ORTH 304 - Orthodontic Clinic

Cr Hrs: 1 (0-0-12)

This course entails the application of principles of orthodontic diagnosis and treatment. The student is taught to apply diagnostic principles to the broad range of malocclusions encountered in a general practice. Communication skills necessary to provide effective patient/parent consultation and effective interaction with orthodontic specialists are emphasized. The student is also taught how to treat those malocclusions that are generally considered to be of an uncomplicated nature. Treatment may be provided in a wide variety of situations using either fixed or removable appliances on the child, adolescent, or the adult.

Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
Instructional Method: Clinical
Location offered: Memphis
Spring - Instructor of Record: Quinton C Robinson
Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Jere Yates
Spring - Additional Instructor 2: Wanda Claro-Woodruff