Advanced Orthodontics: Self-Ligating Systems Pitts 21 - H4 Applicable to All Systems and Brands
Advanced Orthodontics Course on Self-Ligating Systems Pitts 21 - H4 Applicable to All Systems and Brands
Course overview
Upon completing these 6 online lessons you will be able to apply the Pitts Protocols in your practice.
You will learn in detail how to:
Carry out an aesthetic and Smile Arc bonding protocol by Dr. Tom Pitts;
Establish a protocol for managing the occlusal plane with disarticulations;
Manage biomechanics with elastics according to center of rotation;
Use TADs in treatment with self-ligating systems;
Choose the tip, torque, and rotation according to the clinical case using H4 and Pitts21 elastics;
Obtain space in the 3 dimensions;
Managing the VDO in orthodontic patients.
Course lessons
Lesson 1. Biomechanical Principles in Self-Ligating Systems
How do Self-Ligating Brackets Work? Active - Passive – Interactive
Different Slot Sizes - Intra-Bracket Coupling - Dimensional Tolerance
Torque Expression: How to Achieve It: Variables to Consider
Intra-Slot Biomechanics: Vertical Play - Horizontal Play. Rotational control
Comparison among different systems and brands: advantages and disadvantages
Different types of Friction: Selective friction. Progressive slot
Variable Prescription: Tip, Torque and Rotation according to clinical case
Metallography: Super- and Thermoelasticity. Shape Memory
Autentic and Martensitic Phases and Their Management and Clinical Importance
Archwire Diagrams. Comparison: Roth - MBT - Facebow - CCO - Damon and Pitts.
Lesson 2. Current and Modern Diagnosis in Orthodontics
What do we add? What do we look for? How do we perform it? Simple Method for Diagnosis
Periodontal Diagnosis in Orthodontics: Decisions to Make According to Periodontal Biotype
Acquiring Space in the Three Planes of Space. Why Not Extract Premolars.
Occlusal Fundamentals. Functional. Facial - Aging. 4D Diagnosis
Smile as a starting point. Diagnostic Photography Protocol. 12-Hour Photos
Differential Diagnosis of Basal Skeletal and Dento-Alveolar Problems
Muscle Balance. Balloon Effect. Form and Function. Imaging-Based Diagnosis
Orthopedic Principles Applied in Low-Friction Orthodontics
Demonstrative Clinical Cases where each of these Concepts is applied.
Lesson 3. Esthetic Protocol and Smile Arc Bonding Dr. Tom Pitts
"The Pitts Protocols” Facial Aesthetics. Smile Arc. The 8 Points of a Smile
Case assembly: RSU Cementation - Flipped - Floked - Indications - Advantages
SAP Cementation “Smile Arc Protection” Dr. Tom Pitts Philosophy. Use of GPS-A Chart
Variables to consider when using the GPS table. Applying Clinical Judgment and Common Sense
Start with the "End in Mind" Treatment Strategy - Treatment Plan
Cementation Strategy. Perfecting the Cementation Technique
Anatomical Dental and Periodontal Details as a Guide for Correct Cementation
Obtaining the Spaces in the 3 Planes of Space. Domino Effect
Comprehensive Utilization of Passive Self-Ligating Systems
Cementations in Class III and Occlusal Plane. Cementation for Class II. Modifications.
Lesson 4. Simplified Management of the Occlusal Plane with Disarticulations
Management of the Occlusal Plane According to Center of Rotation
Occlusal plane in Class II cases and how to modify it. Bite turbos in Advancement
Modification of the Plane in Class III. Moderate and Severe Cases
Vertical Patient Management: Open Bites. Origin and Treatment
Simplified Treatment of Deep Bites: Bite Turbos
Step-by-step construction of Stops and Bite Turbos. Materials
Anchorage Management in Low Friction. Simple and Biological Movements
Indications for "bite raises" According to Facial Biotype
How to treat severe brachyfacial and dolichofacial patients?
How Is the Patient Vertically Oriented? Decisions According to Each Clinical Case
The perfect triad: Wide arches, bite openers, and elastics.
Lesson 5. Biomechanics with Elastics According to Center of Rotation
Elastics in Self-Ligating Systems: Indications. Force Dosage.
Biomechanics in Elastics: Short According to Center of Rotation. ILSE
Why is it possible to correct Class II and III malocclusions without premolar extractions?
Class II Treatment with Elastics. Occlusal Plane Modification
Ideal prescription for Class II cases. Type of cementation and case assembly
Clinical and biomechanical management of Class III malocclusions. Treatment strategies
Crossbites: Disappointments, arch types, and crossed elastics
Biomechanical Management with Elastics and Wires: Section - Diameter - Forces
Management of Spaces and Anchorage in Low-Friction Orthodontics
Second-Generation Elastomeric Chains. Advantages Compared to Springs.
Lesson 6. Extra-Alveolar Microimplants in Self-Ligating Brackets
Extra-radicular Micro Implants: Differences from Intraradicular Ones
Indications and strategic uses for large movements
Biomechanics optimizing Appliance Therapy. Advantages in Low Friction
Micros in Infrazygoma Crest. Anatomical Landmarks. Palpation
Micros in Oblique External Line - Mandibular Shelf
Placement Technique. Clinical maneuvers. Anesthesia. Asepsis
Management of the Occlusal Plane: With Micro Implants
Biomechanics According to Maxillary Center of Rotation: Use of Elastics
Side, secondary, and adverse effects: How to manage them
Class II - III Cases - Midline Asymmetries
Vertical Patient Management: Severe Open Bites
Anchorage in Self-Ligating Brackets: Are Micros necessary for anchorage?
Case Completion and Settlement. Removal of Micro-Implants.
Lesson 7. Free example. Treatment phases in Pitts 21: Clinical and Biomechanical Management
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