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Rules for giving and receiving feedback
Dr. Joel Small discusses methods for providing positive and generative feedback Feedback, both positive and remedial, can be a powerful tool for developing people and enhancing the performance of organizational teams. However, when used improperly, feedback can become a demoralizing and dehumanizing weapon that destroys teams. Given this distinction, it would be wise for all […] Continue Reading...
Stability, Retention and Relapse in Orthodontics
by Drs. Christos Katsaros and Theodore Eliades Quintessence Publishing, Surrey, UK www.quintpub.co.uk Drs. Katsaros and Eliades have assembled a group of 30 dental professionals with unusual experience in the study of the myriad features of orthodontic retention to produce the most thorough publication to date regarding this elusive and frustrating aspect of the orthodontic process. […] Continue Reading...
Accelerating orthodontic treatment with the D2Appliance™
Dr. Todd Dickerson discusses a method to correct an anteroposterior discrepancy early in treatment What once took weeks in our society now takes a fraction of that amount of time, thanks in great part to advances in technology. A simple example from the not-too-distant past would be how it was common to wait 6-8 weeks […] Continue Reading...
Does having had premolar extractions affect how orthodontists treat their patients? A pilot study
Drs. Zubad Newaz and Laurance Jerrold investigate whether providers’ own experiences correlate with their own treatment philosophies regarding extraction orthodontics Abstract The issue of extraction therapy has been a historically contentious issue in orthodontics, but no study exists in the literature that investigates whether a provider’s own experience correlates with their own treatment philosophies regarding […] Continue Reading...
Extend™ LTR
Reliance introduces a new addition to its lingual retention line One of the many difficult decisions you will face on a daily basis is how to achieve long-term retention when the patient is out of your control. Reliance has two excellent options (Retainium and Ortho FlexTech) when a case calls for a lingual retainer that […] Continue Reading...
3Shape OPEN orthodontics opens new opportunities
Whether it’s a preferred clear aligner, bracket-maker, 3D printer, or more, it should be up to you to choose the way you work. 3Shape OPEN orthodontics opens the doors to your preferred treatment and manufacturing options. At AAO 2018, 3Shape presented its brand-new software module, 3Shape Clear Aligner Studio.* The new module is created for […] Continue Reading...
In search of the etiology of malocclusions — a common discovery technique is proposed
Dr. John Hayes discusses why finding the ideal treatment approach for any condition is identifying the cause Background — calls for action Consider the following three statements from eminent orthodontic educators as “calls for action” for more research into the etiology of malocclusions: “I hate open bites! I don’t understand their etiology, I don’t understand […] Continue Reading...
Millennial Moms: Why they should be an important audience of your marketing strategy
Marketing consultant Julie Yeomans discusses how to reach this important niche in a social media environment. After 20 years watching the trends in sales, education, and consulting in orthodontics, one thing is for certain — changes in the way practices market have been evolving quickly — and it has been a seismic shift. Unlike when […] Continue Reading...
Economic opportunity of orthodontic innovation
It’s an exciting era in orthodontics as innovation continues to abound. Whether improvements to bracket and alignment systems or the emergence of completely new orthodontic technology, I’m a firm believer that these innovations enable us to deliver a more effective and efficient treatment experience to our patients. It’s important though that we maintain high-quality clinical […] Continue Reading...
Conversation with Dr. David Sukoff
Dr. David Sukoff discusses being a patient alongside his son What made you decide to go through orthodontic treatment with your son? My son, Josh, had a very narrow maxillary arch form and required palatal expansion. He also had a tendency for a Class III malocclusion. I knew that he would require orthodontic treatment from […] Continue Reading...
