Lesson 1: The Assistant’s Role in Clear Aligner Therapy

• Introduction to Clear Aligner Therapy
• Attachments, IPR, and Auxiliaries
• The Aligner Delivery Appointment
• Subsequent Visits, Refinements, and Finishing
• Tips, Tricks, and Case Reviews

Lesson 2: Minimizing Repairs & Unnecessary Appointments

• Distinguishing Emergencies, Repairs, and Unnecessary Visits
• Repair Types, Common Causes, and How to Manage

Lesson 3: Predictable Bonding to Atypical Tooth Surfaces

• Bonding Fundamentals on Atypical Tooth Surfaces
• Techniques and Tips for Bonding to Non-Enamel Surfaces

Lesson 4: The Assistant’s Role in Soft Tissue Laser Procedures

• Types, Applications, and Equipment
• Soft Tissue Laser Procedures, Safety, and Healing

Lesson 5: The Assistant’s Role in Mini Implants

• Introduction to Orthodontic Mini Implants
• Assistant’s Responsibilities in Mini Implant Placement and Removal

Lesson 6: Risk Management for the Orthodontic Team

• Understanding Malpractice and Risk Management Gaps
• Addressing Risk Management Gaps and Next Steps

Lesson 7: Adjusting Retainers and Other Appliances

• Adjusting, Inserting, and Removing Retainers with Patient Instructions
• Headgear Parts, Fit, Adjustment, and Patient Instructions

Lesson 8: The Biological Basis of Tooth Movement

• Understanding the Biology of Tooth Movement

Lesson 9: Mastering Cephalometric Landmarks

• Understanding and Identifying Cephalometric Landmarks

Lesson 10: Cone Beam CT in Orthodontics

• Understanding CBCT: Diagnostic Value, Applications, and Challenges
• Diagnosis, Clinical Applications, and Considerations