Orthodontics University of Sharjah

Overview

Orthodontics is the branch of dentistry that addresses the diagnosis, prevention, and correction of mal-positioned teeth and jaws, and misaligned bite patterns. It may also address the modification of facial growth, known as dentofacial orthopedics.

What You Will Learn

Graduates in Orthodontics from University of Sharjah as a confident, evidence-based orthodontist ready for independent practice and lifelong learning.

Clinical mastery

• Perform comprehensive orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning using records, cephalometrics, CBCT, and 3D model analysis.
• Manage mild to complex malocclusions across age groups—from interceptive/early treatment to adult multidisciplinary care.
• Apply sound biomechanics (force systems, anchorage control, torque, finishing) with fixed appliances and contemporary techniques.

Aligners, TADs & advanced mechanics

• Design and execute clear aligner treatments (staging, attachments, IPR, refinement) with predictable outcomes.
• Use temporary anchorage devices (TADs) for space closure, intrusion, distalization, and MARPE where indicated.
• Plan and coordinate orthognathic surgery cases in collaboration with maxillofacial teams.

Digital orthodontics

• Capture and integrate digital workflows: intraoral scanning, treatment simulation and digital photography.
• Critically evaluate emerging technologies and their clinical indications and limitations.

Interdisciplinary care

• Collaborate effectively with pediatric dentistry, periodontics, restorative, prosthodontics, for improved patient-centred outcomes.
• Contribute to the management of craniofacial and cleft cases within a team setting.

Research

• Formulate research questions, design studies, obtain ethics approval, analyze data, and write for publication.
• Appraise literature, apply evidence to practice, and present at scientific meetings.

Professionalism & leadership

• Communicate clearly with patients and teams, obtain informed consent, and document to medico-legal standards.
• Understand clinic operations, quality improvement, infection control, and ethical practice management.
• Prepare for board-style case presentations with a curated clinical portfolio.