Orthodontic Practice US - Dental Journal and Online Dental CE

Leadership – paving new paths and inspiring others in 2019 and beyond
Editor’s intro: Dr. Shalin Shah enjoys inspiring his colleagues to face unanticipated hurdles in the new year with enthusiasm, and calculated, coordinated, and diligent efforts. A new year often brings upon reflection of the previous year’s experiences, successes, and challenges while also stimulating our minds to generate fresh ideas. As professionals, business owners, and highly motivated individuals, […] Continue Reading...
Magnitude of monthly pubertal mandibular growth in untreated Class II teens, and the relationship between upper and lower incisor movements and horizontal versus vertical expression of chin growth
Editor’s intro: Drs. James E. Eckhart and Thikriat Al-Jewair delve into mandibular growth in boys and girls and how it relates to tooth movement and chin growth. Drs. James E. Eckhart and Thikriat Al-Jewair quantify how much the mandibles of untreated pubertal boys and girls grow per month and show how certain growth of the chin is […] Continue Reading...
Important factors to millennials that you should consider promoting on social media — part 2
Editor’s intro: Reaching out to millennial patients and parents takes a different mindset and approach to social media. Julie Yoemans shows how. Marketing consultant Julie Yeomans discusses how to reach out to a growing market or prospective patients In the September/October 2018 issue of Orthodontic Practice US, I shared important insight from author Maria Bailey and her […] Continue Reading...
Connecting is the key: Digital technology can help orthodontic practices grow
Editor’s intro: Scott Hansen shows how connecting with your patients on social media keeps you connected and can help increase your practice success. Scott Hansen discusses how to effectively engage with patients People choose orthodontic care for many reasons. Parents might want their children to have a winning smile. Adults might be looking for relief from speech […] Continue Reading...
Engaging wires, engaging employees: how employee engagement in the orthodontic office is tied to productivity and profit — part 2
Editor’s intro: Manon D. Newell, JD, shows how employee involvement transforms the work environment and allows workers to be their best at work every day — this is great news for the productivity of any practice! Manon D. Newell, JD, explores ways to implement employee engagement in the orthodontic environment In part 1 of this article, we […] Continue Reading...
The SLX™ Clear Aligner System — Clearly Different
Editor’s intro: The SLX Clear Aligner System offers numerous workflow and treatment efficiencies. Let the Carriere Motion 3D Class II Appliance do the heavy lifting for you! A comprehensive treatment solution for adults and teens, SLX™ Clear Aligners are uniquely clear, provide a precision fit, and offer numerous workflow and treatment efficiencies. This new aligner system by […] Continue Reading...
EverSmile. The Orthodontic Accessory Company.
Editor’s intro: EverSmile is an easy and effective way to clean clear aligners. One of the most frequent questions patients undergoing Clear Aligner Treatment ask is, “How do I keep my aligners clean and fresh?” In 2012, Dr. Michael Florman, an orthodontist, and top Invisalign® provider, continued hearing the same question from his patients. He contacted his […] Continue Reading...
Expedited space closure
Editor’s Intro: Dr. Donald J. Rinchuse shows various ways to expedite space closure to give treatment closure to patients with braces. Dr. Donald J. Rinchuse discusses various solutions for maintaining a timely debonding Alice is here for her 9:00 a.m. “debonding” appointment in operatory number 3. Alice and her mom are so excited that she is finally […] Continue Reading...
CEREC Ortho software — where do you send your scans?
Editor’s intro: Dr. Patrik Zachrisson shows how CEREC Ortho is a very versatile software that has many uses apart from the popular Invisalign. The powerful software used in CEREC for orthodontic applications is used widely for Invisalign®, but there are several other uses that can easily be accessed. Dr. Patrik Zachrisson looks at some of the other […] Continue Reading...
When the patient breaches the doctor-patient contract
Editor’s intro: Dr. Laurance Jerrold informs dentists of their options if the doctor-patient contract is breached. Dr. Laurance Jerrold discusses how to terminate a contract with a patient Educational aims and objectives This clinical article aims to discuss the rights and obligations of the clinician to the patient and how to terminate the contact, if needed. […] Continue Reading...
Principles of informed consent
Editor’s intro: Dr. Bruce H. Seidberg explores how informed consent can be achieved and how important it is to keeping patients informed and the practice legally safe. Dr. Bruce H. Seidberg discusses the consensual relationship between patient and doctor and how to document the patient’s understanding of the proposed treatment Educational aims and objectives This clinical article […] Continue Reading...
Abstracts
Dr. Shalin Shah presents the latest literature, keeping you in touch with the latest studies and evolving technologies Accuracy of clear aligners: A retrospective study of patients who needed refinement Charalampakis O, Iliadi A, Ueno H, Oliver DR, Kim KB. American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics (2018) 154(1):47-54. Abstract Aims: The purpose of this […] Continue Reading...
Inaugural 3Shape Community Symposium
3Shape kicked off its Inaugural Community Symposium on Thursday, October 4, 2018, at the Arizona Biltmore, a Waldorf Astoria Resort, in Phoenix, Arizona. The beautiful weather and Squaw Peak Terrace were an ideal complement to the outdoor evening welcome reception. Attendees were treated to a formal welcome Friday morning by 3Shape co-founders co-CEO Tais Clausen […] Continue Reading...
Let the celebrities help
Editor’s Intro: Even Tom Cruise flashes an imperfect smile. Model wide-raging smile esthetics with celebrity photos. Dr. Donald J. Rinchuse discusses showing famous smiles to illustrate orthodontic variations The great Hall of Fame football coach Vince Lombardi said, “Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection, we can catch excellence.” This author has been in […] Continue Reading...
Importance of design in the strength and function of 3M ceramic brackets
Editor’s Intro: Ceramic bracket design combines form and function. Armineh Khachatoorian discusses the advantages of 3M ceramic brackets The top trend in the orthodontic industry today is esthetic treatment. The growing significance of dental esthetics, awareness of such procedures among the general population, and increasing disposable income in developing countries have allowed numerous patients to undergo treatments […] Continue Reading...
Damon™ Q2
Editor’s Intro: Damon™ Q2 — Ormco’s passive self-ligating bracket system with 2x rotation 2x the rotation control For several decades, the orthodontic industry has undergone rapid and significant change, especially when it comes to the evolution and growth of passive self-ligating (PSL) bracket systems. Over the years, with each bracket advancement, manufacturers have kept one goal consistent: […] Continue Reading...
Patients don’t know how good they have it today — because no one is telling them
Tom Owens offers tips about how to effectively spread the word about your practice’s technologies Dentistry is going through a major transformation being driven by technology, which makes the dental profession more efficient, fun, and profitable. Practices that embrace this technological revolution see the positive results on a daily basis. Their use has reinvigorated the […] Continue Reading...
Keep learning!
During my formative years, I was always amazed at how my father kept learning at his profession. He was a business executive and was one of the first executives to implement a computer into his business. It was a huge piece of equipment, and I remember a picture of him standing next to the computer […] Continue Reading...
The importance of an independent cybersecurity audit in the orthodontic practice
Editor’s Intro: Cybersecurity alert — safeguard your patients and practice from data breaches. Gary Salman and Justin Joy discuss ways to keep patients’ records safe An independent cybersecurity audit to analyze your current security posture is one of the most important things you can do to protect the confidentiality of your patient records. As an owner or […] Continue Reading...
Engaging wires, engaging employees: how employee engagement in the orthodontic office is tied to productivity and profit – part 1
Editor’s Intro: Employee engagement boosts your practice’s key business outcomes. Manon D. Newell, JD, discusses the first step in the orthodontist’s journey toward excellent business practices As an orthodontist, you know that you must engage the archwire to achieve tooth movement. Clinically, measurements play an important role in the diagnosis and treatment of your patients. You measure […] Continue Reading...