The physics of Class II correction
Dr. James J. Jasper discusses the efficacy of the Jasper Vektor® Appliance Introduction From the beginning of the modern ortho-dontic era, which began in the early 1900s to the present, orthodontic clinicians have had the perception that the etiology of Class II malocclusions resided in the maxillary arch. Clinicians can imagine how that appreciation began […] Continue Reading...
Class II and fast too
Dr. Bella Shen Garnett discusses accelerating treatment for patients with Class II malocclusions It’s been wonderful to see more adults than ever seeking orthodontics. With an increasingly competitive job market, increased use of social media and selfie postings, people are more aware of their smiles and want to look their best. Recently, Kelton Global conducted […] Continue Reading...
Ricky Harrell, DMD, MA
A career of compassionate care for Dr. Ricky Harrell, Program Director at Georgia School of Orthodontics What can you tell us about your background? I graduated from the University of Alabama (UAB) School of Dentistry in 1979. After 2½ years as a dental provider for the Navajo Area Indian Health Service in Arizona, I applied […] Continue Reading...
The four pillars of cybersecurity for the orthodontic practice
Gary Salman, CEO of Black Talon Security, discusses the reasons for protecting against cyberattacks to your patient files Over the past 20 years, an evolution in computer technology has taken place in the orthodontic practice. Computers were previously used only for basic recordkeeping and billing. Then came the progression from billing to appointment scheduling, digital […] Continue Reading...
The optimized digital tool set
Dr. Bruce Goldstein discusses how SureSmile® technology provides the practitioner with tools to treat patients with greater efficiency and accuracy 3D imaging has become a very popular diagnostic aid in the orthodontic profession. This technology has allowed us to accurately visualize teeth and their relationship to the surrounding bone. Visualization is only part of the […] Continue Reading...
New concepts in aligner therapy with the Orthocaps® system
Dr. Wajeeh Khan discusses an alternative clear aligner technique Educational aims and objectives The aim of this article is to explore an alternative clear aligner technique. Expected outcomes Orthodontic Practice US subscribers can answer the CE questions by taking this quiz to earn 2 hours of CE from reading this article. Correctly answering the questions […] Continue Reading...
Combining accelerated orthodontics with orthognathic surgery to reduce overall treatment time
Dr. David Alpan discusses how smart mechanics with accelerated orthodontics facilitates an improved clinical outcome in shorter time with less negative sequelae Educational aims and objectives This clinical article aims to examine how smart mechanics with accelerated orthodontics facilitates an improved clinical outcome in shorter time with less negative sequelae. Expected outcomes Orthodontic Practice US […] Continue Reading...
Fixed and removable orthodontic appliance case study
Dr. Andrew Wallace uses the principles of “smile design” for a patient seeking cosmetic improvement of his upper and lower teeth A patient’s own self-perception and body image can be a motivating factor for cosmetic treatment, including cosmeticdentistry and orthodontics (Davis, Ashworth, and Spriggs, 1998), and patients expect to have an improvement in posttreatment (Pabari, […] Continue Reading...
Orthodontic Treatment Strategies for Sleep Apnea in Children
by Dr. Satish Pai Snoring during sleep is fairly common among people of all ages, but you shouldn’t just assume it’s normal. Adults who snore heavily or loudly may be suffering from sleep apnea, and the same may be true for a child who snores or has noticeable breathing sounds when they’re asleep. Snoring is […] Continue Reading...
How Children Breathe Sets the Stage for Life
by Daniel S. Bruce, DDS, D,ABDSM and Bethany A. Bewley, RDH, MS When adult patients with sleep-related breathing disorders come into my office for treatment, they often ask me why they developed sleep apnea in the first place. After all, it makes sense that natural selection should eliminate unfavorable traits, (such as choking in your […] Continue Reading...

