Abstract

This intensive hands-on course delivers practical, clinically proven strategies for mastering skeletal anchorage in orthodontics—covering the most modern and successful techniques in the field. From the fundamentals of screw insertion to advanced appliance design, participants will gain both the knowledge and the tactile skills needed to apply skeletal anchorage effectively and confidently.

We will start with optimal insertion sites and techniques—both freehand and guided—ensuring participants understand not just the theory, but also the feel of correct insertion in the palate and interradicular areas. Guided exercises will allow you to practice these skills directly.

From there, the focus shifts to appliance design and biomechanics. You will bend and build skeletally anchored appliances such as mesializers, distalizers, and intrusion appliances, gaining a deeper understanding of how to design for maximum efficiency and stability.

Core clinical challenges—distalization, mesialization, skeletal expansion, and molar intrusion—will be addressed in detail, providing protocols and tips for achieving predictable, long-term results. A special segment will be dedicated to Class III correction in growing patients through maxillary advancement—pushing the boundaries of what can be achieved without surgery.

This course is designed for both beginners seeking a solid foundation and experienced orthodontists looking to significantly increase their success rates. It is clinically oriented, packed with real-world tips, troubleshooting advice, and design strategies you can implement immediately.

By the end, you will not only understand the principles behind skeletal anchorage but also have the hands-on confidence to apply them in your practice—transforming complex cases into predictable successes from the very next day.

Learning Objectives

• Recognize the indications for skeletal anchorage in orthodontics and expand treatment options when presenting plans to patients.
• Explain and demonstrate TAD insertion techniques—including freehand and guided approaches—and know when and how to use them effectively.
• Incorporate TADs into both analog and digital clinical workflows to optimize treatment outcomes.
• Sketch and construct appliances designed to fulfill specific treatment objectives.
• Activate and adjust appliances appropriately, provide clear patient instructions, and manage treatment progress effectively.

Agenda

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