Orthodontic Treatment Coordinator Program
Lecture Series for Chariside and Orthodontic Assistants

OTC lecture series develops the skills of a chairside assistant to become a valuable treatment coordinator within your office.

Orthodontic Treatment Coordinator I – 1 weekend – OTC I
Basic Chairside Program
This is an introduction to the basics of Orthodontic mechanics and the skills associated with them.

This lecture specifically covers:
• Tie, Cut & Tuck metal ligature ties
• Tie rotations & directional ties
• Place and remove arch wires
• Deliver and adjust headgear
• Tie back and arch wire
• Fit bands on Molars and bicuspids
• Place and adjust locks
• Distinguish the different strengths in arch wires
• Basic arch wire bending and manipulation
There will be instructional videos, handouts and discussions

Orthodontic Treatment Coordinator 2 – 2 weekends – OTC 2
Advanced Chairside Program
This is a continuation of OTC I as well as more advanced skills and Orthodontic treatment planning issues.

This lecture specifically covers:
• Omega stop placement
• Placement of elastics
• Closing arch wires and mechanics
• Retention procedures
• Bend and place a closing loop arch wire
•Understanding the Tx plan
There will be instructional videos, handouts and discussions.

Orthodontic Treatment Coordinator 3 – 2 weekends – OTC 3
This lecture specifically covers:
• Patient instructions
• Parent instrucitons
• Introduction to orthodontics for patient & parent
• Developing case presentations
• Presenting case presentations
• Morning huddle for efficiency
• Managing the treatment plan