At the successful completion of the master's degree in clinical Orthodontics, the graduate should be able to:
- Examine and develop a thorough knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the discipline of orthodontics and combine academic knowledge to clinical practice.
- Assess, analyze and evaluate the need for orthodontic treatment, in the context of general oral health.
- Apply and formulate interceptive orthodontic treatment measures for the management of children at risk to prevent the development of future orthodontic problems.
- Analyze accurately the data obtained from patient history and examination and formulate definitive treatment objectives and a detailed treatment plan that fulfills such objectives and predict its course.
- Examine, evaluate and formulate alternative treatment plans in the presence of clinical, psychological or financial limitations.
- Apply professional clinical competence in all modern orthodontic treatment modalities such as various fixed, functional and removable orthodontic appliances and temporary anchorage devices to apply the required treatment strategies and treatment mechanics to achieve the desired treatment result.
- Investigate the appropriate clinical approach for the management of patients with cranio-facial anomalies including timing of treatment in relation to physical and psychological developments and work effectively as a member of a team to develop an interdisciplinary care plan as part of an active team for the management of these patients.
- Develop a critical attitude towards the outcome of treatment and examine the results of treatment with a view to critically self-appraise and further develop clinical skills and a willingness to participate in professional audit procedures.
- Develop skills necessary for scientific literature appraisal and evaluate the evidence published in peer-reviewed journals and other publications for sound experimental design and statistical analysis.
- Construct the ability for continuous learning, professional development, leadership, and problem solving skills and conduct a scientific research project relevant to orthodontics and produce a publishable dissertation (thesis) and defend it before a panel of experts.