Essential Orthodontics 2025

ESSENTIAL ORTHODONTICS (BATCH 8)
APR 2025 INTAKE

The comprehensive programme to begin your orthodontic journey, with 15-month comprehensive modules (Live Patient Included) and 24-month post-course mentorship.

WHAT’S FOR YOU?

15-months comprehensive modules.
Live chairside patient and mentoring allowed (APC is required, optional to bring your own (1) patient, cases will be assesed by your mentors).
24 Months Post-Course Mentorship
Two orthodontists as your mentors to kickstart your orthodontic journey.
Covers topics on conventional, self-ligating and aligner techniques.
Certification as an official aligner provider.
Pathway to Postgraduate Diploma (PG Dip) in Clinical Orthodontics (UK) in collaboration with Octacademy and OrthoSociety.
Small group learning with chair side mentoring.
Peer-to-peer support environment.
Friendly approach to assist understanding and practicality.
Entitled for our exclusive Dental Learning Horizon Orthodontic Starter Practical Guide Book and Hands-on Guide Book.
Complimentary Orthodontic Starter Kit with basic orthodontic armamentarium.

Essential Orthodontics Apr 2025 (Batch 8)

Early-Bird Promos (For Individuals & Groups): Until 31-December-2024

Total Program Fee:
Individual: RM39,900 RM38,900
Group of 3: RM38,900 RM37,900
Group of 5: RM37,900 RM36,900
Lump Sum Payment: RM36,000 RM35,000

Payment Plan:
Booking Fees: RM500 / pax
1st Instalment (Dec 2024): RM3,400 RM2,400

2nd Instalment (Jan 2025) &
3rd Instalment (Feb 2025):
– Individual: RM3,000
– Group of 3: RM2,500
– Group of 5: RM2,000

Instalments Per Module: RM2,000

Location: Bandar Puteri Puchong, Selangor.

Cash-i Muamalat
Programme financing is available for DLH participants. To apply, please contact us for assistance.
*Terms and Conditions apply.

Pathway to Postgraduate Diploma (PG Dip) in Clinical Orthodontics (UK)

After completing the Essential Orthodontics programme with DLH, graduates can sign up for and enjoy 25% off on the PG Dip in Clinical Orthodontics (UK) Exam with Octacademy and OrthoSociety, with two online revision classes included by Dr. Ari Harsoputranto (MSC Orthodontics, Bolton, UK).

Our Experts

Dr Priyanka Sriraman

Dr Priyanka Sriraman received her BDS degree from Saveetha university, India. She went on to study her masters degree in the field of orthodontics and dentofacial orthopaedics from Rajiv Gandhi University India. She was the gold medalist graduate from the university which comprises of almost 30 dental colleges. Furthermore, she was awarded the Best Outgoing Postgraduate Student all over India by the Indian Dental Association.

Her knowledge does not only involves conventional orthodontics but also specialises in growth modulation, self-ligating system, lingual orthodontics, aligners, mini screws, miniplates and planning of orthognathic surgeries. Since moving to Malaysia, she has actively involved in dental education specially in the field of orthodontics in national universities. Besides her training, she has co-authored many scientific papers that have been published in international journals. Her passion for her field and her keen interest in providing her patients the best treatment is what makes her strive to work hard everyday.

Dr. Reuben How

For more than 20 years, Dr. Reuben How has treated patients in the UK, Australia, Malaysia, and Singapore.He founded Whitesmile Clear Aligners who is creating beautiful smiles through invisible clear aligner technology. They service millions of patients throughout Asia and Oceania with orthodontic treatment and technology that is constantly more comfortable, efficient, and effective. Whitesmile Clear is South East Asia’s largest clear aligner company and leading manufacturer of customized clear aligner orthodontic appliances and service providers of aftermarket support.

Dr. Reuben How graduated from Otago, New Zealand with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2000. His first posting was with the United Dental Hospital of Sydney in which he received further experience and practice in general dentistry and oral surgery. He pursued a Master’s degree in orthodontics at the University of Edinburgh, followed by further certification from the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh.

Dr. Reuben was actively involved in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching at the Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) until 2009. Dr. Reuben has a special interest in research, and development and has ongoing Artificial Intelligence projects for Clear Aligners in partnership with UKM. Dr. Reuben has treated over 2,500 successful orthodontic cases and placed 6,000 micro-implants.

