The concepts and implementation of this practice oriented handson online course will allow any participant to choose the content / period of study that best suits his/her practice. The course covers the latest in fixed orthodontic treatment mechanics including MBT (Straight Wire) system. The course is designed in such a way that the participant can easily understand the basics and will confidently be able to incorporate fixed orthodontics in the general practice. This distance learning (correspondence) course in orthodontics has helped many dentist learn orthodontics from the comforts of their home/office.

Dr. Ravi Kumar, the course director, has been practicing fixed orthodontics for the past 10 years. He is the Founder President of Indian Society Of Orthodontics For General Practitioners and is a keen researcher in Dentistry with a patent for his research granted by the Govt. Of India. Dr.Ravi Kumar has also published in several scientific Journals and has authored a textbook for the undergraduate dental student. He has also developed a short course interdisciplinary treatment method, using orthodontics, prosthodontics and endodontics, ideally suited for adult patients, called the Realistic Treatment Philosophy (RTP) and is presently engaged in popularizing this.

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ONLINE EDUCATION IN ORTHODONTICS? IS THIS POSSIBLE?

The internet has become so ubiquitous that every professional in the world knows how to operate a computer to check email and chat with her friends over the internet. E-learning leverages this knowledge and comprises all forms of electronically supported learning and teaching. With the advent of broadband internet and now with 4G supported Ultra-broadband internet, Online learning is set to replace face-to-face didactic techniques. The faculty will teach you through video chat supplemented with extensive AUDIO/VIDEO Lectures for the practical session. All you have to have is a multimedia computer (with webcam) and a broadband (above 250kbps) internet connection.

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IS THIS COURSE FOR YOU?

This correspondence (distance) education, handson online programme is intended for dentists who have little or no experience in orthodontics and want to learn to incorporate it into their practices or progress from removable appliances to a comprehensive, fixed technique. This is a one-of-a-kind, hands-on course which will help you to increase your practice base.

This online correspondence (distance) education course allows you to study orthodontics on your own pace, at your own practice or home. Hotel, meals, and airline transportation costs add up when attending seminars, especially for those living away from the seminar location. Hence, the online course leads to significant savings. Through the online program, you can start the learning process at any time of the year, and no longer need to wait for the class-room based course to come to your City.

We have participants from every corner of the world, and they are able to learn orthodontics via our online program. Whether you live in a distant corner of the earth or a major metropolis, orthodontic education is now available to you at the click of a button.

The online course in orthodontics allows you to customize your learning to your budget as the course can be scheduled (see below) when you have the money to invest. This is the same as the Level II class-based course in terms of content and together with the free post course mentoring for 5 years, is the ideal course for a busy practitioner. Additionally, you can join the class-room based course for tier advancement at anytime if you choose so.

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Course Purpose: The purpose of this comprehensive 5 session program is to teach general dentists how to diagnose and treat orthodontic cases. Emphasis will be placed on thorough records and diagnosis. Treatment will involve using the Straight Wire (MBT). Advanced techniques can be taught at request.

Eligibility : BDS / MDS. Participants should have clinical access to prepare complete records for 5 orthodontic cases. Participant should have access to multimedia computer, internet and video conferencing through Yahoo / MSN messenger, Skype or Google voice & video.

Course Duration

Maximum of 250 Credit Hours divided equally over 5 sessions. These sessions can be taken anytime within a period of 1 year.

CP: Completing this course entitles the participant to a Level Two (L II) AFO certificate and 500 credit points.

Course Schedule

This course runs throughout the year at our institution. Please contact us to register for the course.

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Topics covered are -

1. Introduction

2. Growth and Development

3. Biomechanics

4. Diagnosis of the Orthodontic Problem

5. Treatment Planning - Extraction vs Non-Extraction

6. The Straigth Wire Orthodontic Theory

7. MBT (Straight Wire) Treatment Mechanics - Theory & Practice

8.Realistic Treatment Philosophy (TM) - Introduction to a short course interdisciplinary treatment methodology for the cosmetic management of mild to moderate malocclusion.

Sessions 1 & 2 consists of the above mentioned theoretical studies. Total duration is 100 credit hours

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Hands-On (Typodont)

Extensive training on typodont will be provided in any student selected treatment technique. The student will be given training in banding, bonding and wire placement on typodont.

Sessions 3 & 4 consists of the above mentioned practical studies. Total duration is 100 credit hours

Hands-on course is supported by extensive online Audio/Video Lectures detailing each procedure

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Case Discussion

Extensive case discussion is done on 5 patient records. Participant will also be encouraged to start 5 orthodontic cases during the course, which will provide immediate income to pay for the course. Session 5 consists of case discussions with a total of 50 credit hours devoted for this.

Case Review & Post-Course Mentoring:No extra charges will be levied for the post-course mentoring of all new and in-progress cases for a period of 5 years. This post course mentoring is the unique highlight of the course as this will allow the participant to discuss their cases as the treatment progresses!

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Course Schedule and Fees#

Enrollment Fee = 5000 INR / 110 USD* (Study manual and Instrument List will be sent by Courier**)

Sessions 1 & 2 = 20000 INR / 500 USD (Based on study manual and Power Point Presentation, video conferencing- 100 hrs Theory)

Sessions 3 & 4 = 20000 INR / 500 USD (Power Point Presentation, video conferencing- 100 hrs Practical - Typodont, brackets and wire kit will be sent by courier**)

Session 5 - 5000 INR / 110 USD (Based on 5 patient cases - 50 credit hours)

Total = 50000 INR / 1220 USD

#Fees can also be paid in a single installment (total 1320 USD including 1 time courier fee of 100 USD). This will lead to 100 USD saving in courier charges as all the materials will be sent in a single courier.

*Please check the latest currency conversion rate.

**For countries other than India, courier charges to be borne by participants. The Course Manual, Typodont, MBT brackets and wire sequence for practicals provided free of cost. Instruments has to be bought by the participants.

Practice Starter Kit: Includes the complete essential instruments for lifelong orthodontic practice. The kit also includes materials and brackets for 10 patients. The cost of the Practice Starter Kit is 1100 USD.

Course Registration Form

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I would be honored to testify on my association with your educational facility, please do not hesitate to give my name and phone number, just let them call me on my office phone number.
Dr.M Y Saleh, DDS, California, United States of America (USA). Office Phone: +1 559-734-1966 (Office time PDT)

EXTRAORDINARY. BECAUSE BEFORE JOINING THIS COURSE I COULD NEVER IMAGINE PRACTICING ORTHODONTICS. BUT NOW I FEEL CONFIDENT WHILE TAKING AND TREATING THE CASES.
Dr.Rizwan, BDS, Gujarat, India. Mob. 09428442074 (2.00pm to 5.00pm IST)

Simply great!
Dr.Amit Baporikar, BDS, Maharashtra, India. Mob. 09960745489

Met my objectives in terms of where I started off with no knowledge about orthodontics to a confident, skilled orthodontic practitioner.
Dr.Moses Aluteni, Windhoek, Namibia. Mob. +264855532165 / +264811244590
Dr Moses continued his Online course to Level III (Clinic based) and is now a Felllow of AFO

"This online course helped me a lot in learning fixed orthodontics, without missing on my clinic."

Dr.Ahmed Mostafa, Egypt

"Great online course, worth much much more than the fees charged. Thanks for teaching me fixed orthodontics"

Dr.Robert Wickramsinghe, SriLanka

"I am now a convert to Self-Ligating Brackets, and that too without missing out on my busy practice. Tks Dr.Ravi."

Dr. Melinda Supomo, Indonesia

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