Orthodontics

Specialist Dental Education Program

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Concentration

The following is a list of specializations contained in Specialist Dentistry Program in Orthodontics

Growth Modification

Growth Modification is a scientific field that focuses on the study and application of techniques and methods to regulate and control maxillofacial growth, particularly the growth of the upper and mid-jaw in humans. In Orthodontic Specialization, Growth Modification is critical because of its role in influencing the shape and position of the jaws and skull. Orthodontists specializing in Growth Modification study the principles of facial, cranial, and jaw growth and development to understand how these can be modified through appropriate orthodontic interventions. Techniques and therapies related to Growth Modification include the use of special orthodontic devices that utilize an individual’s natural growth to direct jaw and cranial development according to treatment goals. This may involve appliances such as face masks, growth regulators, and functional orthodontic devices. The study of this field enables orthodontists to plan more effective and individualized treatments for patients, especially in addressing jaw growth imbalances that can affect facial function and aesthetics.

Multidisciplinary Orthodontic Treatment

Multidisciplinary Orthodontic Treatment is a scientific field primarily focused on integrating orthodontics with other disciplines, including maxillofacial surgery, periodontics, and restorative dentistry. This approach ensures that orthodontic treatment considers multidimensional aspects affecting jaw structure and function, as well as dental health and aesthetics. Orthodontists specializing in this area understand the complex interactions among teeth, jaws, supporting tissues, and overall oral function. They combine orthodontic knowledge and skills with principles of maxillofacial surgery, periodontics, and restorative dentistry to achieve optimal outcomes. Techniques and therapies may include the use of orthodontic appliances alongside maxillofacial surgical procedures to correct facial structural imbalances. In addition, coordination with periodontists and restorative specialists may be required to ensure the health of supporting tissues and to plan additional treatments such as dental implants or restorations. The key role of Multidisciplinary Orthodontic Treatment is to ensure that orthodontic interventions align with the goals of maxillofacial reconstruction and the health of supporting dental tissues, thereby improving both oral function and the aesthetics of the patient’s face and smile.

Fixed Orthodontics

Fixed Orthodontics is a scientific field primarily concerned with the development of knowledge, skills, and methodologies related to orthodontic treatment using fixed orthodontic appliances. These include braces, brackets, and other supporting devices permanently attached to the patient’s teeth to correct positioning and alignment. Orthodontists specializing in Fixed Orthodontics have an in-depth understanding of the mechanisms, design, and applications of various types of fixed appliances. They study how to plan, install, and maintain these devices to correct tooth and jaw positioning, achieve desired aesthetics, and improve oral function. The importance of this field lies in the precise application of fixed orthodontics knowledge in planning and delivering treatment. This includes case analysis, treatment planning, selection of appropriate devices, and periodic adjustments to ensure optimal tooth movement. The study of this field also involves a deep understanding of the biological response of dental tissues to fixed appliances, allowing orthodontists to minimize patient discomfort while maximizing treatment efficiency.

Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADs) Orthodontic Miniscrews

Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADs) or miniscrews in orthodontics represent a scientific field focused on a comprehensive understanding of the design, mechanisms, placement, and management of TADs in orthodontic treatment. Orthodontists specializing in TADs study the biological and mechanical principles underlying the use of miniscrews as auxiliary tools to improve treatment efficiency and outcomes. They learn how to select proper placement sites, plan insertions, and utilize TADs to support the required tooth movements. This field includes careful evaluation of biological tissue responses to TAD placement and strategies to minimize adverse effects. Additionally, orthodontists study proper insertion techniques, management of potential complications, and safe removal of TADs after use. The significance of this field lies in the orthodontist’s ability to employ TADs as effective and precise auxiliary tools in planning and delivering complex orthodontic treatments. TADs enable more accurate tooth movement, better control, and overall more efficient treatment.

Curriculum

The following is a complete list of courses that will be taken in each semester.

