Expanding Your Skill Set With AOS’ Hands-On TADs Course

A temporary anchorage device (TAD) provides stable anchorage in orthodontic treatment without relying on teeth, allowing for improved results in complex cases. General dentists can take advantage of the AOS Hands-On TADs Course from the American Orthodontic Society to build on their existing straight wire experience and expand their capabilities. You can become a member of the American Orthodontic Society to access this exclusive opportunity.

1. Learn the science behind TADs.

The AOS Hands-On TADs Course for dentists provides comprehensive insight into TADs and their applications. The course features a wide range of peer-reviewed material that dives into the specifics of treatment using TADs, preparing you to provide additional care options for your patients.

You’ll learn the fundamental theory and mechanics behind TADs, along with their specific role in orthodontic treatment. The course highlights the benefits of TADs, showcasing the orthodontic challenges they help overcome. You’ll also learn about the potential risks so that you can provide balanced treatment plans for your patients.

The course features technical lectures alongside reviews of actual case reports. You’ll develop the knowledge of how TADs work in real-world applications, giving you the best foundation possible for providing treatment.

2. Get hands-on experience.

This course for dentists goes beyond just theory. While you will receive a thorough theoretical understanding of TADs, you’ll also benefit from hands-on exercises that hone practical skills.

General dentist orthodontics courses should provide the necessary foundation for actual treatment. The hands-on exercises working with TADs during this course do exactly that. You’ll learn how to place TADs in a clinical setting through guided exercises. This combination of practice and knowledge is exactly what you want from orthodontic CE courses.

This practical experience will provide you with the confidence you need to start offering treatment at your practice. You’ll know that you can provide effective treatment and positive long-term outcomes for your patients, fulfilling both your own professional development and your commitment to quality care.

3. Enhance your treatment options.

Having an existing foundation in straight wire orthodontic treatment already opens the door to many cases. However, expanding your options by developing your capabilities with TADs allows you to treat an even wider range of patients.

While basic straight wire treatment is sufficient for many orthodontic issues, more complex cases call for alternative methods. TADs are among the most versatile examples, allowing you to treat cases involving space closure, midline correction, bite closure, protrusion of molars, and uprighting of molars.

Taking on cases that require more complex tooth movement lets you avoid referring out more patients. Your patients will appreciate having access to treatment from a dentist they know and trust, and you’ll retain more revenue opportunities for your practice.

4. Build on your existing orthodontic skills.

The AOS provides a wide range of courses tailored to general dentists with different levels of experience in orthodontics. If you’ve already gone through our Basic and Intermediate Straight Wire Courses, then you’re a prime candidate for the Hands-On TADs Course.

TADs complement straight wire treatment, allowing for the treatment of more complex issues. Many cases can benefit from TADs to improve predictability and shorten treatment time.

Moving forward in your career and growing your practice requires a commitment to continuous improvement. Exploring additional treatments and technologies is one way to approach that, and this course lets you unlock a truly versatile skill set.

5. Earn continuing education credits.

Continuing education is an ongoing part of maintaining your licensing requirements. However, it doesn’t have to be something you just check off a list each year. Instead, you can take advantage of the Hands-On TADs Course to make meaningful progress in your skills and career at the same time.

This course provides eight CE hours during your initial completion in year one. In year two, you can gain an additional eight CE hours through clinical monitoring. Depending on your state licensing requirements, this can satisfy a large chunk of your required hours.

It’s also easy to fit this course into your busy schedule. You can build your skills and gain continuing education credits through this two-day course, typically scheduled for a Friday and Saturday full-day configuration. Expanding your orthodontic capabilities doesn’t have to mean disrupting your schedule.

Become an AOS member and expand your skills.

The AOS Hands-On TADs Course for dentists can help you take your orthodontic skills to the next level. This is an AOS member exclusive course. Become a member today to become eligible and to gain access to networking, discounts, and support.