environment rotating all 3 instructors for diverse practical skills development.
• All procedures are performed on our patients, not on typodonts, under close supervision of an Orthodontist and our clinical staff.
• Clinical skills are taught in a logical sequence of an every-day-orthodontic-office-flow.
• Theoretical lectures and clinical manuals available for e-access upon registration. All questions and review of theoretical materials will be conducted over lunch hours.
• Two consecutive weeks totalling 50 hours of hands-on training and 20 hours of theory (Tues-Thur from 9am-6pm).See Course Outline.
• Due to on-going COVID-19 concerns and varied governing body regulations, course participants will be provided one reusable shield and one disposable mask per day for the duration of the course. Participants may also bring their own PPE based on their comfort level.
• Participants will be provided an accredited certificate upon course completion and 50 CE credits.