Semester 1 add remove

ORTP1701 Applied Psychology/Communication

1 SKS

1. Principles and Concepts of Developmental Psychology 2. Potential and limitations of behavior 3. Aspects of patient motivation and cooperation 4. Effects of treatment on facial appearance and self-confidence 5. Communication techniques 6. Psychological aspects of facial appearance in orthognathic

ORTE1702 Healthcare Ethics, Law and Professional

1 SKS

Professional Ethics 1. Attitudes and behaviors orthodontists as health workers. 2. Norms relating to ethics as a professional. Health law 1. Rules and regulations applicable to orthodontic practice 2. Responsibilities and remedies problems cases of malpractice 3. Procedures to be followed in case of malpractice

ORTA1704 Head and Neck

1 SKS

Embryology of the head 1. Development of the face, jaw, and teeth. 2. Teratogenesis and various kinds of syndromes 3. Development of cleft lip and cleft palate Anatomical structures of the head and neck and their deviations 1. Craniofacial structure 2. Skeletal deformities 3. Malformations of the skeletal

ORTP1705 Molecular Biology

1 SKS

1. Cell Metabolism 2. Movement of the teeth and the reaction against the style of 3. Groove biochemical due to the granting of power to the cells 4. The mechanism of the biological resorption of the roots of the 5. Biological reaction of cartilage, bone, and periodontal ligament to the application style

ORTP1706 Hospital Management System

1 SKS

Governance and administration specialist orthodontics clinic and Hospital

ORTP1707 Orthodontics Radiology I

1 SKS

1. X-Ray Analysis: Periafical, Occlusal, Panex 2. Skeletal Age Analysis: Dental, Bone of the Wrist (hand rish), Vertebrae Servicalis 3. Anatomy X-Ray of the Cramium 4. Landmark Sefalometry 5. Analysis Strainer 6. Analysis Downs

ORTP1708 Orthodontic Biomechanics

1 SKS

1. Response of periodontal and bone to normal function and the style of orthodontics 2. Biological control of the movement of the teeth 3. The effect is significant, as is the distribution style, to the type of movement of the teeth. 4. The effect of the duration of the style of work and the decline of the style of 5. Anchoring, type, and mechanical aspects, as well as control 6. Side Effects: the style of orthodontics on the pulp, the root structure, and the alveolar bone is 7. The principle of the modification of the growth of the 8. Elastic material and the style of orthodontics that is produced 9. Factors design on the orthodontic appliance 10. Application of biomechanics in clinical practice 11. TAD (mindscrew)

ORTP1709 Orthodontics Diagnosis

1 SKS

1. History of common diseases/ dental 2. Examination of the intra and extra-oral related to orthodontics 3. Examination of the radiograph (Discussed on Radiographs Orthodontic) 4. Various kinds of analysis on the model of the study of 5. the Etiology of Malocclusion

ORTP1710 Practicum I

2 SKS

1. Tools and materials and the tools used to manufacture orthodontics devices. 2. Manufacture of functional/ aircraft offsets and maintenance. Perform bonding, ring making, and soldering with adhesive tools on typodont

ORTP1711 Biostatistics

1 SKS

1. Regression and Correlation 2. Parametric and Nonparametric Analysis 3. Analysis of variance 4. Meta-analysis 5. Application in orthodontics 6. Epidemiologic surveys and biostatistics 7. Clinical research in orthodontics

ORTM1712 Research Methodology

2 SKS

1. Ethics and Integrity in Research 2. Research design 3. Research proposal 4. Statistical analysis 5. Discussing some research results from orthodontic journal articles

ORTI1713 Dental Medicine (Oral Physiology, Oral Immunology, Oral Microbiology)

1 SKS

Oral Physiology 1. Speech, swallowing, and mastication physiology 2. TMJ function 3. Normal and abnormal breathing and obstructive sleep apnea 4. Respiratory function Oral Immunology and Microbiology 1. Oral Immunology 2. Saliva and acquired pellicle formation 3. Oral Biofilm Microbiology

ORTP1714 General and Oral Pathology

1 SKS

1. Systematic diseases (imbalance of growth and sex hormones, hepatitis, HIV, leukemia, osteoporosis, and endocarditis) 2. Disease manifestations in the oral cavity

Semester 2 add remove

ORTG1715 Genetics

1 SKS

1. Basic genetics of disease 2. Genetic diseases and syndromes 3. Cancer genetics 4. Gene therapy and bioethics 5. Development of malformations 6. Genetic and epigenetic growth control

