Orthodontics 1

Course code DENT 1260

Credit 3.0

Length 90.0 hours

Course outline View

Students are introduced to the theoretical knowledge and supportive laboratory skills related to the fabrication of fixed and removable orthodontic appliances, and their repairs. The design and fabrication of retainers, removable appliances, space maintainers and repairs of orthodontic appliances are the foundation of the theory and applied laboratory practice for this course.

Prerequisites

DENT 1100, DENT 1110, DENT 1130, DENT 1170, DENT 1180.

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What you will learn

  • Removable Basic Hawley retainer (Upper and Lower)
  • Unilateral Space Maintainers
  • Essix Retainer
  • Repairs of Orthodontic Appliances
  • Active Force components
  • Anchorage

How to register

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
42371 March 6, 2026
to June 19, 2026
Lecture VCC Downtown Campus See full schedule

Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.

Contact us

If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples, and we acknowledge our privilege to be here.