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Leadership – paving new paths and inspiring others in 2019 and beyond

Magnitude of monthly pubertal mandibular growth in untreated Class II teens, and the relationship between upper and lower incisor movements and horizontal versus vertical expression of chin growth

Important factors to millennials that you should consider promoting on social media — part 2

Connecting is the key: Digital technology can help orthodontic practices grow

Engaging wires, engaging employees: how employee engagement in the orthodontic office is tied to productivity and profit — part 2

The SLX™ Clear Aligner System — Clearly Different

EverSmile. The Orthodontic Accessory Company.

CEREC Ortho software — where do you send your scans?

When the patient breaches the doctor-patient contract

Importance of design in the strength and function of 3M ceramic brackets

Patients don’t know how good they have it today — because no one is telling them

The importance of an independent cybersecurity audit in the orthodontic practice

Engaging wires, engaging employees: how employee engagement in the orthodontic office is tied to productivity and profit – part 1

Welcome to Orthodontic Practice US
A dental journal and publication for orthodontists

Current Issue: Orthodontic Practice US

Leadership – paving new paths and inspiring others in 2019 and beyond

Columns, Current Issue

Editor’s intro: Dr. Shalin Shah enjoys inspiring his colleagues to face unanticipated hurdles in the new year with enthusiasm, and calculated,...

