Sponsored by Forestadent

Biomechanical Aspects in Orthodontic Treatment

Professor Andrea Wichelhaus
 Prof. Wichelhaus obtained her Habilitation, Phd, Ulm University in 1996. From 1990 to 1999 she was Assistant Professor and alternate Director of the Division for Orthodontics, Ulm University. In 1996 she was a Research Fellow at the Department of Orthodontics, Harvard University, Boston USA. She was Director and Chairperson, Department of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, University of Basel, Switzerland from 1999 to 2008 and since 2008 has been Director and Chairperson, Department of Orthodontics, Ludwig-Maximilians University Medical Center, Munich, Germany.
In 1995 she received the Walter-Engel-Prize for recognition of scientific developments in orthodontics and the prize for the best annual publication of the German Society for Orthodontics/Deutsche Gesellschaft für Kieferorthopädie on ‘The development and testing of a new NiTi-SE-steel uprighting spring’. Professor Wichelhaus’ main areas of interest are: Development and testing of the spring systems and wires for fixed appliances; Biomechanics of the oro-facial system: in vivo and in vitro studies on tooth movement; Mechanobiology; Biocompatibility testing of orthodontic materials; Radiology of bone structures; Genetics and Influence of the muscular system on functional processes.

 

Knowledge of biomechanics in orthodontic treatment assists treatment, for both sliding and segmental arch techniques. Knowledge of arches made from new materials is necessary, particularly when treating adults different cases. This seminar will present the fundamentals of biomechanics illustrated by case-studies and scientific research. New materials assist in the alignment and also simplify biomechanics. The new nickel-titanium (NiTi) arches and springs are customised for sliding mechanics. They will be presented with reference to case-studies nd participants will be able to use them on simulated models. Orthodontic treatment of adults and difficult cases requires segmental arches. These can be used in combination with sliding mechanics. The lecturer will discuss closing spaces through controlled and uncontrolled tipping. Molar intrusion and uprighting feature are the aims of orthodontic treatment in adults and in first molars extraction cases. The lecturer will discuss biomechanics of different systems on treated patients and participants will be able to use them on simulator models.

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Active and Passive Self-Ligation: Clarification from Controversy

Alan Bagden	Friedrich K. Byloff

In professional circles there is still an on going on a debate about which of the self-ligating techniques has more advantages: the active or the passive one. To clarify this dilemma we have asked two highly competent professionals, Dr Alan Bagden and Dr Friedrich Byloff, to present their views. They will explain the characteristics of two very popular systems, Damon and Speed.

In conclusion both lecturers will be invited to participate in a panel discussion, led by the well known expert in the field of biomechanics, Professor Hans-Peter Bantleon. We hope that in this way the attendants to the course will be well acquainted with the real advantages of the presented self-ligating systems.

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Biomechanical Aspects in Orthodontic Treatment

Hans-Peter Bantleon
Hans-Peter Bantleon received his D.M.D. from the School of Dentistry at the University of Graz in 1981. He became an Assistant at the Departments of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in February 1982 and subsequently Assistant Professor at the Department of Orthodontics in 1987. In 1989 he earned his qualification as University Lecturer for Dentistry with special regard to Orthodontics. He has been Professor and Head of Department of Orthodontics at the School of Dentistry, University of Vienna since 1992. Main fields of research are biomechanics, bonding techniques and material aspects in orthodontics. He is Chairman of the Austrian Society of Orthodontists and Past President of the 82nd EOS Congress.

Professor Hans-Peter Bantleon is an expert in the field of biomechanics in orthodontics. The contemporary and biomechanical aspects of the two different self-ligating systems (active and passive) will be highlightened at a panel table discussion on the latest clinical and sicentific reseach results.

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Sponsored by Dentaurum

Time: The Fourth Dimension in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics

Dr Tiziano Baccetti
The issue of the ideal time when to start orthodontic treatment is vital in the growing patient. In many instances treatment timing may have a greater impact on treatment outcomes than the specific appliance used or its clinical management. This course will describe the role of treatment timing in different types of dentoskeletal disharmonies: Class II and Class III malocclusions, transverse discrepancies, vertical problems (both deep and open bite malocclusions). The use of biological indicators of individual skeletal maturity, with special regard to the cervical vertebral maturation method, will be explained in order to define the optimal timing of orthodontic/orthopaedic intervention. A series of long-term retrospective and prospective clinical trials will highlight the effects of treatment timing in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopaedics.

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Sponsored by 3dMd

Role of high-precision three-dimensional surface images in understanding facial morphologies and planning virtual treatment.

Dr. Chung How Kau
Dr Kau is Associate Professor and Director of the 3D Imaging Facility at the University Of Texas Health Science Center. He is an active clinical practitioner and researcher with a keen interest in three-dimensional and translational research. His research facility is in possession of the 3D Sirona Galileos cone beam scanner and the 3dMD surface imaging device. He also has a number of international collaborations in the field of orthodontics. These include the understanding of facial morphology in populations and facial asymmetries in hip dysplasia children. His work has brought him to understand the population based differences in Slovenia, Finland, Wales, Hungary and Egypt. He has formed good partnerships and research relationships in these countries. He has served as a mentor to a number of researchers, residents and pre-doctoral students. Dr Kau has been an invited speaker on his clinical research and has shared his work on the international stage, including Australia, New Zealand, North America, Western and Central Europe, the Baltic States, Hungary and the Far East. He actively contributes and publishes in the orthodontic literature and currently has over 100 peer-reviewed publications, conference papers and lectures.

