FAQ - London, ON Dentist

1295 HIGHBURY AVENUE, UNIT C8, LONDON, ONTARIO, CANADA, N5Y 5L3 - Call Toll Free 1-877-372-7625

Approved PACE Program Provider FAGD/MAGD Credit
Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial board of dentistry or AGD endorsement 1/2008 to 2/28/2012

Which course is right for me?
How do I register for a course?
Can I still register for a course if it has already begun?
I cannot attend a session, what can I do?
What supplies do I need to bring to the course?
Can I take the same course in different cities?
What is your refund and cancellation policy?
Do you have payment options available?
How do I submit my CE hours?
How do I become a member of the IAO?
Do you receive a certificate for each course?

Q.	Which course is right for me?
A.	Level I Introductory Orthodontic Course If you are interested in offering orthodontic services to the children and adults in your practice, then you should consider registering for Dr. Rondeau's comprehensive Level I Introductory Orthodontic Course for general dentists. This course consists of 8 days (4 sessions) and each session is offered approximately every two months in order to give the course participants time to read the extensive 200 page course manuals that are included with every course. Course participants who register in advance receive a $400 discount, a three month free membership to Dr. Rondeau's study clubs and access to his 28 articles on orthodontics, TMD and sleep disorders. In addition, course participants who register in advance will receive a free DVD of six cases treated with functional appliances that are suitable to show patients, parents and staff. Each dentist will be able to bring one staff member to Session #1 at no charge to learn about the benefits of treating our younger patients early as well as the importance of complete orthodontic records. This is a hands-on course that encourages participants to complete 12 lab exercises in order to receive a certificate from the International Association for Orthodontics. At the end of the Level I Introductory Course, dentists will be able to understand the difference between simple and complex orthodontic-orthopedic cases. Dr. Rondeau and his assistant instructors will recommend that Level I course participants only treat the simple cases and refer the complex cases to their orthodontic colleagues. Dr. Rondeau has a number of qualified assistant instructors at each course to assist the course participants on how to incorporate orthodontics into their general practices and to help them with the diagnosis of their cases. There is no charge for this valuable service at the courses. Level II Advanced Orthodontic Course If you are actively treating orthodontic patients and have taken an introductory orthodontic course previously, then you would enjoy Dr. Rondeau's Level II Advanced Orthodontic Course. It consists of 2 sessions (4 days) and you will see approximately 8 cases each day from start to finish. Cases will include treating with removable and fixed functional appliances, advanced straight wire mechanics, case finishing, use of TADS (temporary anchorage device) to help control anchorage, and how to go from Phase I Splint Therapy to Phase II Orthodontic Case Finishing. Level III In-Office Course This is for practitioners who are actively treating orthodontic patients and who want to see how Dr. Rondeau and his staff operate a very successful orthodontic-TMD-sleep dentistry practice. Be prepared to see approximately 60 patients every day in various stages of treatment. Dr. Rondeau recommends that you also encourage your staff members to attend the In-Office course at the same time, as the key to running a successful orthodontic-TMD practice is a well educated and motivated staff. Introduction to TM Dysfunction Today, there is an increasing number of patients who are suffering from TM dysfunction. The American Dental Association estimates that 34% of the population has some signs or symptoms of TMD. Symptoms include headaches, neck aches, ringing in the ears, stuffiness in the ears, fainting, dizziness, and shoulder or back pain. Many of these symptoms can be caused by the lower jaw being in the incorrect position or the patient clenching and grinding at night. This 2 day course covers the diagnosis and treatment of patients with TM dysfunction. Course participants will learn about the different types of splints to stabilize the TMJ during the daytime as well as nighttime. Cases will be presented on how to diagnose the problems with splint therapy in Phase I and then treat the patient in Phase II with either orthodontics, overlay partials or porcelain onlays. There is an extensive 275 page course manual that is included with this course. Snoring & Sleep Apnea Course It has been estimated that 90 million people in North America either snore, have sleep apnea or insomnia. At the present time, less than one dentist per thousand is receiving training to help these patients. Sleep apnea is becoming increasingly important since these patients are predisposed to high blood pressure, heart attacks, strokes, type 2 diabetes and acid reflux disease. Dentists who are familiar with functional orthopedic appliances and the importance of a patent airway are ideal candidates to add this valuable service to their practice. Many dentists are encouraged to become involved because most of the services and time with the patient is spent with a staff member. Therefore, this is an excellent addition to a general dental practice which has many adult patients who are presently snoring and have sleep apnea who need and will gladly pay for oral appliances to correct their problem. There is also an extensive 300 page course manual which accompanies this 2 day course on snoring and sleep apnea and other sleep disorders.
