THE EDITOR'S CORNERMARA Mia!NEAL D. KRAVITZ DMD, MSIn 2021, I conducted a JCO webinar titled “Efficient and Stable Class II Correction with MARA and Herbst Appliances.” (It’s still accessible on our website, and free to watch for subscribers.) While t... |
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Direct 3D-Printed Occlusal SplintsCHRISTIAN GROTH DDS, MS, NEAL D. KRAVITZ DMD, MSDrs. Groth and Kravitz describe the step-by-step process used to fabricate customized occlusal splints, including the intraoral scan, digital design, 3D printing, and postprocessing. Tips are also provided for delivery to the patient and verification of tooth contacts. |
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PEARLSA Modified Bracket Position for a Rotated ToothBASIL MUMTAZ BDS, MOrth RCSHorizontal or vertical positioning of a bracket on the tooth surface will affect the final alignment of that tooth. This Pearl illustrates how to place a central-incisor bracket on the mesial aspect to promote mesial-out rotation during initial alignment. |
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2023 JCO Orthodontic Practice Study Part 2: Practice SuccessNEAL D. KRAVITZ DMD, MS, DAVID S. VOGELS III, PHILIP B. VOGELSThe second installment in our three-part series focuses on factors that appear to be related to practice success, in terms of net income and case starts. Management and practice-building methods are tabulated, along with routine delegation of certain tasks. |
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OVERVIEWEsthetic Optimization of Surgical-Orthodontic TreatmentYASSMIN PARSAEI DMD, DEREK STEINBACHER MD, DMDWith today’s virtual surgical planning, the orthodontic-orthognathic team can visualize the bone morphology relative to the soft tissues. In this Overview, Drs. Parsaei and Steinbacher provide a framework that can help achieve the best functional and esthetic results. |
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CASE REPORTAnterior Repositioning Appliance for Relief of TMD in Conjunction with Definitive Orthodontic TreatmentTYLER GREENE DDS, GLEN ROBERSON DMD, ARIANNA PAPASIKOS AUSTIN DMD, MBAAn orthotic is used to treat disc displacement with reduction while the occlusion is stabilized by orthodontic fixed appliances and Class III elastics. The orthotic is progressively equilibrated and cut back as the lower posterior teeth are extruded. |
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PEARLSAttaching an Elastomeric Chain to a Soldered Lingual ArchSERGIO HERNAN VALVERDE MONTALVA DDS, MS, H. RENZO VALVERDE MONTALVA DDS, MScAn elastomeric chain cannot normally be attached to a lingual arch without the addition of soldered hooks. In this alternative method, a link of chain is pulled through the other end to wrap around the arch for eruption of an impacted canine. |
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Continuing Education from November 2023 Issue (questions only)Click here to download a PDF of the printed questions from the journal for reference. CE tests must be taken online. See the link to continuing education on the menu bar at the top of the screen. |
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Product News in November 2023 IssuePRODUCT NEWS is presented as a service to the reader and in no way implies endorsement by JCO. |
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In 2021, I conducted a JCO webinar titled “Efficient and Stable Class II Correction with MARA and Herbst Appliances.” (It’s still accessible on our website, and free to watch for subscribers.) While t...
Drs. Groth and Kravitz describe the step-by-step process used to fabricate customized occlusal splints, including the intraoral scan, digital design, 3D printing, and postprocessing. Tips are also provided for delivery to the patient and verification of tooth contacts.
Horizontal or vertical positioning of a bracket on the tooth surface will affect the final alignment of that tooth. This Pearl illustrates how to place a central-incisor bracket on the mesial aspect to promote mesial-out rotation during initial alignment.
The second installment in our three-part series focuses on factors that appear to be related to practice success, in terms of net income and case starts. Management and practice-building methods are tabulated, along with routine delegation of certain tasks.
With today’s virtual surgical planning, the orthodontic-orthognathic team can visualize the bone morphology relative to the soft tissues. In this Overview, Drs. Parsaei and Steinbacher provide a framework that can help achieve the best functional and esthetic results.
An orthotic is used to treat disc displacement with reduction while the occlusion is stabilized by orthodontic fixed appliances and Class III elastics. The orthotic is progressively equilibrated and cut back as the lower posterior teeth are extruded.
An elastomeric chain cannot normally be attached to a lingual arch without the addition of soldered hooks. In this alternative method, a link of chain is pulled through the other end to wrap around the arch for eruption of an impacted canine.
Click here to download a PDF of the printed questions from the journal for reference. CE tests must be taken online. See the link to continuing education on the menu bar at the top of the screen.
PRODUCT NEWS is presented as a service to the reader and in no way implies endorsement by JCO.
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