Glasgow Orthodontic Academy

Version 10 of our revision course is launching in August 2024.
If you are preparing to sit the orthodontics exam (Part A & B, this exclusive course is designed to help you triumph. We can help enhance your knowledge, increase confidence, and guide you to success.
• The course was established by Dr Mo, an international lecturer and writer of seven successful books who, over the past 10 years, has pioneered the preparation and delivery of Membership in Orthodontic revision content.
• The most established course with a track record for success!
• Hundreds of delegates attended these revision courses with an 80-90% pass rate!
• Relevant past-exam questions will be provided in each lecture.
• Access to relevant papers and resources when required.
• Access a closed WhatsApp group to update the delegates about new information and hot topics/ questions relevant to the exam.
• The course will focus on all components of the Membership in Orthodontics (Edinburgh) Part A and B exam, but it will cover most of the components that are relevant to the England/ Glasgow/ Ireland exams.

Register your interest

https://www.orthodonticacademy.co.uk/events/comprehensive-orthodontic-course-16-months-duration-online-course-version-10?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2i7W8Wc5BmCX5-FWXjWODiKj3appKr2uNcv7aOV5ePI8492003DEO8wZs_aem_INdc_fdvoEpjsDyWVx_0bg

Part A MOrth RCS: Two-Day Condensed Online Revision Course
Register in advance for this webinar:
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Condensed Online Revision for the Membership in Orthodontics (Part B of the exam)
Register in advance for this webinar:
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Join me in the upcoming KuwaitI 2-day course on clinical orthodontics! 🦷 Elevate your skills with live demos and discussions on tips, tools, materials, and advancements in orthodontic treatments. Don't miss this chance to enhance your practice.
The course fee is 140 Kuwaiti Dinars, which includes handouts, lunch, and coffee breaks. Call/Whatsapp +965-91113131 or +965-50770799 for more info and bookings.
The course is organised by the Kuwaiti Orthodontic Society
. See you there! 🌟🦷📚

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Looking forward to seeing you in Kuwait for an exciting two-day course on clinical orthodontics by Dr Mo Almuzian (Specialist Orthodontist/ UK) 🦷 Elevate your knowledge and skills with live demo workshops and discussions on clinical tips, tools, materials, and advancements in orthodontic treatments. By the end of the course, you'll be able to assess outcomes, critique evidence, and deliver enhanced orthodontic care. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your practice and stay at the forefront of the field.

Course fees: 140 Kuwaiti Dinars including handout, lunch and coffee break

For more info and booking, please call/ WhatsApp:
+965-91113131
+965-50770799

. See you there! 🌟🦷📚

Due to a family relocation we are in need of a qualified dental nurse to join our awesome team!
Sunrise Dental Clinic is a great place to work with lots of benefits including a later start daily and an early end to the week on Friday to accommodate family life and a four day week if you prefer!
To learn more about the role and if you would be a great fit for our team, please email [email protected]

Version 10 of our revision course is launching in August 2024.
If you are preparing to sit the orthodontics exam (Part A & 😎, this exclusive course is designed to help you triumph. We can help enhance your knowledge, increase confidence, and guide you to success.
• The course was established by Dr Mo, an international lecturer and writer of seven successful books who, over the past 10 years, has pioneered the preparation and delivery of Membership in Orthodontic revision content.
• The most established course with a track record for success!
• Hundreds of delegates attended these revision courses with an 80-90% pass rate!
• Relevant past-exam questions will be provided in each lecture.
• Access to relevant papers and resources when required.
• Access a closed WhatsApp group to update the delegates about new information and hot topics/ questions relevant to the exam.
• The course will focus on all components of the Membership in Orthodontics (Edinburgh) Part A and B exam, but it will cover most of the components that are relevant to the England/ Glasgow/ Ireland exams.

