2008 Symposium

Cranial-Facial Orthopedic and Orthodontic Study Group

February 8-9, 2008

May 9-10, 2008

A new world of cranial-maxillary and mandibular orthopedics altering growth and development of the face and dentition beckons you.

Presenter: Dr. James M. Broadbent

Introductory Offer only! $995 when you register both both seminars.

Or you can choose whichever seminar suits your learning needs at $695 per seminar.

Click here to print out (in pdf format) a personal invitation from Dr. James Broadbent himself.

Call Rob at 1800-433-7168 to reserve your seat.

Cruise with the Experts 2008

July 2-9, 2008

From Seward, Alaska to Vancouver, renew your spirit in America's wonderland on board the "all suites, all balconies" Regent's Seven Seas Mariner.

Dr. David A. Salmassy
Dr. Robert J. Matkovich

Cranial-facial orthopedic & orthodontic study group

The Broadbent Discipline integrates removable and fixed active appliances, functional jaw orthopedics, and straight wire technology into an effective and efficient delivery system.

Learn why the integration of CMO-FJO and orthodontic systems is needed to make the patient whole. Our students learn how to achieve simply the best results when considering the face, the jaws and the teeth.

Session 1: February 8-9, 2008

Science:
Introduction Head Type, Face Type, and Facial Distortions
Diagnostic 3-Dimensional STVRPY records
Tri-planar analysis and roll distortions
TM Joint MRI, tomography and transcranial imaging
10 Step CMO-FJO and Ortho Treatment Syntax
Group review teaching FJO Case 1 and 2 records and proposed treatment
Dr. B treatment Cases 1 and 2
Signs of developing facial distortion and malocclusion in permanent dentition
Cephalometrics (lateral head film)
Maxillae protraction appliances

Mentoring: Doctors case presentations

Hands-on:
Protraction Head gear adjustment
Archwire posts, hooks, stops, loops, crimp-on, and screw-on
Soldering unit
Orthodontic pliers and instruments
Utility Arch - custom and pre-manufactured modular
Archwire bends basic: in/out, up/down, v-bend, bayonet

Assignment:
Bring bird beak, small three-jaw pliers
Diagnostic records mixed dentition case with facial asymmetry and malocclusion you consider treating
James and Stokon: Cranial Movement and Orthodontics Series, IAO 2005-06

Session 2: May 9-10, 2008

Science:
Facial Distortion Biomechanics
Introduction Cranial Base Type I-VIII malocclusions
Group review teaching FJO Case 3 and 4 records and proposed treatment
Dr. B treatment Cases 3 and 4
Signs of developing facial distortion and malocclusion in mixed dentition
Cephalometrics (posterior-anterior head film)
Maxillae tri-planar biomechanics
Maxillae transverse/sagittal appliances:
Cranial-Maxillae arch symmetry
Intra-oral across-bite elastics
Maxillae arch expansion
Mandible repositioning appliances

Mentoring: Doctors case presentations

Hands-on:
Quad-helix and ALF adjustments
Lip Bumper
Tray set-ups
Welder band shims and attachments
Micro-etcher use in soldering, welding, banding, bracketing

Assignment:
Will be given should there be sufficient interest for additional training

The Dockstader Orthodontic Laboratory is designated an approved PACE Program Provider by the California Academy of General Dentistry. The formal continuing education programs of this program provider are accepted by AGD for Fellowship, Mastership and membership maintenance credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial board of dentistry. The current term of approval extends from October 1, 2007 to October 1, 2010.

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