Educational Courses

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About Robert Gerety, DDS

Over the past two decades, Dr. Robert Gerety has provided orthodontic education for thousands of general and pediatric dentists. Participants in his courses often call him the finest orthodontic clinician teaching in this country today. During that time he has fine-tuned his own Straight Wire® technique, continually updating his methods by adding the latest and best innovations in dentistry. He has practiced non-extraction for 19 years.

After graduating from the University of Oklahoma and the University of Tennessee Dental School, he established a practice in Henryetta, OK. He first incorporated Straight Wire® orthodontics into his practice in 1970 and has maintained meticulous records of all his cases, including yearly follow-ups.

Dr. Gerety now lives in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, where he continues to practice his clinical orthodontics with his son, a pediatric dentist and daughter-in-law, a general dentist.

About Kay Gerety

With over 25 years experience in dentistry, Kay Gerety is fully knowledgeable in Dr. Gerety's orthodontic system. She has served as an assistant at Dr. Gerety's courses for more than 18 years. A valuable addition to the course, she helps Dr. Gerety provide personal assistance to participants during the many lab exercises which are an integral part of the seminars.

For the last 18 years she has taught auxiliary courses for the AOS. Kay teaches a special Basic Assistants course concurrent with the fourth session of each of Dr. Gerety's courses. This assistants' course provides detailed instruction on how assistants can help their doctors in orthodontics. Kay also teaches an Advanced Assistants course to further enhance the value of orthodontics to your practice.

A highly enthusiastic presenter, Kay provides motivation as well as enabling her students to return to their doctors' practices with a renewed excitement about dentistry and their ability to contribute.

Assistant Courses

During session four and five of the extended program, a basic (4th session) and advanced (5th session) auxiliary training course is offered. The schedule for these courses coincide with the doctors’ program, but these training courses are held separately from the doctors and specifically designed for the staff. There is an additional registration fee for the auxiliary courses. A complete staff training manual is included with each program.

Why This Is The One Orthodontic Program You Can't Afford to Miss...
You may have asked yourself this question and wondered if this is the right course for you. Absolutely! This course will teach you what you should have been taught in dental school. Orthodontics is not complicated or difficult, but you have to be trained. Just as you have learned every other aspect of dentistry. Dr. Gerety's method of teaching will take away the mystery of orthodontics. Each session builds on information, presented in the same sequence you will encounter in treatment delivery. When you have completed this course, you will have the knowledge, skill and confidence to complete 80% of the malocclusions that come into your office.

1. Will I have the opportunity to have my cases reviewed for diagnosis, treatment planning and trouble shooting?
Yes! Every Sunday of the extended program is devoted to case diagnosis. Utilizing (4) closed circuit monitors and video photography, each participant has the opportunity to present cases. No more looking over shoulders and trying to catch a peek of what is being taught. All records including radiographs, models, photographs and health history are viewed by all participants in a formal classroom setting. This type of presentation allows each participant to view and diagnose 75 - 100 cases each session.

2. Can I take individual sessions of the course?
No! This course is designed to be a comprehensive program, beginning with diagnosis and treatment planning through case finishing mechanics. Each session builds on the previous session therefore you need to attend all sessions. This is not your typical weekend course - it is a complete training program.

3. How will I get help with cases that I have in treatment?
Unlike other courses, you are allowed to repeat this course the following year as a monitor at no charge. This additional year gives you 15 more days of instruction and also gives you sufficient time to start and finish cases under direct supervision.

In this course you will be taught what is needed to earn recognition awards. Over the past 25 years the AOS has provided a peer review process designed to recognize the orthodontic proficiency of our members. Designed to foster excellence in your practice, these awards consist of a logical progression of requirements beginning with Achievement, then Fellowship and finally culminating with Diplomate.

Assistants' Courses

• A trained assistant is the most important part of your orthodontics practice.
• Taught in conjunction with the doctor's class.
• Learn how to submit and collect from insurance companies.
• Complete staff training manual included with course.

Course Outline

Session I (3 Days) (2 Full Days of Hands-On Clinical Projects)

• Orthodontic Records Required for the Standard of Care

• Practice Management for Incorporating Orthodontics Suggestions for Marketing Orthodontics

• Cephalometric Tracing with the Modified Stiener Analysis

• Non-Extraction Alternatives - Techniques for Maxillary & Mandibular Distalization

• Diagnosis & Treatment Planning

• Molar Band & Direct Bond Bracket Placement

Session II (3 Days) (2 Full Days of Hands-On Clinical Projects)

• Archwire Sequence

• Thermal Activated Nitanium Wires

• .0175 Twisted

• .016, .018, .020 - Stainless Steel

• Force Systems & Ligation Methods

• Multi-Distalizing Arch Appliance

Session III (3 Days) (2 Full Days of Hands-On Clinical Projects)

• Archwire Sequence

• .016 x .022, .018 x .025,

• .019 x .025 - Braided

• Elastic Forces

• Individual Root Torque

• Lip Bumper

• Nitanium Palatal Expanders

• Bonded Lower Linqual Retainer

Session IV (3 Days)

• CD Distalizer Appliance

• Early Treatment Indications in Primary & Mixed Dentition

• Impacted Cuspid Treatment Solutions

• Adult Treatment Planning

• Air Rotor Slenderizing Technique

• Reverse Face Mask Technique

• Rapid Palatal Expansion

• Cases for Surgical Consideration

Session V (3 Days)

• Case Finishing Techniques

• Function

• Stability

• Esthetics

• Debracketing Procedures and Sequencing

• Retention

• Wrap Around Hawley

• Bonded Lower Lingual

• Esthetic Considerations for Finishing

• Porcelain Veneers

• Cosmetic Bonding

• Microabrasionp

• Post Treatment Bleachingp

• Prosthetic Placement (Veneer Bridge, Pontic to Hawley, Implants)

Each and every procedure is supported with a detailed slide sequence, patient cases demonstrating the technique and a taped video demonstration of the clinical project. Participants will receive individual assistance in completing the hands-on projects during each session.

The third day of each session is completely devoted to case diagnosis, treatment planning and problem solving of cases in treatment. Utilizing advanced video photography along with four closed circuit monitors, each participant will have the opportunity to present cases for help with initial diagnosis or cases that are in treatment. Not only will you receive advice on your individual cases, because of the participation of the other doctors, both first year and second year attendees, you will see hundreds of cases presented and discussed. This exposure to so many different treatment objectives and solutions is an invaluable part of the program.

The American Orthodontic Society is Your Best Choice for Your Orthodontic Practice

• Dr. Gerety's course is sponsored by the American Orthodontic Society, along with a year-round program of ADA and AGD-recognized courses for the practitioner and auxiliary

• A united and strong advocacy for the General or Pediatric dentist who chooses to practice orthodontics

• A Recognition Program leading to Diplomate status in the Society

• Individual legal support is available on issues impacting Society-wide concerns

• Availability of a national and international network of over 2,000 colleagues practicing orthodontics

• An International Membership Referral Directory

• FREE Foundation-sponsored education

• Professional Journal

• An interactive informational and educational Website at www.orthodontics.com

• Superb patient educational material discounted below the publisherís price