Register your interest

Comprehensive Online Orthodontic Course/ Membership Preparatory Course (Version 10) | Glasgow Orthodontic One lecture every week for 16 months. We will run version 10 of our online 📡 preparatory course for the membership and board exams 📖 (Part I and II) The course is exclusive for specialists and residents in orthodontics ONLY

Don’t miss the upcoming clinical club webinar on 27th of April 2024 at 7pm (London time)

Topic: Virtual Clinical Orthodontic Club (VCOC)/ season 8, part 4

Register in advance for this webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_aUu-tTqQSdau_R_AqmI_TA

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Happy Eid to everyone!
Wishing you a peace in your heart today & always.

It’s always heartwarming when a patient expresses they’ll miss seeing me regularly after completing their orthodontic treatment. 😊 Rest assured, I make it a priority to review my patients for over 3 years post-treatment to ensure their smile remains healthy and beautiful. 🦷

Save the date…
will be in Casablanca for 2 days May 25th-26th 2024!
Don’t miss the opportunity to learn useful clinical tips and pearls for a successful treatment.
For registration,please click on the link below:

https://www.orthodonticacademy.co.uk//_paylink/AY2K24X6

Don’t miss out upcoming complimentary webinar next Saturday at 7pm (London time)

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You are invited to a Zoom webinar.
When: Feb 3, 2024 07:00 PM London
Topic: Virtual Clinical Orthodontic Club (VCOC)/ season IV, part 1

Register in advance for this webinar:
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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. .kwt

Online Revision for the Membership in Orthodontics (Part B of the exam)

The course is open to EVERYONE sitting the Membership in Orthodontics exam (Edinburgh, England, Glasgow, Ireland)
Course fees: £250

WHY JOIN THIS COURSE?
· The most established course with a track record for success!
· Hundreds of delegates attended these revision courses with an 80-90% pass rate!
· Run by Dr Mo, who over the past 8 years, pioneered in preparing and delivering MOrth RCS revision.
· Dr Mo is the main author of The Planet of Orthodontics.
· Relevant past exam questions will be provided in each lecture.
· Access to relevant papers and resources when required.
· Access to a closed WhatsApp group to keep the delegates updated about new information and hot topics/ questions relevant to the exam.
· The course will cover the new component (biomechanics) of the Membership in Orthodontics exam (Edinburgh) and other exam components.

Course structure:
The course will focus on all components of the Membership in Orthodontics (Edinburgh) Part B exam, BUT it will cover most of the components that are relevant to the England/ Glasgow/ Ireland exams.
The course consists of 4 lectures (each 180 min).
Each lecture consists of three parts (Part A includes an unseen case-based discussion, Part B is communication scenarios with a native English-speaking actor/ actress, and Part C is biomechanics and relevant topics.)
IMPORTANT NOTICE: YOU DON'T HAVE A HANDOUTRDING DURING THIS COURSE BESIDES WHAT COULD BE PROMISED DURING INDIVIDUAL LECTURES.

Registration and payment via PayPal:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_q8K6kDAPTZCUIDP1Z4jRUw

Don’t miss out upcoming complimentary webinar next Saturday at 7pm (London time)
Sponsored by GC orthodontics
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You are invited to a Zoom webinar.
When: Feb 3, 2024 07:00 PM London
Topic: Virtual Clinical Orthodontic Club (VCOC)/ season IV, part 1

Register in advance for this webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RKgzU0hFRlKt7Hl2rAqCQg

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Don't miss out upcoming complimentary webinar next Saturday at 7pm (London time)
Sponsored by GC orthodontics
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You are invited to a Zoom webinar.
When: Feb 3, 2024 07:00 PM London
Topic: Virtual Clinical Orthodontic Club (VCOC)/ season IV, part 1

Register in advance for this webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RKgzU0hFRlKt7Hl2rAqCQg

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Virtual Clinical Orthodontic Club (VCOC)/ season IV, part 1. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. Structure of VCOC webinar: During the VCOC, we take a case or two and present them to the attendees. Depending on the case, different orthodontic topics relevant to that specific case will be discussed. Then, the treatment options will be analysed. Once a vigorous, extensive clinical discussion has....

