2026 Orthodontic Assisting Permit Program (Jan 13 - Feb 24, 2026)

2026 Orthodontic Assisting Permit Program is organized by Loma Linda University School of Dentistry (LLUSD) and will be held from Jan 13 - Feb 24, 2026 at Loma Linda University School of Dentistry, Loma Linda, California, United States of America.

Course Description:
This course will train you to:

• Prepare teeth for bonding, and select, preposition, and cure orthodontic brackets after their position has been approved by the licensed dentist
• Remove only orthodontic brackets and attachments with removal of the bonding material by the supervising licensed dentist
• Remove orthodontic bands and remove excess cement from supragingival surfaces of teeth with a hand instrument
• Place and ligate archwires

Objectives: 

• Orientation to OAP program 
• Understand occlusal classifications & orthodontic treatment options 
• Understand instrumentation, equipment, & materials course requirements 
• Understand the process & sequence of events for placing orthodontic bands.