Lingual Brackets, Bracketless Therapy, Aligners and Interdisciplinary Digital Orthodontics
A one-year international Master program designed for dentists and orthodontists who want to deepen their expertise in modern invisible orthodontic treatments, from lingual brackets and bracketless fixed therapy to clear aligners, TADs and interdisciplinary orthodontic-prosthetic planning.
The program combines online theoretical sessions, clinical case analysis, digital workflows and an intensive on-site Campus Week in Siena, Italy. The structure follows the existing concept of a modular Master running from February to December, with online sessions and a practical Campus Week.
Master Director
Prof. Marco Ferrari
Scientific Coordinator
Dr. Anna Mariniello
Dr. Mariniello is a specialist in orthodontics, co-founder of Zerodonto, author of the Atlas of Bracketless Fixed Lingual Orthodontics, and focuses her clinical activity on invisible orthodontics and minimally invasive, patient-centered treatments.
Course Overview
Invisible orthodontics is no longer limited to aesthetic appliances. It requires advanced biomechanical knowledge, precise digital planning, interdisciplinary vision and the ability to manage complex clinical scenarios.
This Master provides participants with a comprehensive clinical and theoretical pathway through:
Lingual brackets
Bracketless fixed therapy
Clear aligner therapy
Temporary Anchorage Devices
Orthodontic-prosthetic interdisciplinary cases
Hands-on and digital project development during the Campus Week
Participants will learn how to select cases, plan treatments, understand force systems, manage digital workflows, prevent complications and refine clinical outcomes.
Who Should Attend
This program is intended for dentists and orthodontists who wish to:
develop confidence in invisible orthodontic techniques;
integrate lingual, bracketless and aligner systems into daily practice;
improve case selection and treatment planning;
manage complex interdisciplinary cases;
understand the relationship between orthodontics, prosthodontics, function and aesthetics.
Location and Format
Online theoretical modules
Live and/or interactive sessions dedicated to biomechanics, digital planning and clinical case analysis.
Campus Week — Siena, Italy
An intensive on-site training week focused on hands-on procedures, digital projects and supervised clinical simulations.
Program Structure
Module 1 — Lingual Brackets
Biomechanics and Case Analysis Seminar
Structured analysis of clinical cases focusing on force systems, torque control and finishing strategies in lingual orthodontics.
Virtual Bracket Positioning and Workflow Session
Digital demonstration and guided exercises on indirect bonding protocols and ideal bracket positioning.
Clinical Management and Troubleshooting Session
Discussion of common complications and refinement strategies based on real clinical scenarios.
Module 2 — Bracketless Therapy
Biomechanical Principles Seminar
In-depth explanation of bracketless systems, including comparison with conventional orthodontic techniques.
Clinical Workflow and Device Design Session
Step-by-step overview of appliance design, fabrication protocols and wire bonding procedures within a digital and theoretical framework.
Complex Case Analysis Session
Evaluation of advanced clinical cases, including extraction therapies and impacted teeth treated with bracketless approaches.
Module 3 — Aligners Therapy
Digital Case Selection and Treatment Planning Session
Guided evaluation of clinical cases and development of treatment plans using digital aligner workflows.
Biomechanics of Aligner Therapy Seminar
Analysis of tooth movement predictability, staging strategies and biomechanical limitations.
Refinement Strategies and Clinical Troubleshooting Session
Discussion of treatment limitations and optimization protocols based on clinical evidence.
Module 4 — Temporary Anchorage Devices
Digital Planning and Anatomical Assessment Session
Evaluation of insertion sites and risk assessment through guided CBCT-based case analysis.
Surgical Protocols and Clinical Indications Lecture
Step-by-step explanation of miniscrew placement techniques and their clinical applications.
Clinical Case Discussion on Skeletal Anchorage
Review of treatment approaches using TADs across different types of malocclusions.
Module 5 — Orthodontics and Prosthodontics
Interdisciplinary Treatment Planning Seminar
Analysis of combined orthodontic-prosthetic cases with a focus on sequencing and clinical decision-making.
Prosthetically Driven Orthodontics Lecture
Exploration of how orthodontic treatment planning influences prosthetic and restorative outcomes.
Case-Based Outcome Evaluation Session
Critical review of interdisciplinary cases with emphasis on function, aesthetics and long-term stability.
Module 6 — Campus Week in Siena
Hands-on Clinical Training on Lingual and Bracketless Techniques
Practical exercises on models focusing on bonding procedures, wire management and finishing protocols.
Integrated Digital Workflow Case Development
Participants develop a complete clinical case from diagnosis to treatment planning using digital tools.
Supervised Clinical Simulation and Feedback Session
Execution of clinical procedures with real-time expert feedback and structured performance evaluation.
Faculty
Prof. Marco Ferrari
Master Director
Internationally recognized prosthodontist, researcher and academic leader, Prof. Ferrari is renowned for his contribution to restorative dentistry, prosthodontics and interdisciplinary treatment planning. His vision for minimally invasive and digitally integrated dentistry represents one of the pillars of the program.