ORTMS715 GNATHOLOGY (Occlusion, TMJ, and Stomatognathic System)

1 SKS

1. Muscle, bone, and cartilage systems stomatognathic 2. Abnormal function 3. TMJ function and function in health and illness 4. Diagnosis procedures and treatment protocols 5. TMJ anatomy and function 6. General concept of TMJ 7. Normal occlusion and function 8. Differential diagnosis of TMJ disorders 9. TMJ disorders in children, adolescents, and adults 10. Treatment philosophy 11. TMJ disorders and orthodontics

ORTB1717 Orthodontic Biomaterials

1 SKS

Properties, functions, and effects of orthodontic materials: Parametric and nonparametric analysis 1. Alloy 2. Polymer 3. Ceramix 4. Bonding to enamel and restorative materials 5. Side effects to enamel

ORTF1703 Philosophy of Science and Evidence-Based Dentistry

1 SKS

1. Muscular, skeletal, and cartilaginous systems stomatognathic 2. Abnormal function 3. TMJ function and function in health and disease 4. Diagnosis procedures and treatment protocols 5. Anatomy and function of the TMJ 6. General concept of TMJ 7. Normal occlusion and function 8. Differential diagnosis of TMJ disorders 9. TMJ disorders in children, adolescents, and adults 10. Treatment philosophy 11. TMJ disorders and orthodontics

ORTP1718 Craniofacial Growth and Development

1 SKS

1. Somatic growth and its variants 2. Accelerated adolescent growth 3. Development of craniofacial complex 4. Genetic and environmental factors concerning growth 5. Skeletal age and biological age 6. Stages of sexual development

ORTR1719 Radiology Orthodontic Examination II

1 SKS

1. Lateral 2. Posterior - Anterior 3. Landmark Identification 4. Measurement 5. Non-invasive Techniques 6. Cephalometric Analysis (Steiner, Wits, Downs, Hasund, Coben, Bjork, Sassouni, Tweed, Ricketts, McNamara, and Pancherz) 7. Superimposition 8. 3D Imaging

ORTM1720 Mechanotherapy I

2 SKS

1. Orthopedic care 1.1 Removable orthopaedic care 1.2 Fixed orthopaedic care 2. Treatment of Class I, II, and III cases with pre-adjusted 3. Vertical Problems - Open Bite - Deep Bite - Diagnosis - Etiology - Treatment Plan

ORTP1721 Practicum II

2 SKS

Orthodontic Treatment 1. Class I malocclusion 2. Class II malocclusion, and 3. Class III malocclusion

ORTK1722 Clinic I

1 SKS

Functional and Edgewise Case Treatment

ORTJ1723 Journal Reading I (Article Review)

1 SKS

Discussion of orthodontic topics/issues from various orthodontic and other journals

Semester 3 add remove

ORTJ1723 Multi-Disciplinary Care (Orthodontics Periodontics, Orthodontics – Prosthodontics, Orthodontics - Endodontics)

1 SKS

Comprehensive Patient Management (orthodontics -periodontics, orthodontics - prosthodontics, orthodontics -endodontic)

ORTJ2726 Journal Reading II (Article Review)

1 SKS

Discussion of orthodontic topics/issues from various orthodontic and other journals.

ORTK2727 Clinic II

5 SKS

Treatment of Edgewise, contemporary and Self Ligating Cases consisting of 20 Class I, II, and III cases (own cases) 15 advanced cases, retainer min. 5 (own cases, one of which is functional treatment) plus three advanced cases.

ORTK2728 Literature Review

1 SKS

Making a literature review in preparation for a research proposal with a minimum of 8 pieces of literature.