Ultra-fast three-dimensional (3D) surface acquisition systems are used with increased popularity by clinicians to treatment plan and assess facial changes as a result of treatment. With a 1:1 surface topography of the patient’s face, 3D urface images not only provide an objective alternative to evaluating conventional photographs, they can work with cone beam computed tomography and/or computed tomography data as an integral component of the patient-specific anatomical reconstruction.

This course will focus on new clinical care techniques currently being adopted in the fields of orthodontics and surgery. It will explore how 3D surface images have an essential function in assessing and quantifying normative and disproportional facial structures; objectively monitoring treatment progress non-invasively; and simulating treatment outcomes. This course will provide a complete overview of the use of 3D surface imaging systems and the associated application software and take a practice hands on approach to successfully using the imaging system from a patient workflow standpoint and applying the 3D surface images to assess facial changes as a result of treatment. The course will enable attendees to work within a software environment to generate patient-specific anatomical reconstruction with existing 3D surface and radiographic images, evaluate facial structure and proportion, and simulate treatment outcomes.

This course will be of interest to all clinicians and research staff interested in the role of 3D surface imaging to better understand and quantify facial outcomes from treatment.

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The Incognito System in Lingual Orthodontics 

Dr Dirk Wiechmann
This two day Incognito Certification Course for orthodontists will give you an introduction to The Incognito™ Lingual Bracket System. You will gain both the knowledge and the required certification to offer The Incognito System as a treatment. You will be fully familiarised with the various tools, instruments and materials that are required to use the system.Certification+ Course The focus of the course is on practical hands-on typodont exercises, showing clearly how many different types of lingual cases may be treated.
 

List of materials

(Please bring the following instruments to the course)
 

• Dental tweezer
• Needle holder
• Mosquito clamp (straight)
• Ligature tucker
• Short explorer
• Weingard pliers
• Hard-wire cutter
• Ligature cutter
• All other materials required for the course will be provided by the organisers.
   

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Frank Weiland
After studying dentistry at the University of Amsterdam, Dr Weiland received his postgraduate orthodontic education in Germany and Austria. He holds a Dr.med.dent. from the University of Bern (Switzerland) and a PhD from the University of Graz (Austria). Among his special areas of interest are biomechanics, longterm results of orthodontic treatment, time-efficient orthodontic treatment and external apical root resorption.

He is in private practice and is an associate professor at the University of Vienna. He is a member of the editorial board of several international journals. He is a member of the European Board of Orthodontists (EBO) and the Angle Society of Europe, and in 2009 was appointed President of the EBO. He is a recipient of the Beni Solow Award for the best article published in the European Journal of Orthodontics in 2003.



Miroslav Milačić
Dr Milačić received his DDS diploma at the University of Belgrade in 1962. He completed his specialization in orthodontics in 1968. Until 1975 he was head of the Department of Pedodontics and Orthodontics at the Belgrade City Polyclinic. In 1975 he moved to Sion, Switzerland, where he maintains a private orthodontic clinic. Since 2005, he has been engaged at the Department of Orthodontics, Medical Faculty, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia, and works with undergraduate students in the postgraduate educational programme.

His primary interest in orthodontics is straightwire appliance (SWA) therapy. He has given several postgraduate education seminars in SWA and clinical orthodontics throughout Europe. He has presented numerous lectures at international congresses, national meetings and symposiums and published approximately 30 articles in orthodontic journals.

In 2006 he received the prestigious award ‘Universitate Labacensi’ from the University of Ljubljana for his pedagogic work. He is one of the original members of the European Board of Orthodontists (Valencia, 1997).

He is a member of a number of societies, including the European Orthodontic Society, the American Association of Orthodontists, the World Federation of Orthodontists and the Slovenian Orthodontic Society.

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In 1997 the European Orthodontic Society held the first examination for the European Board of Orthodontists (EBO). The purpose of the EBO from the beginning was to enhance the standards of orthodontic treatment throughout Europe by providing a standard against which the orthodontists who so desire can be judged independently of national examinations by an expert panel of European orthodontists nominated by the Council of the European Orthodontic Society. Nearly 100 orthodontists are now board certified and it is hoped that many more will follow!

The EBO is a Board of Excellence. Preparing for the examination gives the opportunity to scrutinize the quality of one's clinical work. The successful candidate shows that his/her knowledge and the treatment results are of the highest level.

What advantage does it have to become a member of the Board? There is no material gain, nor are there any any other privileges. There is, however, great personal satisfaction if one's peers acknowledge one's level of knowledge and clinical skills. The process of preparation and sitting the examination is an invaluable learning experience and will improve the quality of clinical treatment from which future patients may benefit. In return, this may well have a positive effect on the long-term economic situation of the orthodontic practice.

Further information about the EBO can be obtained from the European Orthodontic Society,
Flat 20, 49 Hallam Street, London W1 W6JN,
Tel. +44 (0) 20 7637 0367,
email: eoslondon@aol. com
website: www.eoseurope.org/ebo

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The EBO examination will take place at the DAPHNIA Hall (Convention Centre Bernardin, Obala 2, SI-6320 Portorož) on June 14 and 15, 2010 at 08:00 - 18:00.

Information about the examination can be found on the EOS website www.eoseurope.org.

The application deadline for the EBO examination is January 31, 2010. Application forms can be downloaded from the EOS website. An exhibition and oral presentation of selected cases will take place during the congress.