May 19, 2024  
2020-2021 Graduate Catalog 
    
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Courses - School of Dental Medicine


School of Dental Medicine

Courses

  • ORTH 8001 - Introduction to Orthodontics


    Credits 4

    An introduction and overview of the specialty of orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics to prepare the orthodontic resident for advanced education in this dental specialty.

  • ORTH 8011 - Cephalometrics


    Credits 2

    To discuss the history, development and the use of cephalometrics in clinical orthodontic practice. This course will cover the basic principles of Cephalometric analysis and describe developing as well as established skeletal Class I, II & III discrepancies.

  • ORTH 8102 - Clinical Specialty Seminars I


    Credits 2

    Clinical Specialty Seminars I

  • ORTH 8103 - Clinical Specialty Seminars II


    Credits 3

    A continuation and progressing advanced level of the one-hour clinical seminars that will proceed all clinical sessions. The purpose of these seminars is for the faculty to preview the daily clinic schedule and prepare the residents for the proceedures to be performed during that clinic session.

  • ORTH 8104 - Clinical Specialty Seminars III


    Credits 3

    A continuation and progressing advanced level of the one-hour clinical seminars that will proceed all clinical sessions. The purpose of these seminars is for the faculty to preview the daily clinic schedule and prepare the residents for the procedures to be performed during that clinic session.

  • ORTH 8201 - Introduction to Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 4

    An introduction and overview of the three-hour clinical sessions during which the residents will screen, diagnose, treatment plan and treat and/or manage the orthodontic malocclusions of their patients, under the supervision of the attending orthodontic clinical faculty. Clinical attire, policies, procedures and professionalism will be discussed.

  • ORTH 8202 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 6

    A continuation and progressing advanced level of the three-hour clinical sessions during which the resident will screen, diagnose, treatment plan and treat and/ or manage the orthodontic malocclusions of their patients, under the supervision of the attending orthodontic clinical faculty.

  • ORTH 8203 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 6

    A continuation and progressing advanced level of the three-hour clinical sessions during which the residents will screen, diagnose, treatment plan and treat and/or manage the orthodontic maloclusions of their patients under the supervision of the attending orthodontic clinical faculty.

  • ORTH 8204 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 6

    A continuation and progressing advanced level of the clinical sessions which provides the resident a more advanced level of material regarding orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment. These clinical sessions are used to further evaluate residents diagnostic and treatment planning skills as well as their execution of the treatment plan. Progress is measured by interaction with attending faculty.

  • ORTH 8205 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 6

    A continuation and progressively-advanced level of three-hour clinical sessions during which the residents will screen, diagnose, treatment plan and treat and/or manage the orthodontic malocclusions of their patients under the supervision of the attending orthodontic clinical faculty.

  • ORTH 8206 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 12

    A continuation and progressively-advanced level of three-hour clinical sessions during which the residents will screen, diagnose, treatment plan and treat and/or manage the orthodontic malocclusions of their patients, under the supervision of the attending orthodontic clinical faculty.

  • ORTH 8207 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 12

    This course provides Orthodontics Residents a more advanced level of material regarding orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment. Residents build on their previous knowledge and experience. Residents are taught various finishing techniques and how to choose the proper retention per individual cases. Actual progress is compared to pretreatment projections. If progress is not on schedule, causes and solutions are discussed and changes are implemented as needed. Residents must prepare ABO written presentations for their 6 finished cases.

    Grading
    S/F grading

  • ORTH 8208 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 1

    Advanced level of clinical education regarding orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and provision of treatment built on previous knowledge and experience. Various treatment techniques, pros and cons are discussed in developing treatment plans, options and prognosis. Progress schedule, causes and solutions are discussed and changes are implemented as needed. 

    Grading
    S/F grading

  • ORTH 8209 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 1

    Advanced level of clinical education regarding orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and provision of treatment built on previous knowledge and experience. Various treatment techniques, pros and cons are discussed in developing treatment plans, options and prognosis. Progress schedule, causes and solutions are discussed and changes are implemented as needed. 

    Grading
    S/F grading

  • ORTH 8210 - Clinic Orthodontics


    Credits 1

    Advanced level of clinical education regarding orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and provision of treatment built on previous knowledge and experience. Various treatment techniques, pros and cons are discussed in developing treatment plans, options and prognosis. Progress schedule, causes and solutions are discussed and changes are implemented as needed. 

    Grading
    S/F grading

  • ORTH 8415 - Advanced Biomedical Sciences


    Credits 2

     This advanced continuum provides an in-depth update in clinically related topics in growth and development, oral and maxillofacial pathology, oral medicine, and systemic diseases that affect the oral cavity.   