Dr. Anna Mariniello
Scientific Coordinator
Specialist in Orthodontics, co-founder of Zerodonto and author of the Atlas of Bracketless Fixed Lingual Orthodontics, Dr. Mariniello focuses her clinical activity on invisible orthodontics and minimally invasive treatments. She is an active speaker in postgraduate programs and international courses dedicated to lingual and aesthetic orthodontics.
Dr. Vittorio Cacciafesta
Specialist in Orthodontics with extensive international academic experience, Dr. Cacciafesta is a former President of the European Society of Lingual Orthodontics (ESLO) and an internationally recognized expert in invisible orthodontics, including Invisalign, Incognito and WIN systems. His clinical and research interests focus on biomechanics, lingual orthodontics, TADs and multidisciplinary treatments.
Dr. Renzo De Gabriele
Specialist in Orthodontics and Oral Surgery, Dr. De Gabriele is internationally known for his expertise in skeletal anchorage systems and orthodontic miniscrews. His teaching activity includes postgraduate education, lectures and hands-on courses focused on advanced orthodontic biomechanics and TADs.
Dr. Andrea Scarpa
Orthodontist with a strong focus on aesthetic orthodontics, lingual techniques and clear aligner therapy. Dr. Scarpa is Contract Professor at the University of Padua and holds certification from the European Board of Orthodontics (EBO). He regularly lectures at national and international orthodontic meetings and delivers accredited clinical training programs.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the Master, participants will be able to:
- plan invisible orthodontic treatments using lingual, bracketless and aligner approaches;
- understand biomechanical principles behind different appliance systems;
- evaluate complex cases and select the most appropriate therapeutic strategy;
- integrate TADs into orthodontic treatment planning;
- manage interdisciplinary orthodontic-prosthetic cases;
- apply digital workflows to diagnosis, planning and clinical simulation;
- improve finishing, refinement and troubleshooting protocols.
Why Choose This Master
This program brings together invisible orthodontics, digital dentistry and interdisciplinary treatment planning in a single advanced pathway.
Under the direction of Prof. Marco Ferrari and the scientific coordination of Dr. Anna Mariniello, participants will gain a structured, clinically oriented understanding of modern aesthetic orthodontics, with a strong focus on real cases, practical decision-making and predictable outcomes.
Requirements, admission, pre-application – master in Invisible Orthodontics:
Find a step-by-step procedure to understand the requirements and to pre-apply, click on the button below:
In this way we will receive your pre-application and we will be able to help you in case of need. It contains all the documents required to apply and also some additional info we also need from you.
Upon application you will have to certify your access title. This step is mandatory and without a certified and comparable title the University of Siena will have to exclude you from the master. The only documents accepted for this purpose are Diploma Supplement (your University), Dichiarazione di Valore (Italian Embassy) or Statement of Comparability/Verification (CIMEA or another ENIC-NARIC network’s center).
The steps, recapped
- pre-application – always useful
- application and app fee (we will help you)
- admission (the board will evaluate the applications and will accept or reject them)
- enrollment (we will help you and you will need to pay the first instalment)
- study – course starts in 2027
- second instalment (After approx. 6 months)
- study
- final exam and certification
Dentalnecto will guarantee administrative and communication support with the university. We will also guarantee updates on teaching and will take care of communication and the technical part related to online lessons.
Please consider that you would need to be in Siena for one week in 2027. So check the time and required papers for the visa in case you need it. Attendance in presence is not mandatory but strongly recommended.
Cost of the program
The current tuition fee is €6,048 + VAT for the upcoming cohort.
Payment is divided into two installments: ✅ First installment: Due upon enrollment, after successful application review.
✅ Second installment: Scheduled later in the program.
This flexible payment structure ensures accessibility while maintaining high educational standards.
If for some reason you don’t have to pay VAT, of course, the figures will be slightly different.
Educational System in Italy
Invisible Orthodontics falls under the category of “University Masters”, meaning that at the end of the program you will have gained 120 university credits. The equivalent required for the foreign MSc. You will earn a I level university master. Second cycle QF-EHEA / level 7° EQF (European Qualification Framework) in Italy. You can check how it will be recognised abroad through the ENIC NARIC network.
The University Masters the University of Siena issues all abide by the directions and all are recognised as such by and throughout the European Union. If you aim at using the title outside the EU, we suggest you check with the local Embassy about its validity.
How our agreement with the university works.
Dentalnecto is an official co-organizer of the Master’s Program in collaboration with the University of Siena. We manage the international promotion of the course through partner networks such as Zerodonto, handle applications and admissions, and support students throughout the entire process.
We also coordinate the administrative and organizational aspects of the program, including online class management, technical support, digital platforms, and recordings of the theoretical sessions.
Tuition fees are collected by Dentalnecto, while the university quota is transferred to the University of Siena according to the official deadlines established by the university.
All fees displayed on this website are all-inclusive and cover the complete two-year program, including university tuition, organizational services, online learning support, and student assistance from application to final certification.
