DAY 1  Basics of Orthodontics 

• Understanding an orthodontic malocclusion.
• Assessment of orthodontic problems.
• Basic treatment approaches for a Class I, Class II, and Class III patient.
• Basic treatment options for a crowding and spacing case.
• Basic treatment options for a deep bite and open-bite malocclusion.
• The orthodontic problem list and treatment options.
• Obtaining excellent orthodontic records.
• Optimizing and perfecting the new patient exam process.
• What cases should you be treating with aligners

DAY 2 and 3 

• History of aligner Therapy
• Evaluation of different aligner systems
• What can realistically be achieved with aligner movements and which cases should utilize fixed braces rather than aligners
• The difference in biomechanics for aligners and braces
• Problems with aligners and how to resolve them -tips, tricks, and techniques
• Orthodontic setups for class 2 and class 3 issues
• Orthodontic setups for deep bites and open bites
• Management of extraction cases with aligners
• The Hybrid aligner system
• How to assess a digital setup
• Assessment of the different aligner systems in the market place
• Troubleshooting with aligners
• How to integrate aligner treatment into your practice efficiently and profitably