    Prerequisites
    ORTH 8414

  • ORTH 8512 - Biomechanical Principles


    Credits 2

    The biomechanics course aims to teach the first year orthodontic residents basic principles of tooth movement. It will include definitions of force vectors, force application and various biological responses based on mechanical principles.

  • ORTH 8513 - Growth and Development


    Credits 2

    GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

    Grading
    Letter grade

  • ORTH 8515 - Orthognathic Surgery


    Credits 2

    Discussion of ethical issues and patient management as well as familiarize residents with clinical integration of dental specialties in preparation for the written QE board exams.

    Grading
    S/F

  • ORTH 8518 - Orthodontic Materials


    Credits 2

    This course is comprised of seminar discussions of materials used in the practice of orthodontics. Students will demonstrate an understanding of: the characterization of contemporary materials, methods of testing, clinical use, and health and safety concerns with the use of common materials. This course will also provide the foundation for developing a research project involving orthodontic materials.

  • ORTH 8602 - Diagnosis, Treatment Planning and Case Presentation


    Credits 4

    A comprehensive in depth study of orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and ABO case reports of patients treated by orthodontic residents in our clinic. This will be accomplished in a seminar format where residents will present their case reports to fellow residents and faculty.

  • ORTH 8603 - Diagnosis & Treatment Plan


    Credits 4

    A comprehensive in depth study of orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and ABO case reports of patients treated by orthodontic residents in our clinic.  This will be accomplished in a seminar format where residents will present their case reports to fellow residents and faculty

  • ORTH 8604 - Diagnosis & Treatment Plan


    Credits 4

    A comprehensive in depth study of orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and ABO case reports of patients treated by orthodontic residents in our clinic. This will be accomplished in a seminar format where residents will present their case reports to fellow residents and faculty.

  • ORTH 8605 - Diagnosis, Treatment Planning and Case Presentation


    Credits 4

    A comprehensive in depth study of orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) case reports of patients treated by orthodontic residents in our clinic. This will be accomplished in a seminar format where residents will present their case reports to fellow residents and faculty, followed by a comprehensive discussion of every case.

  • ORTH 8606 - Diagnosis, Treatment Plan and Case Presentation


    Credits 8

    DIAGNOSIS, TREATMENT PLAN AND CASE PRESENTATION

  • ORTH 8607 - Diagnosis & Treatment Plan


    Credits 4

    A comprehensive in depth study, diagnosis, treatment planning and ABO case reports of patients treated by orthodontic residents in our clinic. This will be accomplished in a seminar format where residents will present their case reports to fellow residents and faculty

    Notes
    S/F grading

  • ORTH 8803 - Literature Review/Journal Club


    Credits 2

    Introduction to analyzing and understanding literature in orthodontics, including classification of study designs, hypothesis testing, scientific writing, analysis and interpretation of data, and critical evaluation of the literature. Residents participate in critical review of research in orthodontics and craniofacial biology throughout their education and in preparation for the ABO examination.

  • ORTH 8804 - Literature Review/Journal Club


    Credits 2

    A continuation and progressively advanced level of analyzing and understanding literature in orthodontics, including classification of study designs, hypothesis testing, scientific writing, analysis and interpretation of data, and critical evaluation of the literature. Residents participate in critical review of research in orthodontics and craniofacial biology throughout their education and in preparation for the American Board of Orthodontics certification examination.

  • ORTH 8805 - Literature Review


    Credits 2

    LITERATURE REVIEW/JOURNAL CLUB

    Grading
    S/F

  • ORTH 8808 - Literature Review IV


    Credits 1

    A continuation and progressively-advanced level of analyzing and understanding literature in orthodontics including, classification of study design, hypothesis testing, scientific writing, analysis and interpretation of data, and critical evaluation of the literature.

  • ORTH 8910 - Craniofacial Anomalies


    Credits 2

    Introduce diagnostic and treatment planning principles of interdisciplinary team aproach, as well as, provide a sound basis for clinical examination, diagnosis and team management of patients with severe malocclusion associated with birth defects and craniofacial anomalies.

  • PGDE 8312 - Independent Research I


    Credits 3

  • PGDE 8313 - Independent Research II


    Credits 3

    A continuation and progressing advanced level of the research requirements, facilities and direction necessary for the orthodontic residents to successfully complete their advanced education in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics. 

  • PGDE 8314 - Independent Research III


    Credits 3

    Independent Research III

  • PGDE 8314 - Independent Research III


    Credits 1

    Independent Research III

    Grading
    S/F

  • PGDE 8315 - Independent Research III


    Credits 3

    This course continues with advanced levels of research and scientific methodology.  Topics include literature analysis, institutional review board (IRB), informed consent, experimental design, basic statistics, method development, data analysis and reporting.

