Abstract

Mastering the Efficiency in Case Finishing

by Akyalcin Sercan

Orthodontic malocclusions, specifically skeletal Class II and open bites, present unique challenges for orthodontists to diagnose and treat efficiently. Many of these challenges relate to the wide diversity of the clinical presentation and complicating factors such as incisor position and torque, the need for transverse expansion, and vertical management of the case. In this course, the participants will be trained to diagnose and treat the patients with the “end-in-mind” approach. The course will focus on the case finishing from multiple aspects. The attendees will be instructed to identify the individual needs of their patients and customize their mechanotherapy by growth patterns, skeletal objectives, and targeted tooth movement. Case demonstrations will be used to explain the improvements in the smile and face as a direct result of mechanotherapy. Clinical pearls will be shared about modifying the appliances, incorporating segmental mechanics, and utilizing temporary anchorage devices when necessary.

Learning Objectives

After this lecture, you will be able to design objectives for the transverse and anteroposterior plane changes.
After this lecture, you will be able to recognize the importance of remaining growth and mechanotherapy for vertical control and management.
After this lecture, you will be able to learn to practice with increased efficiency and the end-in-mind approach for excellent case finishes.