Orthodontics

If you’re not losing patients, why should you work to attract new patients? What’s wrong with the status quo? Many things, says one practitioner.

The Associated Press (AP) came out with a report earlier this week stating there are no proven benefits to flossing. Working in dentistry, we know how important cleaning in interproximally is, not only for oral health but for overall health.

Have you ever had a tough time convincing your patient to brush and floss? After this week’s recent debacle about no flossing, I think we can all agree, improving oral hygiene is a challenge for most patients. With anti-flossing ads stringing across every media site, let’s review seven ways you can increase oral hygiene in your orthodontic patients.

Dr. David Sarver gave a lecture titled, “Orthodontics - How it has changed and what you really want to know!”

One of the greatest challenges in integration of Invisalign clear aligner treatment in a dental practice is to how to create a complete patient care protocol and all the clinical steps needed for implementation.

One doctor shares her views on the importance of oral systemic health and how it effects the way she works with patients.

Now, through the power of CEREC Omnicam and CEREC Ortho Software 1.1, you can introduce more streamlined processes into your practice, and give patients a better overall experience.

We asked assistants and hygienists from around the nation, including editorial opinion leaders from Modern Dental Assistant and Modern Hygienist, to tell us what products made their days easier and made their patients happier. Here’s what they said.

With the help of patient education, one dental practice's patients see them as partners working to find the best solution to fit their individual needs.

How i-CAT 3D imaging technology helped diagnose and correct constricted airways for a young girl, her siblings and her father. Dr. Robert Kaspers’ orthodontic office in Illinois handled the treatment.

Young children (ages six to 10) with severely protruded upper front teeth, commonly called “buck teeth,” are at increased risk for dental trauma and may benefit from an orthodontic correction, according to a study published recently in the American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics.

The dental industry is continually coming out with new products to improve everything from technique to diagnostics.

DentalEZ®, a supplier of integrated products and services for dental health professionals worldwide, recently unveiled its new Ortho Cart at this year’s Greater New York Dental Meeting.

Shofu Dental Corporation, a leading manufacturer of award-winning dental materials and equipment, has launched a new system for the removal of orthodontic attachments.

Said to be accurate, organized, easy to understand and cost-effective, the Digital Orthodontics Records Package from Space Maintainers reportedly transforms your orthodontic models and records into a wealth of valuable online diagnostic information.

Anyone who’s had a fixed orthodontic appliance knows how frustrating oral hygiene can become. Fixed appliances often make the perfect breeding ground for bacteria and plaque, which can accumulate under the appliance. In an attempt to abort development of bacteria, researchers recently examined if daily doses of xylitol could make a difference.

i-CAT, a brand of the KaVo Kerr Group, released its new and enhanced Tx STUDIO 5.4 treatment planning software at the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) Annual Session, San Francisco, Calif.

After taking in the sights and sounds of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) annual session in San Francisco, as well as a new favorite restaurant in the Union Square district, I decided to set my sights on the AAO exhibit hall and see what products were grabbing the attendees’ attention.

Dr. Aaron Molen of Molen Orthodontics says the i-CAT FLX is changing what 3D imaging means for case planning in orthodontics.

To help orthodontists and physicians more accurately treat children who need orthodontic or other craniofacial interventions, a team of researchers from the Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine and several other universities is conducting the largest study of craniofacial growth in different facial types in the world.

Sirona has expanded to include orthodontic treatment. The company now offers its CEREC Omnicam customers the ability to submit their digital impressions to the Invisalign® system.

Digital systems are not to be excluded from modern dental medicine any more. Like no other company in the dental industry, Sirona has digitalized dentistry and developed integration and linking of systems. The aim is to support the work of dentists with modern instruments and equipment, as well as efficient workflows and optimal comfort during treatment.

Sikka Software Corporation reviewed U.S. states and identified those where practices are doing the most number of specific procedures, including endodontics, orthodontics and implants.

Lately 3D printing and the dental industry go together like peanut butter and jelly-and with strides being made one after another for 3D printing technology and materials in areas like dentures, different orthodontics, surgical procedures and implants, you can be assured with innovations for the dental field, your dentist will be working to ensure  you can enjoy those peanut butter and jelly crackers, sandwiches and much more exciting fare for a long time to come-as well as pleasing us all with your dazzling smile.

The Pride Institute's "Best of Class" Technology Awards represent an initiative to promote innovation in new and existing dental technology companies, providing a means through which the organization can educate those in the dental profession to use technology more effectively. 

Designed to take the shock out of starting orthodontic treatment, the ClearCorrect patient starter kit includes aligners that apply gentle pressure before ramping up movement in later steps.

Orthodontic patients present unique challenges for the general dental practice. And according to Carolyn Friedman, founder of the orthodontic training company, OrthoAssist, these challenges are made more troublesome when dental hygienists, dental assistants and general dentists don’t understand the unique needs of orthodontic patients.

Want to ask Dr. Quintero a question? You’ll get the chance during a Live Online Q&A Google Hangout Session Watch the on-demand interview here.

Dentronix, Inc., has introduced its new cordless curing light-the LED 3000 Orthodontic curing light-which boasts speedy cure times, a light-weight body and more for the efficiency-driven orthodontic practice.

How Invisalign helped one patient finally get the smile he’s always wanted.