Orthodontics DClinDent

Orthodontics DClinDent
The University of Edinburgh
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Key information
Qualification type Subject areas Course types
DClinDent - Doctorate of
Orthodontics Taught
Clinical Dentistry
Course summary
Who is this programme aimed at?

This degree is for dentists wishing to train as specialists in Orthodontics.
The DClinDent in Orthodontics is a three-year, full-time programme which enables you to develop,
consolidate and enhance your range of academic and clinical competencies.
The programme will enable independent and reflective practice at the standard of a specialist in
orthodontics.
Learning outcomes
On completion of the DClinDent, you will be able to demonstrate the following: diagnose anomalies of
the dentition; detect deviations in the development of the dentition, of facial growth and the possession
of functional abnormalities; evaluate the need for orthodontic treatment; formulate a treatment plan and
predict its course; carry out interceptive orthodontic measures.
Career opportunities
Examples of career paths chosen by our past graduates include: specialist practice (in the UK and
overseas); working as a speciality dentist, specialist or consultant in secondary care.; programme
directors; lecturers; other roles within dental school infrastructure.
We strongly encourage you to confirm how the DClinDent and MOrth awards are recognised in your
country. This can be confirmed through regulatory bodies in your country of origin.
Different course options
Study mode Duration Start Dates

Full time 3 years SEP
Course modules
DESIGN 1: Critical Appraisal of Scientific Literature (DENT12053)(20 Credits)

The aim of this course is to develop and demonstrate critical appraise skills and present this
information using concise academic writing.
DESIGN 2: Scotland-Wide Orthodontic Programme (SWOP) 1 (ORTH11001)(60 Credits)

This course will cover the basics of orthodontic problems, the aetiology of malocclusion, clinical
assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning.
DESIGN 3: Diagnosis and treatment planning (ORTH12002)(40 Credits)

This course will train the student how to describe an orthodontic problem accurately from the
clinical examination and records; how to formulate a problem list; to describe the aims of
treatment; and to make a treatment plan (and alternative plans). This module will teach the student
(a) how to analyse and asses a clinical problem in orthodontics (b) formulate a problem list (c)
outline the aims of treatment and (d) devise a course of treatment that will achieve the desired
result. Consideration of the patient's clinical, psychological and medical needs in relation to such
treatment will be paramount.
DESIGN 4: CMVM Scientific Academic Writing (TPGR11004)
DESIGN 5: Orthodontics - Clinical Patient Care 1 (ORTH12001)(60 Credits)

The clinical practice section requires students to spend 20 hours per week treating personal
patients under supervision and attending new patient and joint clinics.
DESIGN 6: Diagnosis and Treatment Planning 2 (ORTH12005)(10 Credits)

This course builds on the skills and attributes gained in the first year and augments the knowledge
and motor skills for diagnosis and treatment planning.
DESIGN 7: Scotland-Wide Orthodontic Programme (SWOP) 2 (ORTH12004)(40 Credits)

This course will cover more advanced topics in orthodontic specialist training, building on year 1 of
the SWOP programme and will include: Iatrogenic effects of orthodontics.Interceptive
Orthodontics; Removable Appliances; Orthognathic surgery.
DESIGN 8: Orthodontics - Clinical Patient Care 2 (ORTH12003)(60 Credits)

The clinical practice section requires students to spend approximately 20 hours per week treating
personal patients under supervision and attending new patient and joint clinics. This section will
build on the experience gained from the first year module (Clinical Patient Care 1).
DESIGN 9: Contemporary Standard Edgewise course (ORTH11002)(10 Credits)

This course is designed to instruct students in standard edgewise technique which forms the basis
of all contemporary orthodontic treatment, and to apply these principles to contemporary pre-
adjusted edgewise technique.
DESIGN 10: Dissertation (DENT11178)(60 Credits)

This course aims to develop skills and knowledge in an area of research relevant to the DClinDent
discipline. The student will learn how to conduct research under the supervision of a senior
member of the unit. They will develop a research protocol, undertake a literature review, conduct
the research and then present the dissertation in the form of a short scientific paper suitable for
publication in a dental journal along with the completed literature review.
Tuition fees
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Entry requirements
A primary dental qualification (such as a Bachelor of Dental Surgery), or its international

equivalent, plus a minimum of two years' post-qualification experience.
Location
The University Of Edinburgh

Student Recruitment And Admissions
Edinburgh
Eh8 9js
Nearest train station:

Edinburgh Waverley
0.4 Miles away
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UK students - 40%
Non UK students - 60%
Study level(UG:PG)
Undergraduate - 66%
Postgraduate - 34%
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The University of Edinburgh

Qualification type Subject areas Course types

Who is this programme aimed at?

Different course options

Study mode Duration Start Dates

DESIGN 1: Critical Appraisal of Scientific Literature (DENT12053)(20 Credits)

DESIGN 2: Scotland-Wide Orthodontic Programme (SWOP) 1 (ORTH11001)(60 Credits)

DESIGN 3: Diagnosis and treatment planning (ORTH12002)(40 Credits)

DESIGN 4: CMVM Scientific Academic Writing (TPGR11004)

DESIGN 5: Orthodontics - Clinical Patient Care 1 (ORTH12001)(60 Credits)

DESIGN 6: Diagnosis and Treatment Planning 2 (ORTH12005)(10 Credits)

DESIGN 7: Scotland-Wide Orthodontic Programme (SWOP) 2 (ORTH12004)(40 Credits)

DESIGN 8: Orthodontics - Clinical Patient Care 2 (ORTH12003)(60 Credits)

DESIGN 9: Contemporary Standard Edgewise course (ORTH11002)(10 Credits)

DESIGN 10: Dissertation (DENT11178)(60 Credits)

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A primary dental qualification (such as a Bachelor of Dental Surgery), or its international

The University Of Edinburgh

Nearest train station:

Orthodontics (Advanced Training) MClinDent

Economics (Finance) MSc

Accounting and Finance MSc

Perfect location, close to transport stations and shops.

Course and Lecturers

View all The University of Edinburgh reviews

University of East Anglia UEA

Teesside University, Middlesbrough

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