Editor’s intro: Tongue posture is just one aspect of myofunctional therapy. During all phases of treatment, myofunctional therapists work with orthodontists as a multidisciplinary team to achieve long-term orthodontic stability. Sarah Hornsby, RDH, discusses the benefits of myofunctional therapy as a multidisciplinary part of the orthodontic practice Most patients assume that the results of their […]
Read MoreThe age of airway goes mainstream
Editor’s intro: The distinction between inspiratory flow limitation and obstructive sleep apnea calls for different approaches to treatment for the conditions as well as for adult or pediatric patients. Read all about these two airway-related issues. Drs. Barry Raphael and Mark Cruz explain how “Airway” goes well beyond Obstructive Sleep Apnea Introduction Whether you have a deep […]
Read MoreAlveolar-focused orthodontics
Editor’s intro: Aveolar-focused orthodontics emphasizes the importance of root position for long-term case stability. Read Dr. Jeffrey Miller’s article to find out how CBCT facilitates this process. Dr. Jeffrey Miller discusses the importance of considering the position of the roots within the alveolar housing After 34 years of orthodontic practice, I have seen and participated in […]
Read MoreTechnology — the past, the present, and your future
Editor’s intro: Dr. Terry Sellke’s three principles of delegation, technology, and systems can help orthodontists to continually evolve in this complex and competitive market. Read his perspective, and have a great career! Dr. Terry Sellke discusses methods to help orthodontists go beyond surviving and get back to thriving Background I have been in practice for a long […]
Read MoreEsthetics in orthodontic treatment: helping patients understand what they really want
Editor’s Intro: Clear aligners vs. ceramic brackets: Which esthetic option should patients choose? Dr. Anoop Sondhi discusses patients choices between clear aligners and ceramic brackets In recognizing where we are with esthetic orthodontic treatment, I typically discuss three approaches with patients. First, esthetic appliances can refer to ceramic brackets, which are much less visible than […]
Read MoreSymetri™ Clear’s esthetic and clinical benefits
Editor’s Intro: The Symetri™ Clear ceramic bracket system features state-of-the-art technology. Dr. Mark N. Coreil discusses a new ceramic bracket system For just about as long as I’ve been a practicing orthodontist — 30 years — we’ve witnessed the orthodontic industry undergo a relatively significant evolution, especially when it comes to ceramic bracket systems. Historically, when ceramic […]
Read MoreHaving the AcceleDent® conversation with patients
Editor’s Intro: Walk patients through the steps of Acceledent’s low pulsatile forces. Dr. Michael Woods discusses motivating patients about the benefits of low pulsatile forces My first experience with AcceleDent® was not as a clinician, but actually as a patient. While working as an associate for my mentor, Dr. Amy James (Haddonfield, New Jersey), I decided […]
Read MoreDoes 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 […]
Read MoreIn 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 […]
Read MoreThe 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 […]
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