Removable Orthodontic Appliances course for Dental Practice

This session describes the contemporary use of removable orthodontic appliances in orthodontic practise.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this session you will be able to:

• Discuss the indications and contra-indications for the use of removable appliances
• Appreciate the advantages, disadvantages and limitations of the appliance
• Identify the main components of removable appliances
• Describe the stages in designing an appliance
• Describe the instructions commonly given to a patient wearing removable appliances

Removable appliances have been used for many years in orthodontic practise. They may be used in the upper or lower arches, but are more commonly used in the upper arch.