Honored to speak at the Kuwaiti Orthodontic Congress starting tomorrow! Looking forward to reuniting with friends and colleagues. 🌟

Are you preparing to take the membership in orthodontics exam in 2024? Look no further! Our exclusive revision course is designed to help you ace the exam.
Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and increase your chances of passing the exam with flying colors.

Register in advance:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_q8K6kDAPTZCUIDP1Z4jRUw

Clinical Orthodontic Club (VCOC) webinar

We are excited to invite you to join us for the free upcoming Virtual Clinical Orthodontic Club (VCOC) webinar on Dec 16, 2023, at 07:00 PM London time.
To secure your spot, please register in advance using the following link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Y4fNCGcdSgGio_078XCkQw?fbclid=IwAR1bkkrtI8UT_Tr_O_M66I4ihnqnqSWcTP7ld8avZwc9UXrx5Bh2T2f6_Gs_aem_ASBbrvzoZxnD-K2mOb13HJSsASPyiIeNQhAzsdjMpxUYuW4rduBm8P8vIxgu6ULYOSY #/registration

Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email with all the necessary details for joining the webinar. We’d like to encourage you to register early as spaces are limited.
👉 Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and skills in the field of orthodontics! See you there!

Hello,
You are invited to a Zoom webinar.
When: Dec 2, 2023 07:00 PM London
Topic: Virtual Clinical Orthodontic Club (VCOC)/ season III, part III

Register in advance for this webinar:
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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. — with Alex Ditmarov and 7 others.

REVISE AND REVIEW: BONDED RETAINERS

Advantages
• Easy and well tolerated by the patient.
• Do not compromise on aesthetics.
• Minimal interference with speech.
• Less reliant upon compliance than removable retainers. However, a randomised clinical trial has shown that images of relapse shown to both patients and parents can increase compliance with the removable retainers and decrease the chance of relapse (Lin et al., 2015).
• Allow some physiological movement of the teeth.
• Minimal periodontal damages (Booth et al., 2008)
Effectiveness
Although relapse in the lower labial segment was found statistically insignificant with both removable and fixed retainers (Forde et al., 2018, Atack et al., 2007), another RCT found that bonded retainers are better at maintaining alignment in the first 6 months after debonding than thermoplastic retainers (O’Rourke et al., 2016). The same researchers followed up their sample over a period of 18 months (O’Rourke et al., 2016) and 5 years (Al- Al-Al-Moghrabi et al., 2018). During the 18 month follow up, the degree of relapse almost became identical. However, over a more extended period (5 years), they concluded that fixed retainers are more effective than removable retainers in maintaining mandibular anterior segment alignment.
Disadvantages
• Placement is time-consuming.
• Technique sensitive.
• Interference with the bite, especially in deep bite cases.
• Potential increases in caries rate as interdental cleaning becomes difficult under partially failed bonding material (Bearn, 1995).
• Interference with the settling of occlusion.
• Do not retain transverse expansion.
• Bonding failure: Some studies reported a high failure rate (23%-30%) (Artun et al., 1997, Renkema et al., 2011) or as high as 46.4% (Pandis et al., 2013) though 30% of patients with bond failures had an average of 0.81 mm increase in the incisor irregularity (Renkema et al., 2011, Forde et al., 2018). A systemic review reported a 12-50% failure rate, most commonly between the lateral incisor and canine (Iliadi et al., 2015).
• Fixed retainers might fail without patients knowing until relapse occurs, which can add to the clinician’s responsibility. Therefore, a removable backup retainer should also be supplied.
• A fixed retainer is inefficient in maintaining extraction space unless extended posteriorly. However, this usually increases the failure rate.
• Fixed retainers might deform and become active, resulting in some movement. A study found that using flexible spiral wire or twist-flex retainers bonded to all mandibular anterior teeth, may result in unwanted labiolingual movement or torque the lower anterior teeth (Katsaros et al., 2007).
If you're seeking in-depth knowledge, look no further than the Planets of Orthodontics Textbook, Volume 4, Chapter 10! 🚀📚 This essential resource can now be downloaded for FREE using the link below:
🔗 Link: https://www.orthodonticacademy.co.uk/orthoplanets

