INSTRUCTOR: Dr Bruce Gallant The course demonstrates the value of adding early orthodontic treatment to your practice.Important diagnostic considerations will be reviewed as well as the benefits of incorporating orthopedic appliances.The advantages of multiple orthopedic functional appliances including headgear for Class III treatment will be discussed in depth. Detailed instructions on clasp adjustments will also be shown. At the completion of this course, Participant will understand: The important of including mixed dentition Orthodontic treatment into your practice The different Orthopedic appliances and how they function

INSTRUCTOR: Dr Jim Prittinen This course highlights the importance of vertical control in orthodontic therapy. Learn how to diagnose potential vertical difficulties by viewing cephs, models, and photographs. Case selection based on the potential vertical challenges will be covered in detail. Different treatment mechanics for deep bite and open bite cases will also be discussed.Treatment planning with an emphasis on goal setting constitutes a major portion of this course. Learn methods to discern which goals are important. Also, a method for determining the ideal anterior-posterior position of upper and lower incisors will be demonstrated.Bjork’s interpretation of growth and development will be [...]

INSTRUCTOR: This advanced course is designed to equip clinicians with the skills and confidence to treat complex orthodontic cases using clear aligner therapy. Emphasis is placed on accurate diagnosis, appropriate case selection, sound biomechanical planning, and the strategic use of auxiliaries to expand the capabilities of aligners beyond routine cases.Class II malocclusions represent one of the most common scenarios in which clear aligner treatment becomes challenging, often due to increased tray numbers and patient compliance concerns. Clinical evidence will be presented demonstrating that addressing the AP discrepancy at the beginning of treatment (when patient compliance is typically highest) results in greater [...]