Orthodontics Training Program
Orthodontics is one of those areas of dentistry that looks simple from the outside. Brackets go on. Wires get adjusted. Clear aligners get delivered. Smiles get straighter.
But once you’re in the chair, you realize quickly that orthodontics is not routine dentistry. It is precision dentistry.
Every appointment has a purpose. Every step affects the next. And when a patient is trusting your team with a long-term transformation, the practice needs assistants who understand what is happening, why it matters, and how to keep treatment moving smoothly.
That is exactly what the Orthodontics Training Program at Broward Dental Academy is built for: helping you build real, job-ready orthodontic skills so you can step into clinical care with confidence and start supporting orthodontic treatment sooner.
Welcome to Broward
Broward Dental Academy is committed to developing well-rounded dental professionals through hands-on training programs designed for modern, high-performance practices.
The dental industry continues to grow, and with that growth comes opportunity: stable income, flexible schedules, respected healthcare roles, and real career mobility through expanded functions and advanced training.
Broward Dental Academy’s approach is simple and demanding in the best way. Students are prepared to become:
This is not training designed only to help you pass an exam. It is training designed to help you thrive in a fast-paced dental environment where patients expect results and practices depend on precision.
In addition to orthodontics, Broward Dental Academy offers comprehensive training in other important areas of dentistry such as endodontics and [periodontics](https://browarddentalacademy.com/periodontics/). We also provide resources for those interested in further exploring specialized fields within dentistry like test.
Meet Professor Harry Panahi
Great orthodontic training requires more than slides and terminology. It requires mentorship that ties biomechanics, diagnosis, and clinical flow together in a way that makes sense at the chair.
At Broward Dental Academy, students train under Professor Harry Panahi, who brings both clinical expectations and real-world orthodontic standards into the learning experience. This ensures that students understand what specialty practices need and what high-level general practices expect.
Ideal Candidates for Dental Assistant Level 01
This program is particularly suitable if you find yourself in any of these categories.
Why Orthodontics Is the Skill That Changes Everything
Orthodontics shapes smiles, builds confidence, and rewards precision.
Recent Graduates
into the workforce
Parents Returning to Work
flexibility over time
People Who Enjoy Hands-On Healthcare Work
hands-on work
If you’re interested in further advancing your dental career after completing Level 01, there are more specialized programs available such as Dental Assistant Hygienists Level 03, or even exploring fields like Endodontics through additional training. For more information about such programs and their benefits, visit Broward Dental Academy’s website.
Setting expectations
Level 01 is a beginning, not a finish line. It is meant to get you confident with the essentials so you can start working and then grow into expanded functions, specialties, or leadership as you gain experience and complete additional training where required.
Why dental assisting is a smart career move right now
Dentistry continues to be one of the most active and opportunity-rich corners of healthcare. In 2026, practices are not just looking for “extra hands.” They are looking for team members who are trained, compliant, and dependable from day one.
Here is why dental assisting makes sense right now:
Demand keeps rising
Dental offices are busy, schedules are full, and patient expectations are higher than ever. That combination increases the need for assistants who can support efficient, safe care.
Career mobility is built in
Many assistants start with entry-level chairside assisting and then “stack skills” into:
Welcome to Broward Dental Academy
Meet Professor Harry Panahi
Orthodontics
Orthodontics Training Program
Shape Smiles. Build Confidence. Master Precision.
Orthodontics is more than straight teeth — it is biomechanics, diagnosis, growth management, and long-term smile transformation.
At Broward Dental Academy, our Orthodontics Training Program prepares students to confidently support traditional braces, clear aligner therapy, orthodontic diagnostics, and treatment progression.
As orthodontic treatment continues to grow in popularity among teens and adults, practices need well-trained assistants who understand appliances, records, adjustments, and patient compliance protocols.
This course positions you to work in orthodontic specialty practices or high-level general practices that offer comprehensive alignment services.
Orthodontics is not routine dentistry.
It is precision dentistry.
And skilled orthodontic assistants are in high demand.
What You Will Master in Orthodontics Training
Foundations of Orthodontics & Malocclusion
Before correction comes diagnosis.
You will develop a strong understanding of:
- Types and classifications of malocclusion
- Skeletal vs. dental discrepancies
- Growth and development considerations
- Occlusion principles
- The impact of alignment on oral health
Understanding the “why” behind tooth movement makes you a more effective clinical team member.
Orthodontic Records & Treatment Planning
Orthodontic success begins with accurate records.
You will gain exposure to:
- Intraoral and extraoral photography
- Radiographic interpretation basics
- Digital scanning and impressions
- Study models and digital workflows
- Case presentation fundamentals
Assistants who understand records improve efficiency and patient case acceptance.
Traditional Braces & Fixed Appliances
Fixed orthodontic therapy requires precision and coordination.
You will learn about:
- Bracket systems and archwires
- Bonding procedures
- Instrument identification
- Adjustment appointments
- Debonding protocols
Understanding appliance mechanics helps you anticipate each step of the procedure and maintain smooth clinical flow.
Clear Aligner Therapy
Clear aligners have transformed orthodontics.
You will explore:
- Indications for aligner therapy
- Digital treatment planning workflows
- Attachment placement concepts
- Patient compliance monitoring
- Refinement protocols
As aligner therapy continues to expand, assistants trained in digital orthodontic workflows become increasingly valuable.
Orthodontic Adjustments & Maintenance
Orthodontic care is an ongoing process.
You will gain knowledge in:
- Adjustment visit protocols
- Elastic placement education
- Retainer delivery and maintenance
- Managing orthodontic emergencies
- Patient hygiene instructions
Strong follow-up systems improve outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Pediatric & Adolescent Orthodontics
Early intervention can guide jaw growth and prevent future complications.
You will learn about:
- Growth monitoring
- Space maintainers and expanders
- Phase I and Phase II treatment
- Communication strategies for younger patients
- Parental education
Orthodontic assistants must understand both clinical mechanics and patient psychology.
Patient Education & Case Acceptance
Orthodontic success depends heavily on patient compliance.
You will strengthen your ability to:
- Provide oral hygiene instruction for braces
- Explain dietary restrictions
- Educate on aligner wear protocols
- Support treatment presentation
- Encourage long-term retention compliance
Assistants who communicate effectively increase case acceptance and reduce complications.
Why Orthodontics Certification Elevates Your Career
A student trained in orthodontics demonstrates:
- Advanced knowledge of tooth movement principles
- Familiarity with fixed and removable appliances
- Confidence in digital orthodontic workflows
- Understanding of long-term treatment progression
- Strong patient education and communication skills
- Increased value in specialty and multi-provider practices
Orthodontics is one of the fastest-growing areas of dentistry — especially among adult patients seeking cosmetic improvement.
Assistants trained in orthodontics often enjoy:
- Structured treatment schedules
- High patient interaction
- Clear treatment milestones
- Strong demand in specialty offices
Build Specialized Expertise in Smile Transformation
If you want to:
- Work in an orthodontic specialty practice
- Expand your digital dentistry knowledge
- Increase your clinical authority
- Play a direct role in transforming smiles
Then our Orthodontics Training Program at Broward Dental Academy is your next strategic step.
Understand the mechanics, support the precision, help create confident, lasting smiles.