REVISE & REVIEW

Cervical Vertebral Maturation (CVM)

The cervical vertebral maturation method relies on the shape of cervical (C) vertebrae C2, C3 and C4 to predict mandibular growth (Baccetti et al., 2002, Mito et al., 2003). For the ease of use of CVM, several smartphone Apps have been developed, including EasyAge.

The simplified version of the CVM assessment consists of 6 stages (CVMS):

CVMS 1: The lower borders of C2, C3 and C4 are flat. The bodies of both C3 and C4 are trapezoid in shape. The peak in mandibular growth (PMnG) occurs on average 2 years after this stage (Baccetti et al., 2005).

CVMS 2: C2 lower border is now concave. C2 and C3 are still trapezoid in shape. The PMnG occurs on average 1 year after this stage 3.

CVMS 3: The lower border of C2 and C3 are concave. The bodies of C3 and C4 may be either trapezoid or horizontal rectangular in shape. The PMnG occurs during the year after this stage.

CVMS 4: C2, C3 and C4 lower borders are concave. C3 and C4 are horizontally rectangular in shape (rectangular with the long side being in the horizontal plane). PMnG usually occurs at the start of, or slightly before this stage.

CVMS 5: At least one of the bodies of C3 and C4 is square in shape. The PMnG has ended at least 1 year before this stage.

CVMS 6: At least one of the bodies of C3 and C4 is vertical rectangular in shape (rectangular with the long side being in the vertical plane). PMnG has ended at least 2 years before this age

RELIABILITY

• The inter-observer reliability for cervical vertebra maturation assessment was found to be 50 %, and intra-observer reliability was found to be 62% (Gabriel et al., 2009).
• Another study found that CVM methods have poor reliability and validity (Santiago et al., 2012). Therefore, the CVM method is not recommended for isolation (Zhao et al., 2012).

IF YOU'RE SEEKING IN-DEPTH KNOWLEDGE, LOOK NO FURTHER THAN THE PLANETS OF ORTHODONTICS TEXTBOOK, VOLUME 1, CHAPTER 2! 🚀📚 THIS ESSENTIAL RESOURCE CAN NOW BE DOWNLOADED FOR FREE USING THE LINK BELOW:

🔗 Link: https://www.orthodonticacademy.co.uk/orthoplanets

Don't miss the Virtual Clinical Orthodontic Club this Saturday at 7pm! 🦷 Join us for an informative and interactive session. 🗓️

Make sure to mark your calendars and set a reminder so that you don't miss out on this opportunity!



Please click the link below to join the webinar:

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Virtual Clinical Orthodontic Club (VCOC)/ season II, part II. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. Structure of VCOC webinar: During the VCOC, we take a case or two and present them to the attendees. Depending on the case, different orthodontic topics relevant to that specific case will be discussed. Then, the treatment options will be analysed. Once a vigorous, extensive clinical discussion has....

CBCT scan and impacted canines

* 30% of the treatment plan of impacted canines change after taking CBCT scan.
* The direction of traction of impacted canines changes after taking CBCT scan.
* The extraction pattern for the management of impacted canines changes secondary to CBCT examination.

These are the main conclusions of the newly published paper by Dr Stoustrup and team on the 3rd of November 2023.

What do you think?
Link to the paper:

https://academic.oup.com/ejo/advance-article-abstract/doi/10.1093/ejo/cjad062/7339689?redirectedFrom=fulltext

How to control incisors torque during retraction?
In a recent study using the finite element method, a team from Lebanon 🇱🇧 led by Dr Zalaquett aimed to clarify the effect of power arm length combined with additional torque on the controlled movement of anterior teeth.