ORTM2729 Mechanotheraphy II

2 SKS

Orthodontic treatment using various attachments: 1. Rapid maxillary expansion (Haas, Quad Helix, Hyrax) 2. Transpalatal Arch, Lingual Arch, Lip Bumper 3. Utility Arch, Face Mask, Chin Cup, Headgear Iatrogenic effects of Orthodontic treatment 1. Side effects of treatment on tissues, organs, and systems 2. Effects of bonding and debonding on enamel in fixed appliance treatment 3. 3. Root resorption 4. Damage to tooth-supporting tissues 5. Treatment risk management principles

ORTT2730 Orthodontic Treatment Plan

1 SKS

1. Edgewise (standard dan pre-adjusted) 2. Self-ligating techniques

Semester 4 add remove

ORTK2731 Clinical III

5 SKS

Treatment of Edgewise, contemporary, and Self-Ligating Cases consisting of 20 Class I, II, and III cases (own cases), 15 advanced cases, retainer min. 5 (own cases one of their treatment with functional), plus three advanced cases.

ORTP2732 Research I (Proposal)

1 SKS

Making research proposals and conducting proposal seminars, conducting research and research results seminars.

ORTK2733 Seminar Involvement

1 SKS

1. Attended seminars and courses in orthodontics nationally and internationally as much as five times 2. Presented one paper in a national seminar.

Semester 5 add remove

ORTK3734 Clinic IV

4 SKS

Edgewise, contemporary, and self-ligating case treatments consisting of 20 Class I, II, and III cases (own cases), 15 advanced cases, retainer min. 5 (own case one of them is treatment with functional) plus three advanced.

ORTL3735 Case Report I

1 SKS

Prepare and present a clinical case report with at least eight pieces of literature as references.

ORT3736 Research II

1 SKS

Thesis Writing

Semester 6 add remove

ORTK3737 Clinical V

4 SKS

Edgewise, contemporary, and self-ligating case treatments consisting of 20 cases Class I, II, and III (own case), 15 advanced cases, retainer min. 5 (own case one of them is treatment with functional) plus three advanced.

ORTL3738 Case Report II

1 SKS

Prepare and present clinical case reports with a minimum of 8 libraries as references and disseminate them nationally and internationally.

ORTP3739 Research III

1 SKS

Thesis defense

Course Schedule

Tuition Fee

Here are the study fees Specialist Program In Orthodontics

Specialist Dentistry Single Tuition Fee

IDR 20,000,000 Per student for 1 semester

Specialist Dentistry Institutional Development Fee (Independent Program Only)

IDR 20,000,000 One-Time Payment

Specialist Dentistry Education Development Contribution

Rp16.000.000 Per student for 1 semester

Specialist Dentistry Academic Completion Fund

Rp7.000.000 Per student for 1 semester

Learning Outcomes

Through training and work experience, the Orthodontics Specialist Program imparts broad skills and knowledge to students in accordance with competency criteria.

Learning Outcomes
1	Capable of working in the field of orthodontic specialist dentists for specialized and difficult forms of work and possessing work competencies that are equivalent to the national/international competency standards for orthodontic specialist dentists
2	Capable of making independent decisions in the performance of orthodontic specialist dentists' duties based on logical, critical, methodical, innovative, and thorough thinking
3	Capable of communicating through a variety of media the results of studies, criticism, admiration, arguments, or inventive works that are helpful for professional development, entrepreneurship, and human benefit that can be accounted for scientifically and professionally ethically
4	Capable of conducting a critical analysis of professional work outcomes and decisions made by himself, coworkers, or the institution
5	Capable of enhancing abilities through training and work experience in accordance with the most recent professional fields at the national, regional, and international levels
6	Capable of enhancing the quality of organizational resources used to establish strategic programs
7	Capable of leading a team to solve difficulties in the orthodontic specialist field as well as broader challenges arising from the orthodontic specialist sector
8	Capable of collaborating with other professions in the same or a different sector to solve difficult job problems pertaining to the orthodontic specialist field
9	Capable of establishing and sustaining a network with the professional community and its clientele
10	Able to take responsibility for work in the orthodontic expert sector in accordance with the orthodontic specialist code of ethics
11	Capable of individually and collaboratively enhancing learning ability on their own responsibility
12	Capable of contributing to the evaluation or formulation of national policies to improve the quality of orthodontic specialist dentists' education or the establishment of national policies in the field of orthodontic specialists
13	Capable of documenting, storing, auditing, securing, and rediscovering data and information for the development of orthodontics-related work outcomes