| 5/25/2012 |
Ortho |
The Deep Bite Challenge: Techniques to Approach the Correction of Deep Bite with Invisalign |
Dr. William Gierie and Dr. Jonathan Nicozisis |
Although deep bite is one of the most common malocclusions in North America, the treatment of patients with deep bites, regardless of the orthodontic appliance, has been considered one of the most difficult to treat successfully (1). In this case based program, Dr. Jonathan Nicozisis and Dr William Gierie will present their preferred treatment approaches to addressing deep bite correction with Invisalign. Dr Nicozisis and Dr Gierie will provide in depth "how to" information, including detailed recommendations to aid with your ClinCheck treatment planning, helping you to confidently treat the many patients in your practice with deep bites. (1) Parker CD, Nanda RS, Currier GF. Skeletal and dental changes associated with the treatment of deep bite malocclusion. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 1995; 107: 382-93
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| 6/29/2012 |
GP |
Maximizing the Hygienist’s Role as Patient Advocate |
Dr. Mark Hodge |
Malocclusion is a pandemic that parallels the under diagnosis of periodontal disease in the 1960's. Join Dr. Mark Hodge, as he discusses simple, predictable means of documenting the evidence of malocclusion to your patients and between hygienist and doctor. Your patients depend upon you to help them understand the direct links between malocclusion, periodontal health, systemic health, and comprehensive dental health. Dr. Hodge will discuss how to easily motivate patients to seek Invisalign treatment consistently within your practice. If you’re interested in upgrading your patient’s hygiene experience then don’t miss this informative program.
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| 7/20/2012 |
Ortho |
The Open Bite Challenge: Techniques to Approach the Correction of Open Bite with Invisalign |
Dr. Mazyar Moshiri and Dr. Robert Boyd |
In the past, many practitioners have shied away from open bite treatment with Invisalign, having been taught that the necessary movements to effectively close the bite are difficult with aligners. In this case based program, Dr Robert Boyd and Dr Mazyar Moshiri will share several different approaches utilizing Invisalign in the treatment of patients with anterior open bites. Through case reviews, presenting several effective treatment techniques, as well as analysis of the long term stability of Invisalign for anterior open bite treatment, attendees will walk away with not only actionable treatment advice but an understanding of the distinct advantages that Invisalign has over fixed appliances for the correction of anterior open bites.
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| 8/24/2012 |
GP |
Tooth Mass Analysis: The Key to Ideal Functional and Esthetic Invisalign Treatment |
Dr. Doug Brandt |
Precise tooth measurements and their interrelationships are considered to be one of the keys to accurate orthodontic diagnosis. Studies have reported the presence of significant tooth size discrepancies as high as 70% within the population seeking orthodontic treatment. Why then do so many dental professionals neglect to take this into consideration during the treatment planning process? Join Dr. Douglas Brandt, Staff Orthodontic Manager at Align Technology’s Treatment Facility as he shares essential information on how to leverage Align’s ClinCheck software to quickly and accurately identify tooth size discrepancies for your Invisalign patients. Attendees will walk away with the understanding of how to request a tooth mass analysis from your Invisalign technician and how to effectively start integrating this vital information during your ClinCheck treatment planning to ensure ideal functional and esthetic Invisalign outcomes.
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| 9/28/2012 |
Ortho |
Invisalign and Distalizing Appliances: An Efficient and Effective Combination to Treat Class II Malocclusions |
Dr. Clark Colville |
The introduction of Precision Cuts in 2010 helped doctors to be more efficient and effective with the use of Invisalign with buttons and elastics in the correction of class II malocclusions. However, there are certain clinical situations where a distalizing appliance in conjunction with Invisalign treatment may be a more efficient option. Join Dr. Clark Colville for an in depth program in which he details how distalizing appliances play an important part of his protocol for treating patients with Class II malocclusions and how when used in conjunction with Invisalign, can result in treatment outcomes that are both predictable and efficient.
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| 10/26/2012 |
GP |
Esthetic Strategies – The Indisputable Foundation of Invisalign |
Dr. David Gates |
It is has been well established that aligning the teeth prior to restorative work can be an effective way to ensuring esthetic results while maintaining the practice of conservative dentistry. What many doctors don’t realize however is that assessing your esthetic options early in the Invisalign treatment process may provide more flexibility and ultimately result in a better outcome. Join Dr David Gates as he shares simple techniques and treatment strategies that can be employed during the entire Invisalign treatment process from before the first impressions up to the delivery of the last aligner, designed to maximize the esthetic potential. During this informative webinar Dr Gates will share easy to implement treatment strategies to ensure that your patients end up not just with teeth that are straight but with teeth that are beautiful as well.
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| 11/9/2012 |
GP |
Invisalign: Marketing The Utopian Dental Experience in 2012 and Beyond |
Dr. Payam Ataii |
Now more than ever, it is important to grow your practice with services that attract new patients and deepen your relationships with existing patients. Get your entire team together and join us for another high energy program from Dr. Payam Ataii. Find out what it takes to be competitive and stand out in the today’s tricky world of dental marketing. Dr. Ataii will share the latest ways to maximize online marketing efforts, leverage the value of patient referrals and ultimately build a strong revenue base for your practice.
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| 12/7/2012 |
Ortho |
A Look at Consecutively Treated Class II Non-Extraction Patients Using Invisalign |
Dr. Sam Daher |
The treatment of Class II malocclusions with Invisalign, in conjunction with buttons and elastics, has become commonplace and doctors across the world have demonstrated great clinical success in treating these patients. Although the clinical evidence showing doctor's ability to correct Class II malocclusions with Invisalign has been well documented in numerous case studies, the question still remains “Is Invisalign consistently successful in achieving the predictable correction of Class II malocclusions?” In this webinar, Dr. Sam Daher takes a retrospective look at consecutively treated Class II non extraction patients using Invisalign and shares why he feels that Invisalign is the best option in his practice, to consistently achieve stellar clinical outcomes. Dr. Daher will also provide insight into his protocol for correcting Class II malocclusion with Invisalign with which you can apply in your own practice.
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