A program of problem-oriented seminars on the sensory and reflex mechanisms affecting the respiratory and alimentary functions of the mouth and pharynx, mandibular posture and movement and respective application to oropharyngeal dysfunction and orthodontic therapy. One seminar per week for one term.

The mathematics of three dimensional space, force and moment systems are given as the basis for considering the mechanics of orthodontic treatment. The mechanical properties of some orthodontic materials are studied as a background for appliance design. The quantitative aspects of tooth movement are discussed in terms of patient treatment planning. Seminar and laboratory sessions.

A program of student-based seminars on the morphogenesis of craniofacial structures and their significance to clinical problems.

A seminar program on the application of cephalometric radiography to craniofacial morphological research, orthodontic diagnosis and case analysis.

A program of student-based seminars and lectures on the biological basis of orthodontic and facial orthopedic diagnosis and therapeutic technique.

This course will be offered during the second year (term III). The prerequisite for this course will be the completion of the required courses in the first year of the program. In clinical terms this course will be taught with the following courses: Management and Restorative Treatment of Pediatric Patients II. Course is evaluated on a pass/fail basis.

This course will be offered during the first year (term I and II). The prerequisite for this course will be the dental degree obtained prior to applying to the program. In clinical terms this course will be taught with the following courses: Management and Restorative Treatment of Pedicatric Patients I and Special Needs and Emergency care in Pediatric Patients. Course is evaluated on a pass/fail basis.

This course will be offered during the first year (term III and IV). The prerequisite for this course will be completion of the required courses in the first year of the program. In clinical terms this course will be taught with the following courses: Management and Restorative Treatment of Pediatric Patients II and Preventive Programs in Pediatric Dentistry. Course is evaluated on a pass/fail basis.

This course will be offered during the first year (term I and II). The prerequisite for this course will be the dental degree obtained prior to applying to the program. In clinical terms this course will be taught with the following courses: Hospital Pediatric Dentistry I and Preventive and Community Pediatric Dentistry. Course is evaluated on a pass/fail basis.

This course will be offered during the second year (term III and IV). The prerequisite for this course will be the completion of the required courses in the first year of the program. In clinical terms this course will be taught with the following courses: Hospital Pediatric Dentistry II and Preventive Programs in Pediatric Dentistry. Course is evaluated on a pass/fail basis.

This course will be offered during the first year (term I). The prerequisite for this course will be the dental degree obtained prior to applying to the program. In clinical terms this course will be taught with the following courses: Management and Restorative Treatment of Pediatric Patients I. Course is evaluated on a pass/fail basis.

This course will be offered during the first year (term I). The prerequisite for this course will be the dental degree obtained prior to applying to the program. In clinical terms this course will be taught with the following courses: Management and Restorative Treatment of Pediatric Patients I and Hospital Pediatric Dentistry I. Course is evaluated on a pass/fail basis.

A program of resident presentations and seminars on the biology of interceptive orthodontics and dentofacial orthopaedics and their significance to clinical pediatric dentistry.

Residents will be expected to obtain knowledge of pharmacology and toxicology of commonly used medications in clinical pediatric dentistry. A number of seminars will be conducted to obtain adequate knowledge and skills in this course.