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Ph.D. on Orthodontics

ORT722

ADVANCED CEPHALOMETRICS AND 3-DIMENSIONAL ANALYSIS METHODS

Course Code
ORT722
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
2 + 2
ECTS
3
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelDoctorate Of Science
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS3
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Superimpose lateral and postero-anterior cephalometric films.
  2. Knows and applies advanced cephalometric anaysis systems used in surgery patients.
  3. Develops the ability to use and interpret 3D images.
  4. Design and use cephalometric methods for scientific researches.
  5. Learn how to use digital tracing programmes.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsIn order for the student to understand this course adequately, it is recommended to take Craniofacial Growth-Development and Etiology (ORT710) and Cephalometrics (ORT712) courses, which provide basic information about cephalometry.
Course DescriptionApplication of advanced analysis methods used in surgical patients and measurement and interpretation of 3D images
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Ricketts analysis
2nd Week Epker analysis
3rd Week Arnett analysis
4th Week Application of Arnett analysis on an exemplary case
5th Week Teaching the functions of the digital tracing programme
6th Week Cephalometric analysis using digital tracing programme
7th Week Cephalometric superimposition methods
8th Week Björk's structural superimposition method (Total and local)
9th Week Applying Björk's structural superimposition method on cases
10th Week Cephalometric superimposition using digital tracing programme
11th Week Growth prediction methods
12th Week Growth prediction using digital tracing programme
13th Week 3-dimensional imaging methods
14th Week Acquiring images using CBCT images and 3D cephalometric analysis
Recommended or Required Reading(1) Jacobson A, Radiographic Cephalometry, Quintissence Books, 1995.
(2) Athanasiou A, Orthodontic Cephalometry, Mosby-Wolfe, 1995.
(3) Literature
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Case Study
  • Practice
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Practice 2 40
Total(%) 40
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 40
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 60
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 14 1 14
Preparation for Final exam 1 12 12
Course hours 14 4 56
Preparation for Midterm exam
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 2 2
Homework
Performance Practice 5 1 5
Total Work Load89
Total Work Load / 30 (h)2.96
ECTS Credit of the Course3
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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