Information Package

Ph.D. on Orthodontics

ORT724

MATERIALS IN ORTHODONTICS

Course Code
ORT724
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. Choose the appropriate material for clinical use.
  2. Store the materials in recommended ways
  3. Protect both himself and the patient from potential side effects.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsIn order for the student to understand this course adequately, it is recommended to take Edgewise Treatment Technique (ORT711).
Course DescriptionBasic concepts in the properties of orthodontic materials and rules for the proper clinical handling of materials will be studied. Basic metallurgy and physical principles will be explained detail including the concept of biocompatibility.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Basic properties of orthodontic materals
2nd Week Basic properties of orthodontic materals
3rd Week Methods for testing orthodontic materials
4th Week Ortodontic wires
5th Week Ortodontic brackets
6th Week Friction
7th Week Elastomeric materials
8th Week Etching
9th Week Principles of adhesion
10th Week Basic properties of composites
11th Week Cements in orthodontics
12th Week Biocompatibility
13th Week Biocompatibility
14th Week Allergic reactions
Recommended or Required Reading(1) Brantley W, Eliades T. Orthodontic Materials: Scientific and Clinical Aspects. Georg Thieme Verlag, 1st ed, 2001.
(2) Graber T, Wanarsdall R, Vig C. Orthodontics: Current Principles and Techniques. Elsevier Inc , 5th ed, 2011.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Presentation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Presentation of Book 1 30
Total(%) 30
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 30
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 70
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 1.5 21
Preparation for Final exam 1 8 8
Course hours 14 4 56
Preparation for Midterm exam
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework
Article Presentation 2 1 2
Article 2 1 2
Total Work Load90
Total Work Load / 30 (h)3
ECTS Credit of the Course3
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
LO1 LO2 LO3
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K2
K3
K4 X X X
K5
K6
K7
K8
K9 X X X