Magnitude of monthly pubertal mandibular growth in untreated Class II teens, and the relationship between upper and lower incisor movements and horizontal versus vertical expression of chin growth

Current Issue, Research

Editor’s intro: Drs. James E. Eckhart and Thikriat Al-Jewair delve into mandibular growth in boys and girls and how it relates...

Important factors to millennials that you should consider promoting on social media — part 2

Current Issue, Practice Management

Editor’s intro: Reaching out to millennial patients and parents takes a different mindset and approach to social media. Julie Yoemans shows...

Orthodontic CE Articles

When the patient breaches the doctor-patient contract

CE Articles, Current Issue

Editor’s intro: Dr. Laurance Jerrold informs dentists of their options if the doctor-patient contract is breached. Dr. Laurance Jerrold discusses...

Principles of informed consent

CE Articles, Current Issue

Editor’s intro: Dr. Bruce H. Seidberg explores how informed consent can be achieved and how important it is to keeping patients...

A tri-dimensional diagnosis and treatment planning guide

CE Articles, Current Issue

Editors Intro: Orthodontic therapy is built upon a precise diagnosis and treatment plan. Dr. Larry White examines some foundations of...

Orthodontic Case Studies

CEREC Ortho software — where do you send your scans?

Clinical, Current Issue

Editor’s intro: Dr. Patrik Zachrisson shows how CEREC Ortho is a very versatile software that has many uses apart from the...

Let the celebrities help

Clinical, Current Issue

Editor’s Intro: Even Tom Cruise flashes an imperfect smile. Model wide-raging smile esthetics with celebrity photos. Dr. Donald J. Rinchuse...

The physics of Class II correction

Clinical

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

Orthodontic Product Profiles

The SLX™ Clear Aligner System — Clearly Different

Current Issue, Product Profile

Editor’s intro: The SLX Clear Aligner System offers numerous workflow and treatment efficiencies. Let the Carriere Motion 3D Class II Appliance...

EverSmile. The Orthodontic Accessory Company.

Current Issue, Product Profile

Editor’s intro: EverSmile is an easy and effective way to clean clear aligners. One of the most frequent questions patients undergoing...

Importance of design in the strength and function of 3M ceramic brackets

Current Issue, Product Profile

Editor’s Intro: Ceramic bracket design combines form and function. Armineh Khachatoorian discusses the advantages of 3M ceramic brackets The top trend...

Orthodontic Industry News

Palmero Introduces New Disposable Safety Eyewear Office Packs

Industry News, Press Releases, Products

Palmero Introduces New Disposable Safety Eyewear Office Packs Stratford, CT – Palmero Healthcare, a Hu-Friedy subsidiary, is pleased to...

ORMCO CORPORATION CELEBRATES A MILESTONE YEAR AT ITS INSIGNIA GLOBAL USERS MEETING IN AMSTERDAM

Events, Industry News, Press Releases

ORMCO CORPORATION CELEBRATES A MILESTONE YEAR AT ITS INSIGNIA GLOBAL USERS MEETING IN AMSTERDAM Insignia Thought Leaders Gathered to...

3M™ Oral Care Portal Integration with Carestream and 3Shape Intraoral Scanners

Industry News, Press Releases, Products

3M™ Oral Care Portal Integration with Carestream and 3Shape Intraoral Scanners New automated process for submitting digital scans ST....

Leadership – paving new paths and inspiring others in 2019 and beyond

Magnitude of monthly pubertal mandibular growth in untreated Class II teens, and the relationship between upper and lower incisor movements and horizontal versus vertical expression of chin growth

Important factors to millennials that you should consider promoting on social media — part 2

Connecting is the key: Digital technology can help orthodontic practices grow

Engaging wires, engaging employees: how employee engagement in the orthodontic office is tied to productivity and profit — part 2

The SLX™ Clear Aligner System — Clearly Different

EverSmile. The Orthodontic Accessory Company.

Expedited space closure

CEREC Ortho software — where do you send your scans?

When the patient breaches the doctor-patient contract

Principles of informed consent

Abstracts

Inaugural 3Shape Community Symposium

Let the celebrities help

Importance of design in the strength and function of 3M ceramic brackets

Damon™ Q2

Patients don’t know how good they have it today — because no one is telling them

Keep learning!

The importance of an independent cybersecurity audit in the orthodontic practice

Engaging wires, engaging employees: how employee engagement in the orthodontic office is tied to productivity and profit – part 1

Welcome to Orthodontic Practice US
A dental journal and publication for orthodontists

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Welcome to Orthodontic Practice US A dental journal and publication for orthodontists

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Welcome to Orthodontic Practice US
A dental journal and publication for orthodontists