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Q:	How do I register for a course?
A:	There are 3 ways to register for a course. Either by phone at 1-877-372-7625, by faxing the registration to our office at 519-455-1589 or online. We accept Visa or Mastercard and require your payment at least one month prior to the course.
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Q:	Can I still register for a course if it has already begun?
A:	Yes. Although the Level I is designed to be taken in sequence, if your comfort level is fine and you are confident in your ability to understand the materials, you can begin a course after it has started. It is suggested that you pay in full for the course that way you will receive the course manuals from the sessions you missed. Once you have paid in full, you may take the missed session the following year or online. It is best to call the office at 1-877-372-7625 to discuss these options in further detail.
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Q:	I cannot attend a session, what can I do?
A:	The best answer is to attend the missed session in a different city. Each session is identical in nature, meaning, session 1 in Chicago will be the same as session 1 in Los Angeles. If you are unable to switch cities, call the office to discuss further options at 1-877-372-7625. If you cannot take session 1 you can now take it online.
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Q:	What supplies do I need to bring to the course?
A:	The orthodontics supply company, Ortho Organizers in the USA and Cerum Ortho Organizers in Canada, has put together a special kit of all the supplies you will need to complete the 12 lab exercises during the 4 session course. Please purchase this kit prior to the course and bring the supplies with you so you will be able to participate. In order to receive a certificate at the end of the course, you must complete all 12 lab exercises and join the International Association for Orthodontics. IAO applications will be available at the course. Canadian citizens, please call Cerum Ortho Organizers at 1-800-661-9567 and ask for Chris or Anika, and for US citizens, please call Ortho Organizers at 1-888-851-0533, Amanda Holtzman at Ext. 247 regarding your orthodontic supply needs, including ceph protractors and view boxes. The orthodontic supply company will bill you for these supplies. For a list of supplies, click here. *Not all supplies are required for each session. Please refer to the course letter that you will receive that will tell you what supplies to bring to that particular session.
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Q:	Can I take the same course in different cities?
A:	Yes. Each session is simliar in nature. In other words, session 1 in Chicago will be the same as session 1 in Los Angeles.
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Q:	What is your refund and cancellation policy?
A:	Seminar Cancellation and Refund Policy If it becomes necessary to cancel your registration, we will issue a full refund minus a $200 administration fee for cancellations received in writing at least 14 days prior to the seminar. The fee can be applied within one year to any future seminar hosted by us. The registration fee is non-refundable for cancellations made less than 14 days prior to the seminar. In those cases, you may transfer your registration fee to a future seminar course within one year, at no additional cost, or arrange for a substitute person to attend. Those who do not cancel and do not attend are responsible for the full registration fee. Product Refund Policy All product sales (including DVDs) are final. Defective product will be replaced.
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Q:	Do you have payment options available?
A:	Yes. Please call the office at 1-877-372-7625 to discuss the options in further detail.
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Q:	How do I submit my CE hours?
A:	At each session attended you will receive a nametag. On the back of each nametag are the CE hours for the session. These nametags can be submitted to your licensing board. If you require further proof of CE, please call the office at 1-877-372- 7625 and we can provide you with a CE letter. If you are a member of the AGD (Academy of General Dentistry), supply Rondeau Seminars with your AGD number and we will automatically submit all CE after each session is complete.
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Q:	How do I become a member of the IAO?
A:	At each session an IAO registration form is supplied in the handouts. You simply need to fill out the form and submit it to the IAO. You can also join online at www.iaortho.org.
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Q:	Do you receive a certificate for each course?
A:	The IAO will issue a certificate to all members that complete Level I. A "Certificate of Completion" is issued to all IAO members that complete Level II.
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