🔬This study involved an adult patient who required medium anchorage after extraction of maxillary first premolars. The power arms were placed at three different levels - 3 mm, 6 mm, and 9 mm, between the lateral incisor and the canine. A retraction force of 150 g was applied from each height of the anterior hook to the first molar tube, with different levels (0°, 5°, and 10°)
of applied lingual root torque on the incisors.

💡 In conclusion, 3-mm hook with 10° of applied torque, a 6-mm hook with 5° of applied torque, or a 9-mm hook with no extra torque constituted the best combinations targeted at controlling the inclination of incisors during retraction. Extrusion

Link to the paper:

https://www.ajodo.org/article/S0889-5406(23)00513-9/fulltext

What do you think?

Two-Day Online Revision Course: For Part A of the Membership in Orthodontics

Join our established revision course backed by Dr Mo Almuzian’s expertise and 360 bonus MCQs to ace your exam.

Course fees:
£300-----Before 01/12/2023
£400-----After 01/12/2023

Course timetable:
Day One: 16th of December 2023
• 9 am – 10:30 am: Introduction and advice: Part A
• 10:30 am – 11 am: Coffee break
• 11 am – 12:30 pm: Applied basic dental and oral science
• 12:30 pm – 1:oo pm: Lunch break
• 1:00 pm – 3 pm: Basic science in orthodontics

Day Two: 17th of December 2023
• 9 am – 10:30 am: Management in orthodontics
• 10:30 am – 11 am: Coffee break
• 11 am – 12:30 pm: MCQs open-ended discussion
• 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm: Lunch break
• 1:00 pm – 3 pm: MCQs open-ended discussion

Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_T6ipl65UQoSjJzhgCu6qhQ

Two-Day Online Revision Course: For Part A of the Membership in Orthodontics

Join our established revision course backed by Dr Mo Almuzian’s expertise and 360 bonus MCQs to ace your exam.
Course fees:
£300-----Before 01/12/2023
£400-----After 01/12/2023

Course timetable:
Day One: 16th of December 2023
• 9 am – 10:30 am: Introduction and advice: Part A
• 10:30 am – 11 am: Coffee break
• 11 am – 12:30 pm: Applied basic dental and oral science
• 12:30 pm – 1:oo pm: Lunch break
• 1:00 pm – 3 pm: Basic science in orthodontics

Day Two: 17th of December 2023
• 9 am – 10:30 am: Management in orthodontics
• 10:30 am – 11 am: Coffee break
• 11 am – 12:30 pm: MCQs open-ended discussion
• 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm: Lunch break
• 1:00 pm – 3 pm: MCQs open-ended discussion

Registration link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_T6ipl65UQoSjJzhgCu6qhQ

How to reduce attachments flashes (AFs) during clear aligner therapy (CAT)?

AFs affect aligners fitness. Fitness of aligners is crucial for CAT efficiency. Poor aligners fitness compromises CAT outcomes.

WHAT ARE THE SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS?
1. Avoid using attachments!
2. Bond attachments then scan and plan.
3. Etching template as suggested by some clinician.
4. I understood that Dr D Walt mentioning what is called Trial-insert (see the slides below).
MY PERSONAL OPINION
I did not try option 4 but I assume it will take extra time.

I have used option 3, it is a good option, requires etching template but the AFs were reduced significantly.

We are currently researching option 2 in an in-vitro study.

WHAT DO YOU THINK?

📚📝! Join us for our upcoming Online Revision for the Membership in Orthodontics Exam. The course will be held from 1st to 4th of November 2023 every day from 7-10pm (London time). We will be covering all the essential Part B components needed for success. 💯✅
Course fees: £240

The course will be delivered by Dr Mo Almuzian.
Save the date and register now for this incredible opportunity to learn from one of the industry's top experts. 📩✔️

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_luONhH7OS7Oty0melNGF7A #/registration
PS: Please note that our organisation is not affiliated with any Royal College. We want to clarify that our services are designed solely as revision courses for the membership and board exams.