Orthodontics Board Prep Course (Ortho)
Written for orthodontic residents nearing completion of training, orthodontists preparing for initial ABO board certification, and diplomate candidates seeking structured exam-focused review in orthodontic diagnosis, treatment…
$395 per person. Online and self-paced.
Who it is for
Orthodontic residents nearing completion of training, orthodontists preparing for initial ABO board certification, and diplomate candidates seeking structured exam-focused review in orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning, biomechanics, case analysis, cephalometric and records interpretation, appliance selection, finishing, retention, and evidence-informed clinical decision-making.
What you will learn
- By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Explain the major competency domains relevant to orthodontic board preparation and use a blueprint-mapping framework for diagnosis/records, growth and development, cephalometrics/imaging, malocclusion classification, treatment planning, biomechanics, appliances/mechanotherapy, interdisciplinary/orth
- Master the high-yield concepts, definitions, diagnostic criteria, and governing orthodontic principles for each competency domain.
- Apply concepts in realistic, board-style orthodontic scenarios involving records interpretation, cephalometric reasoning, problem-list generation, treatment planning, appliance/mechanics selection, sequencing, and next-best-step judgment.
- Solve orthodontic interpretation and logic tasks accurately when applicable, including cephalometric synthesis, mixed-dentition or space-analysis style reasoning, anchorage planning, force-system reasoning, and treatment sequencing; show steps and avoid shortcuts that hide reasoning.
- Distinguish common distractors, misconceptions, and boundary cases frequently tested in orthodontic board prep, including skeletal vs dental discrepancy, extraction vs non-extraction reasoning, camouflage vs surgery decisions, correct appliance but wrong growth stage, and attractive mechanics with h
- Use a consistent specialty problem-solving framework: identify the task → extract key diagnostic facts → classify the malocclusion/problem → select the governing orthodontic principle → choose the best management/mechanics step → verify against goals, biologic limits, risks, and stability.
- Build retrieval-ready memory using concise tables, cephalometric comparison grids, appliance-selection summaries, biomechanics algorithms, finishing checklists, retention frameworks, and spaced-review summaries.
How it works
Online and self-paced
The lessons are online, with an audio version of each, so you can study at your own pace.
Study anywhere
Read or listen on your computer or phone, and pick up where you left off.
Enroll online
Pay securely by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay. Your account is ready as soon as the payment goes through.
Questions about this program
Is the program online?
Yes. Lessons are online and self-paced, so you can study when it suits you.
Who is this program for?
Orthodontic residents nearing completion of training, orthodontists preparing for initial ABO board certification, and diplomate candidates seeking structured exam-focused review in orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning, biomechanics, case analysis, cephalometric and records interpretation, appliance selection, finishing, retention, and evidence-informed clinical decision-making.
Is there an audio version?
Yes. Every lesson has an audio version, so you can listen on the go.
How much does it cost?
$395 per person. Email support@dlosceprep.com for team pricing.
How do I enroll?
Select "Enroll" on this page and pay securely by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay. Your account is ready as soon as the payment goes through.
Can my team take it together?
Yes. We offer group enrollment for companies, CROs and consultancies. Email support@dlosceprep.com with the programs and the size of your team.
Can I try it before enrolling?
Yes. The first lesson is free to read, and there is a free practice quiz.
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