In this course, students are taught theory of band positioning and tooth movement; characteristics of band material: malleability, stiffness, ductility, and work hardening; techniques for orthodontic banding and removal; chemistry of etching materials and toth surface preparation; application of time factors; armamentaria; techinques for tooth etching; characteristics and methods of orthodontic bonding; types of bracket bonding surfaces; bonding material characteristics, application techniques, and curing time factors; procedure for direct and indirect bracket bonding; procedures for bracket or tube removal; archwire characteristics; procedures for placement of archwire previously adjusted by the dentist; ligature systems, purpose, and types, including elastic, wire, and self-ligating; techniques of cement removal using hand instruments and related materials; and instruction for cement removal with an ultrasonic scaler in accordance with Cal. Code Regs., Title 16, Section 1070.5, which governs courses in the removal of excess cement from the teeth under orthodontic treatment with an ultrasonic scaler.
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