2012 Early Treatment of Malocclusion Basic
96 Credit Hours
Leonard J. Carapezza, DMD
Note: Non-members or those whose dues have expired will also be charged membership of $245 at the time of registration.
A Simplified Approach to Diagnosis and Treatment
You see it almost daily in your practice: Pediatric Malocclusion. These courses offer a unique opportunity for general and pediatric dentists to learn early treatment techniques in a private office, continuing education program. These treatments can add a valuable service while enhancing your dental practice.
What You Will Learn
Both the Beginning and Advanced courses provide a systematic orthodontic approach to treating patients using the Straight Wire Philosophy and Appliance. Efficient and effective treatment systems.
Each course (Beginning or Advanced) is divided into a series of four (4) sessions. Each session is individually arranged to give an in-depth study of the Straight Wire System using state of-the-art audio-visual procedures. Also, in office hands-on training is an integral part of each course.
Upon completion of the second session of each course, participants will be encouraged to begin treating patients. Participants will have the opportunity to receive direct supervision on Diagnosis and Treatment Planning of a select number of cases in treatment. Participants are encouraged to present treatment records so a critique may be made of the patient’s progress. Upon completion of each course, participants will have an understanding of the Diagnosis and Treatment Planning of Class I, Class II and Class III malocclusions in primary and early mixed dentition cases.
The Straight Wire Technique
This three-dimensional Orthodontic Appliance has evolved to upgrade the quality of orthodontic treatment, to save active treatment time, reduce retention time and save valuable chair time. A new approach to the diagnosis and treatment of the orthodontic patient will also be presented, as well as the latest designs in Brackets, Wires and Forces currently being utilized in the field.
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Beginning |
Advanced |
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March 22, 23, 24 May 3, 4, 5 July 12, 13, 14, September 6, 7, 8 |
March 29, 30, 31 May 10, 11, 12 July 19, 20, 21 September 13, 14, 15 |
Beginning & Advanced Course Information
Course Fee: $3,980 for Early Treatment of Malocclusion Beginning or Advanced Course, with a $400 discount if paid in full by March 1. Course fee may be paid in full upon registration or the credit card on file will be charged two weeks prior to each session. A deposit of $995 prior to March 1, 2012 ensures your enrollment.
AOS Membership is required and due at the time of registration. Should your membership expire before course completion, your credit card of record will automatically be charged $245 for renewal.
Enrollments are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis and are confirmed by receipt of deposit. Past attendance indicates that these courses reach maximum enrollment prior to due date. A $100 portion of each payment is non-refundable two weeks prior to the start of each session.
Course fee includes 12-day (Beginning or Advanced Course), program, refreshment breaks and worksheets. Course manuals, typodont, instruments and supplies are not included in the course fee. A complete list of instruments and supplies is provided with each course confirmation upon receipt of enrollment.
Accreditation
This program offers 96 hours of FAGD/MAGD credit hours to all participants who complete the course series. Continuing education credits earned in this course are recognized as AOS credit toward the Tier Advancement program.
Lodging
Lodging and transportation are the responsibility of the participant. Please contact the Hampton Inn (508) 653-5000 or the Holiday Inn Crowne Plaza (508) 653-8800 for rates. Please reserve lodging at least 3 weeks prior to the course.
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Course Focus |
Beginning |
Advanced |
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Diagnosis and Treatment Planning of Primary, Mixed and Permanent Dentition |
90% of Class I, II and III Malocclusion |
10% Complicated Extraction and Compromise Cases |
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Understanding and Evaluation of Cephalometric Landmarks in Straight Wire Diagnosis and Treatment Planning |
Modified Steiner Method |
McNamara Method Analysis Plus Alternative Methods |
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Active Involvement in the Use of Andrews Classification Using the Space Unit Approach |
Introduction to Andrews Classification System |
Extraction Cases & Micro Implant Anchorage |
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Applicance Design, Band and Bracket Placement, Direct Bonding and Archwire Construction |
Basic Systems |
State-of-the-Art Space Age Archwires |
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Understanding Wire, Ligation and Force Systems Using Simple Mechanics |
Basic Straight Wire Using Andrews Classification System |
Multifaceted Mechanics and Methods |
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Detailed Study and Application of the Utility Archwire for Total Orthdontic Control |
Basic Mechanics |
Advanced Mechanics & SLB |
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Primary and Mixed Dentition Treatment-Recognizing Preventative and Interceptive Orthodontic Guidelines and Specific Patients |
Dewey-Andersan Classification System |
Comprehensive Andrews Classification System |
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Intraoral Correction of Class I, 1/2 Class II Full Class II and Class III Problems |
Basic Utility Archwire |
Distalization Mechanics/TADs |
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Treatment of Class I and Class II Extractions and Proper Space Closure (auxiliaries, power units) |
First Bicuspid Extractions |
Differential Tooth Extractions |
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Experience Total Orthodontic/Orthopedic Control with the Nitanium® Palatal Expander2™ |
Clinical Research |
2nd Generation Nitanium® Palatal Expander2™ |
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Understanding Retention in Orthodontics |
Early Treatment |
Late Treatment |
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Failures and Successes in Orthodontics |
Airway Diagnosis and Orthopedic Cases |
TMJ and Surgical Cases |
Your Instructor: Leonard J. Carapezza D.M.D.
Dr. Leonard Carapezza has over 30 years of clinical experience in pediatric orthodontics, including a successful private practice in Wayland, Massachusetts.
Shortly after establishing his practice, he identified the extreme importance of early treatment of malocclusion. Dr. Carapezza’s clinical achievements have brought him recognition as a lecturer in this field.
Dr. Carapezza graduated from Brandeis University; the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey; then served two years in the United States Naval Dental Corps as a lieutenant aboard the U.S.S. Wasp.
Dr. Carapezza received his certificate from Children’s Hospital in Pediatric Dentistry, during which he served as a Teaching Fellow at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine.
Presently, Dr. Carapezza is an Associate Clinical Professor at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, teaching early treatment of malocclusion to pedodontic graduate students. He is also an associate of the New England Medical Center and serves as a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Tennessee Department of Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Carapezza is a contributing editor to the Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry and has published numerous articles on pediatric malocclusion in addition to being a Senior Certified Instructor, and Diplomate of the American Orthodontic Society and Senior Certified Instructor for the International Association of Orthodontics.
He lectures internationally on “Early Treatment of Malocclusion” for general and pediatric dentists, and is the founder and director of the Institute for Growth and Development in Pediatric Dentistry.
American Orthodontic Society is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.