Instructor: Dr Jim Prittinen In Orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning, profile improvement (occlusion) is often emphasized more than smile enhancement. However, many studies show that patients are more concerned about the frontal view of the smile than the profile. Therefore, improving the “smile” should be of equal importance to improving the profile in Orthodontic treatment. The 8 major components of the smile will be presented. How to incorporate these components into Orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning will also be discussed. The differences between the elements of smile aesthetics which can be improved with conventional Orthodontic treatment, and the elements that cannot [...]

Dr. Martins will share how Hybrid Orthodontic Treatment allows Clinicians to provide an aesthetic treatment option to patients who may not be good candidates for aligner only or traditional only treatment. Dr. Martins will discuss the benefits of beginning treatment with 3D Indirect Bonding and finishing with invisible aligners. With shorter treatment times and less patient fatigue, Hybrid Orthodontic Treatment is both a profitable and predictable option to offer patients. Course Objectives Identify the advantages of Hybrid orthodontic treatment. Understand the importance of beginning treatment with fixed appliances and finishing with aligners. Identify the different trays available for bracket placement and [...]

This course will discuss what constitutes a mild, moderate, and severe deep bite as well as the various techniques of correcting these Orthodontic challenges.  The basics of wire bending will be reviewed and how to use reverse curve wires effectively when treating deep bite cases.  The clinical implications of incorporating reverse curve wires into treatment will be explained.  How to treat a deep bite in mixed dentition cases with tip back mechanics will also be detailed. Upon completion of this course the participant will demonstrate the ability to: -           Differentiate between a mild, moderate, and severe deep bite Orthodontic case. -           [...]