Description

This presentation will outline the advantages and disadvantages of randomized trials methodology in research into the effectiveness of orthodontic treatment for Class II malocclusion. It will also illustrate the high level evidence for various types of treatment with particular emphasis on patient values and early treatment of children with increased overjets.

Learning Objectives:

• The advantages and disadvantages of randomized trial methodology
• Evidence based Class II treatment
• Patient values in orthodontic research

Speaker(s):

• Kevin O'Brien, BDS, MSc, D.Orth, PhD