12-Month Course Access
Provides:
- 14-lesson course on the fundamentals of orthodontic assisting
- Course assessments to check progress and knowledge
- 32 CE credits
Price range: $400.00 through $460.00
Course Length/Learning Time: 32 hours
The Academy of Orthodontic Assisting Level 1 is Trapezio’s foundation program. This 14-lesson course details the fundamentals of orthodontic assisting and is an easy and affordable way to get new clinical team members up to speed quickly. The online program is also a phenomenal tool for educating experienced team members, getting your entire clinical team on the same page. Doctors and senior team members will be able to save significant time in the new hire on boarding process by adding the Academy of Orthodontic Assisting Level 1 program to the practice training protocol.
Prepare your orthodontic assistants to better serve your patients and your practice with a simple purchase of the Academy of Orthodontic Assisting Level 1.
Meet your instructor
Dr. Doug Depew is the founder and Academic Director of Trapezio, an online training platform created to provide orthodontic practices with accessible, role-specific education for their team members. With decades of experience running a successful orthodontic practice, he understands how vital a well-trained team is to the growth and success of an office. Trapezio was designed to make training simple, effective, and available anytime, giving practices the tools they need to build confident, capable teams.
Since its launch, Trapezio has grown into a trusted resource for orthodontic practices nationwide, offering courses for clinical team members, office managers, treatment coordinators, and more. Each course is structured to strengthen skills, improve efficiency, and empower team members to thrive in their roles. Dr. Depew’s vision has always been to support both the professional growth of orthodontic teams and the overall success of orthodontic practices. Through Trapezio, that vision continues to transform teams and the care they provide.
Educational and Learning Objectives Explored
1. Oral and Dental Anatomy – This section introduces oral and dental anatomy by covering tooth development, numbering, surfaces and directions, and common malocclusions to build a foundational understanding for orthodontic practice.
2. What is Orthodontics
Module 2 introduces orthodontics by exploring dental specialties, types and stages of treatment, common orthodontic instruments, and the biological principles of tooth movement.
3. The Orthodontic Appliance – Lesson 3 covers orthodontic appliances by reviewing their basic parts, elastomeric and steel ligatures, and common intra-oral auxiliaries used in treatment.
4.Archwire Selection
Module 4 focuses on archwires by teaching proper placement and termination techniques and guiding the selection of appropriate archwires for orthodontic treatment.
5. Headgears and Elastics
Lesson 5 covers headgears and elastics by explaining the use of extra-oral and intra-oral auxiliaries to support and optimize orthodontic treatment.
6. Secondary Appliances
Module 6 introduces secondary appliances by covering their fabrication and reviewing the different types used in orthodontic treatment.
7. Application of Orthodontic Appliances
Lesson 7 teaches the application of orthodontic appliances by covering separators or spacers, orthodontic bands, and both direct and indirect bonding techniques.
8. Removal and Retention
Module 8 focuses on removal and retention by teaching how to safely remove braces, implement retention strategies, and perform essential post-treatment procedures.
9. Diagnostic Records
Module 9 covers diagnostic records by introducing orthodontic photography, impressions, bite registration, and key photographic techniques to accurately document patient cases.
10. Radiation and X-ray Safety
Lesson 10 addresses radiation and X-ray safety by teaching proper safety protocols, patient positioning, and techniques for capturing high-quality orthodontic radiographs.
11. Orthodontic Models
Module 11 introduces orthodontic models by covering traditional model techniques as well as intra-oral scanning and the use of digital models.
12. Patient Management
Module 12 focuses on patient management by teaching proper chair, patient, and body positioning, safe physical interaction, appliance checks, patient instruction, charting, and effective communication with parents.
13. Infection Control in Orthodontics
Lesson 13 covers infection control in orthodontics by explaining its principles, teaching sterilization and disinfection procedures, and emphasizing protection for both patients and the dental team.
14. Professionalism in Orthodontics
Module 14 addresses professionalism in orthodontics by outlining workplace expectations and teaching best practices for professional behavior in the office.
Release Date: March 1, 1998 | Review Date: January 29, 2025 | Expiration Date: January 29, 2028
