Introduction to Myofunctional Orthodontics
Fri, October 20 2023 - Sat, October 21 2023Gold Coast, Australia
Module 1: The Myobrace® System
OVERVIEW
Module 1 is the first step for practitioners wanting to implement The Myobrace® System into their practices. In this course, we will present the foundational knowledge needed to implement Myobrace® correctly and explore the appliances, protocols and techniques required to offer Myobrace® treatment for patients in your clinic. Upon completion of this course, you will gain the skills to treat simple cases.
A bonus full day practical workshop has been added to this course, giving you hands-on experience with application of the principles covered in the full day of lectures explored on the first day.
COURSE TOPICS
- An introduction to myofunctional orthodontics, including background, history and pathophysiology;
- Myobrace® appliance features and protocols;
- Introduction to arch development in Myobrace® treatment;
- Myotalea® appliances and the Myobrace® Fast Track Activities;
- Screening and evaluation of patients for myofunctional orthodontic problems;
- Case examples;
- Implementation of Myobrace® treatment into private practice;
- Full day hands-on workshop for all of the topics above and more.
COURSE FEE
$1400 AUD
Tickets available through Eventbrite.
Key Presenters
Dr Madeeha Khan
BOralH GDipDent
Dr Madeeha Khan completed her studies in dentistry at Griffith University in 2016, achieving Awards for Academic Excellence over three consecutive years. She has been working at the Myobrace® Pre-Orthodontic Center since completing her studies and is passionate about improving the overall health of children.
Dr Emad Ahangari
BOralH GDipDent
Dr Ahangari completed his studies in dentistry at Griffith University, the Gold Coast, in 2014. Following graduation, he worked with The Myobrace® System, then left to work in Canada for nearly two years before returning to Australia to work for MRC. He has received full time direct mentorship from two of the biggest global authorities on myofunctional orthodontics, Dr John Flutter and Dr Chris Farrell. Dr Ahangari excels in communication, has a passion for teaching and looks forward to contributing his skills to revolutionising the way professionals and the public view breathing and myofunctional health issues.
Jessica Maidman
Senior Myobrace Educator
Jessica Maidman is the senior educator for Myobrace®, offering support, education and training to Myobrace® members and assisting practitioners to implement The Myobrace® System. Jessica is also apart of the MRC lecturing team and is passionate about sharing the Myobrace® treatment philosophy.