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Stability, Retention and Relapse in Orthodontics

Accelerating orthodontic treatment with the D2Appliance™

Does having had premolar extractions affect how orthodontists treat their patients? A pilot study

3Shape OPEN orthodontics opens new opportunities

In search of the etiology of malocclusions — a common discovery technique is proposed

Millennial Moms: Why they should be an important audience of your marketing strategy

Economic opportunity of orthodontic innovation

The four pillars of cybersecurity for the orthodontic practice

New concepts in aligner therapy with the Orthocaps® system

Combining accelerated orthodontics with orthognathic surgery to reduce overall treatment time

Fixed and removable orthodontic appliance case study

Orthodontic Treatment Strategies for Sleep Apnea in Children

How Children Breathe Sets the Stage for Life

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A leading publication and journal in Orthodontics

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Rules for giving and receiving feedback

Columns, Current Issue

Dr. Joel Small discusses methods for providing positive and generative feedback Feedback, both positive and remedial, can be a...

Stability, Retention and Relapse in Orthodontics

Book Reviews, Current Issue

by Drs. Christos Katsaros and Theodore Eliades Quintessence Publishing, Surrey, UK www.quintpub.co.uk Drs. Katsaros and Eliades have assembled a...

Accelerating orthodontic treatment with the D2Appliance™

Columns, Current Issue

Dr. Todd Dickerson discusses a method to correct an anteroposterior discrepancy early in treatment What once took weeks in...

CE Articles

New concepts in aligner therapy with the Orthocaps® system

CE Articles, Current Issue

Dr. Wajeeh Khan discusses an alternative clear aligner technique Educational aims and objectives The aim of this article is...

Combining accelerated orthodontics with orthognathic surgery to reduce overall treatment time

CE Articles, Current Issue

Dr. David Alpan discusses how smart mechanics with accelerated orthodontics facilitates an improved clinical outcome in shorter time with...

Oral appliances — past, present, and future

CE Articles, Current Issue

Dr. Steven R. Olmos and Matt Rago review oral appliances and their characteristics Educational aims and objectives This article...

Clinical Articles

The physics of Class II correction

Clinical, Current Issue

Dr. James J. Jasper discusses the efficacy of the Jasper Vektor® Appliance Introduction From the beginning of the modern...

Fixed and removable orthodontic appliance case study

Clinical, Current Issue

Dr. Andrew Wallace uses the principles of “smile design” for a patient seeking cosmetic improvement of his upper and...

Myofunctional therapy plays a key role in the orthodontic practice

Clinical, Current Issue

Dr. Daniel Klauer uses MFT for his patients on a daily basis for malocclusion and OSA The TMJ...

Product Profiles

Extend™ LTR

Current Issue, Product Profile

Reliance introduces a new addition to its lingual retention line One of the many difficult decisions you will face...

3Shape OPEN orthodontics opens new opportunities

Current Issue, Product Profile

Whether it’s a preferred clear aligner, bracket-maker, 3D printer, or more, it should be up to you to choose...

Carestream Dental and the Orthodontic Solution

Industry News, Product Profile

It automatically traces cephalometric images! It tracks clear aligner therapy! It juliennes fries! Well, not exactly, but wouldn’t...

Industry News

Henry Schein Orthodontics Presents Orthodontic Excellence and Technology Symposium in San Diego, CA

Events, Industry News, Practice Management, Press Releases, Technology

Henry Schein Orthodontics Presents Orthodontic Excellence and Technology Symposium in San Diego, CA Event Will Demonstrate the Sagittal First...

OrthoChats CEO to Speak at Southern Association of Orthodontics Meeting

Industry News, Practice Management, Press Releases, Products

OrthoChats CEO to Speak at Southern Association of Orthodontics Meeting Scott Hansen, founder and CEO of a leading...

Cellerant Announces the Best of Class Technology Award Winners for 2018

Events, Industry News, Press Releases, Technology

Cellerant Announces the Best of Class Technology Award Winners for 2018 Washington, DC; September 24, 2018 – Cellerant Consulting...

Rules for giving and receiving feedback

Stability, Retention and Relapse in Orthodontics

Accelerating orthodontic treatment with the D2Appliance™

Does having had premolar extractions affect how orthodontists treat their patients? A pilot study

Extend™ LTR

3Shape OPEN orthodontics opens new opportunities

In search of the etiology of malocclusions — a common discovery technique is proposed

Millennial Moms: Why they should be an important audience of your marketing strategy

Economic opportunity of orthodontic innovation

Conversation with Dr. David Sukoff

The physics of Class II correction

Class II and fast too

Ricky Harrell, DMD, MA

The four pillars of cybersecurity for the orthodontic practice

The optimized digital tool set

New concepts in aligner therapy with the Orthocaps® system

Combining accelerated orthodontics with orthognathic surgery to reduce overall treatment time

Fixed and removable orthodontic appliance case study

Orthodontic Treatment Strategies for Sleep Apnea in Children

How Children Breathe Sets the Stage for Life

Welcome to Orthodontic Practice US
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Welcome to Orthodontic Practice US A leading publication and journal in Orthodontics

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Welcome to Orthodontic Practice US
A leading publication and journal in Orthodontics