The age of digital imaging (Part 1 of 3)

Orthodontics is moving into the 21st century with digital and 3-D imaging. However, advancing one’s mindset and practice into the 21st century can be a daunting process. Selecting a technology to incorporate into your practice and deciding when and how to implement it are not simple decisions.

Jun 21, 2010 | CASE REPORTS

Miniscrews: a focal point in practice (Part 2 of 6)

The insertion of a miniscrew is a very simple and rapid therapeutic measure. Although there are several methods that will yield good results, successful insertion requires adherence to a few important principles. The following text details those insertion steps that offer a high degree of safety for both patient and clinician.

Jun 21, 2010 | CASE REPORTS

Relapse: the elephant in the room

In a sweeping review on the subject, incorporating 40 years’ worth of articles, Bondemark et al. (2007) found the tenor of the debate on orthodontic relapse rested with which retention regimen is most effective. That the hot question in orthodontics today is whether bonded or removable retainers are more effective does not bode well for the future of our science.

Jun 7, 2010 | CASE REPORTS

Miniscrews: a focal point in practice (Part 1 of 6)

In view of the plethora of publications, courses and advertising material on this subject, it would seem that miniscrews are widely used. Once some candid questions have been asked and answered, however, it becomes apparent that the reality is quite different.

May 24, 2010 | CASE REPORTS

CBCT takes gamble out of diagnosis

In certain situations, it is fine to take a gamble. But in this “poker” story, a CBCT scan tipped the odds in favor of the proper diagnosis. The patient, a 33-year-old woman, was suffering from severe headaches, dizziness, blurred vision, pain and swelling around her right eye. Initially, she consulted with two different physicians.

Apr 21, 2010 | CASE REPORTS

Invisalign: The clear advantage

Orthodontics has long used fixed appliances, e.g., metal braces, to achieve improved dental occlusions. Despite thousands of improvements in the appliance, some drawbacks persist. Discomfort, hygiene difficulties, fragility and aesthetics have been of concern, especially to the socially sensitive teen patient.

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