Dr. Ruslan Sulaiman

Dr. Ruslan Sulaiman is well known for his flair in orthodontics. He received his Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 1984, followed by Master of Science in Orthodontics from University of London in 1995. In 1996, Dr Ruslan received his Membership in Orthodontics (MOrth) from Royal College Surgeons of England and Royal College Surgeons of Edinburgh. With a total of 37 years of orthodontics expererience, he has completed thousands of successful cases and conducted various workshops and lectures nationally in relation to his expertise in orthodontics. He retired from the National Head of Orthodontic Department from the Ministry of Health in 2020. Apart from that, he is also the panelist for Hadiah Latihan Persekutuan Candidates in 2018. He was also featured in Bernama Radio for orthodontics discussion. He was the chariman for Clinical Practice Guideline Anterior Crossbite (2017) and Fake Braces Guideline Committees (2020).

Tentative Schedule(s)

Individual Modules

Module 1 - Introduction to Orthodontics & Treatment Planning

SPEAKER: DR PRIYANKA

Learning the fundamental principles of orthodontic treatment
What to do during the first consultation
Identifying the various types of malocclusion
Manage your and your patient’s expectation
How to select the right cases for your practice
Extraction vs non-extraction
Analysing your models, orthodontic records and x-ray
Practical:
- Lateral Ceph, Bolton Analysis
- Orthodontic Photography

Module 2 - Biomechanics of Fixed Appliances

SPEAKER: DR PRIYANKA

Learn about the various brackets’ variation and their biomechanics
Gain understanding about the principle of tooth movement
Understand the wire sequence and theory in your orthodontics practices
Gain the essential knowledge about manipulation of the wire and learn the tips and tricks in wire bending
Demonstration on bonding and banding.
Practical:
- Bond up on typodont
- Placing short ligature
- Bonding up your first patient

Module 3 - Anchorage & TAD and Progress Monitoring

SPEAKER: DR REUBEN

Study about Discrepancy Index and space management
Learn about biomechanic principles in orthodontics
Understand anchorage principles in orthodontics
Differentiate dental anchorage vs skeletal anchorage
Learn the principle and usage of mini screw implant as Temporary Anchorage Device (TAD)
Practical:
- IPR & TADs placement on typodont

Module 4 - Managing Class II Orthodontic Patients

SPEAKER: DR PRIYANKA

Managing and correcting class II orthodontic cases effectively
Identify suitable treatment for mild, moderate and severe cases
Recognise the correct timing for class II correction Case discussion
Understand the functional appliances used
Practical:
- Wire Bending (Loop & Bends)
- Case discussion
- Review Patient

Module 5 - Managing Class III Orthodontic Patients

SPEAKER: DR PRIYANKA

Managing and correcting class III orthodontic cases effectively
Identify suitable treatment for mild, moderate and severe cases
Recognise the correct timing for class III correction Case discussion
Understand the functional appliances used
Practical:
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd Order Bends
- Case discussion
- Review Patient

Module 6 - Interceptive Orthodontics

SPEAKER: DR REUBEN

Understanding the what, how and when in interceptive orthodontics
Effective strategies for managing growing patients especially in mixed dentition stage
Utilizing serial extraction
Understanding the theory and uses of removable and functional appliances
Practical:
- Design the appliance
- Case discussion

Module 7 – Managing Vertical Discrepancy

SPEAKER: DR PRIYANKA

Manage Anterior Open Bite and Deep Bite cases
Understand the appliances used to correct the discrepancy
Practical:
- Placing turbo bite
- Elastic placement for relevant cases
- Case discussion
- Review Patient

Module 8 – Managing Horizontal Discrepancy

SPEAKER: DR PRIYANKA

Manage crossbite, scissors bite and asymmetry cases
Understand the appliances used to correct the discrepancy
Practical:
- Placing turbo bite
- Elastic placement for relevant cases
- Case discussion
- Review Patient

Module 9 - Self-ligating (3 stages orthodontics)

SPEAKER: DR REUBEN

Implementing and achieving your treatment objectives
Learn how to do levelling and aligning and managing anchorage
Understand the need for interproximal reduction
Understand the concept of self-ligating braces
Selecting suitable cases for application
Understand the differences of conventional vs self-ligating braces
Learn how to use self-ligating braces efficiently in different challenging cases
Practical:
- Bond up on typodont
- Placing short ligature

Module 10 – Finishing, Detailing & Retention

SPEAKER: DR PRIYANKA

Learn to choose the choice of retention for different cases
Learn how to wire bend and do detailing.
Practical:
- Finishing bends
- Bonding fixed retainer – Case discussion
- Review patient

Module 11 – Digital Orthodontics & Aligner Certification

SPEAKER: DR REUBEN

Learn the fundamental principles of aligners including the biomechanics, progress
monitoring, trouble shooting, and case selection
Get certified from our Aligners’ provider
Learn to modify and design aligners cases
Learn how to add functional appliances into aligners
Practical:
- Adding attachment and fitting aligners
- Case planning and modifying treatment plan
- Review patient

Module 12 – Managing and Approach Multidisciplinary Cases in Adult Patients

SPEAKER: DR REUBEN