  • PGDE 8316 - Independent Research


    Credits 3

    At the conclusion of this course, the Orthodontic Resident will be able to:

    1. Understand the scientific method as it applies to critical review of the literature and research design

    2. Understand literature search techniques and strategies as well as the different levels of research publications ranging from opinions, case reports, blinded studies, prospective research, randomized controlled clinical studies to systematic reviews.

    3. Complete an independent research project to include an abstract, proposal, data collection, analysis and write up for submission to an appropriate peer-reviewed scientific journal

    4. Complete Master’s Thesis
     

  • PGDE 8317 - Independent Research VI


    Credits 3

    Scientific method applying to critical review of literature and research design. Literature search techniques and strategies related to research publications (opinions, case reports, studies, clinical studies, systematic reviews). Complete an independent research project including an abstract, proposal, data collection, analysis and write up for submission of a thesis.  

    Notes
    S/F grading

  • PGDE 8318 - Independent Research VII


    Credits 3

    Scientific method applying to critical review of literature and research design. Literature search techniques and strategies related to research publications (opinions, case reports, studies, clinical studies, systematic reviews). Complete an independent research project including an abstract, proposal, data collection, analysis and write up for submission of a thesis. 

    Grading
    S/F grading

  • PGDE 8319 - Independent Research VIII


    Credits 3

    Scientific method applying to critical review of literature and research design. Literature search techniques and strategies related to research publications (opinions, case reports, studies, clinical studies, systematic reviews). Complete an independent research project including an abstract, proposal, data collection, analysis and write up for submission of a thesis. 

    Grading
    S/F grading

  • PGDE 8402 - Biomedical Sciences Core I


    Credits 4

  • PGDE 8403 - Biomedical Sciences Core II


    Credits 4

  • PGDE 8415 - Advanced Biomedical Sciences


    Credits 2

  • PGDE 8503 - Interdisciplinary Diagnosis and Treatment Planning


    Credits 2

    This course provides Graduate Residents a background in the current state of the art for the major clinical disciplines.  The course is conducted as a literature review of current research with summary papers to be written in each of the topics.

  • PGDE 8516 - Adv Clin Sci: Radiology


    Credits 4

    Provide residents with digital maxillofacial radiolgy procedures and protocols.  Introduce residents to advanced maxillofacil radiology technology, i.e.; ConeBeam CT

  • PGDE 8517 - TMD


    Credits 2

    This course reviews appropriate literature of stomatognathic function, diagnosis and treatment of TM Disorders. The student will review the multi-factorial theory of TM Disorders and will distinguish simple TM Disorders vs. complex TM Disorders. A plan for management of TM disorders within their clinical discipline will be developed.

  • PGDE 8701 - PSC: Lit Review


    Credits 2

  • PGDE 8702 - Res Design


    Credits 2

  • PGDE 8703 - Research Methods II


    Credits 2

    This course will present relevant topics in the areas of practice management, ethics, nutrition and cultural diversity.  The application of these topics to the practice of orthodontics will be emphasized.

  • PGDE 8704 - Research Design


    Credits 2

    Research fundamentals and practical component involving research of topics using methodologies in different laboratories. Rotation through different laboratories; conduct a short project; and submit an article for publication. Allows knowledge application of systematic literature review, organization, synthesis of information, hypothesis design, research methodology, data organization, statistical analysis and scientific writing.

    Grading
    S/F grading

  • PGDE 8715 - PSC: Practice Management


    Credits 2

  • PGDE 8900 - Thesis


    Credits 6

    Process of writing proposal and thesis, following guidelines and practices of scientific writing; idea organization and development; word choice; grammar; revisions to writing; attention by thesis committees; designed as seminar style with dialogue among students, instructor, and resource persons; preparations for in-class discussions and writing activities.

    Grading
    S/F grading

  • PGDE 8901 - Dissertation I


    Credits 6

    Process of writing proposal and dissertation, following guidelines and practices of scientific writing; idea organization and development; word choice; grammar; revisions to writing; attention by dissertation committees; designed as seminar style with dialogue among students, instructor, and resource persons; preparations for in-class discussions and writing activities.

  • PGDE 8902 - Dissertation II


    Credits 1

    Process of writing proposal and dissertation, following guidelines and practices of scientific writing; idea organization and development; word choice; grammar; revisions to writing; attention by dissertation committees; designed as seminar style with dialogue among students, instructor, and resource persons; preparations for in-class discussions and writing activities.

     

    Grading
    S/F grading

  • PGDE 8903 - Dissertation III


    Credits 1

    Process of writing proposal and dissertation, following guidelines and practices of scientific writing; idea organization and development; word choice; grammar; revisions to writing; attention by dissertation committees; designed as seminar style with dialogue among students, instructor, and resource persons; preparations for in-class discussions and writing activities.

    Grading
    S/F grading