Orthodontics

After taking in the sights and sounds of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) annual session in San Francisco, as well as a new favorite restaurant in the Union Square district, I decided to set my sights on the AAO exhibit hall and see what products were grabbing the attendees’ attention.

Dr. Aaron Molen of Molen Orthodontics says the i-CAT FLX is changing what 3D imaging means for case planning in orthodontics.

To help orthodontists and physicians more accurately treat children who need orthodontic or other craniofacial interventions, a team of researchers from the Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine and several other universities is conducting the largest study of craniofacial growth in different facial types in the world.

Sirona has expanded to include orthodontic treatment. The company now offers its CEREC Omnicam customers the ability to submit their digital impressions to the Invisalign® system.

Digital systems are not to be excluded from modern dental medicine any more. Like no other company in the dental industry, Sirona has digitalized dentistry and developed integration and linking of systems. The aim is to support the work of dentists with modern instruments and equipment, as well as efficient workflows and optimal comfort during treatment.

Sikka Software Corporation reviewed U.S. states and identified those where practices are doing the most number of specific procedures, including endodontics, orthodontics and implants.

Lately 3D printing and the dental industry go together like peanut butter and jelly-and with strides being made one after another for 3D printing technology and materials in areas like dentures, different orthodontics, surgical procedures and implants, you can be assured with innovations for the dental field, your dentist will be working to ensure  you can enjoy those peanut butter and jelly crackers, sandwiches and much more exciting fare for a long time to come-as well as pleasing us all with your dazzling smile.

The Pride Institute's "Best of Class" Technology Awards represent an initiative to promote innovation in new and existing dental technology companies, providing a means through which the organization can educate those in the dental profession to use technology more effectively. 

Designed to take the shock out of starting orthodontic treatment, the ClearCorrect patient starter kit includes aligners that apply gentle pressure before ramping up movement in later steps.

Orthodontic patients present unique challenges for the general dental practice. And according to Carolyn Friedman, founder of the orthodontic training company, OrthoAssist, these challenges are made more troublesome when dental hygienists, dental assistants and general dentists don’t understand the unique needs of orthodontic patients.

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Dentronix, Inc., has introduced its new cordless curing light-the LED 3000 Orthodontic curing light-which boasts speedy cure times, a light-weight body and more for the efficiency-driven orthodontic practice.

How Invisalign helped one patient finally get the smile he’s always wanted.

Henry Schein’s recently launched line of double-ended Acclean orthodontic toothbrushes are outfitted with an interdental brush, reportedly making it easier for users to clean hard-to-reach areas and remove debris between teeth and braces.

Tess Oral Health’s Easy Braces toothbrush is reportedly the first toothbrush fashioned to under orthodontic patients’ arch wires, reducing or completely eliminating decalcifications.  

Young patients don’t always have the best dental and oral habits. Here’s how Habit Corrector can help.

The Six Month Smiles system enables general dentists to provide this treatment in a very short time, and the return on investment is immediate.

Carestream Dental’s CS 9300C Select has recently joined an elite group of advanced 3D imaging systems certified by OraMetrix Inc. for use with its suresmile® technology.

Demonstration videos released by Clearbow show how their thermoplastic labial wires are easily prepared and adapted, and remain virtually unbreakable even in extreme conditions.

Stratasys, Ltd., manufacturer of 3D printers and production systems for prototyping and manufacturing, this week announced the launch of the Objet30 OrthoDesk 3D Printer, specially designed for smaller orthodontic labs and clinics.

This week, we're on site in Southern California, visiting the headquarters for Progressive Orthodontics. Find out how Progressive Ortho can help you develop a smarter approach to embracing specialty work.

There are 10 instruments in the Ortho Lingual Collection that are said to feature optimal intraoral access, visibility for the clinician, enhanced comfort for the patient and more time savings per procedure. The collection includes: cutters, pliers and lingual ligature directors designed for patient and clinician ease, comfort and accessibililty. Each cutter and pliers feature a gold-plated handle, longer handles that allow for easier access and orbit-formed box joints that are 14% to 20% thinner than standard orthodontic instruments. Hu-Friedy

The Limited 6 ClearCorrect™ treatment option is described as the ideal for simple anterior adjustments. It includes up to 6 steps of clear aligners (single or dual arch). It includes treatment setup, Phase Zero and retainers at no extra cost. ClearCorrect, LLC 866-331-3323 www.ClearCorrect.co

ClearCorrect has announced the Limited 6 for only $395, an ideal treatment option for simple anterior adjustments. It includes up to 6 steps of clear aligners (single or dual arch).

The CAD/CAM custom-made Narval™ CC mandibular repositioning device (MRD) is designed for patients with mild to moderate OSA, as well as those who are unable to comply to CPAP treatment. It also is a first-line treatment for snoring in the absence of OSA. The CAD/CAM technology through selective laser sintering is said to ensure a precise fit and comfortable retention, enabling a high degree of customization to suit the complex dental anatomy of individual patients.

Highly elastic SmartTrack™ aligner material is said to deliver gentle, more constant force to improve control of tooth movements with aligner treatment. When the aligner is stretched, the material returns more closely to the programmed aligner shape to improve tracking. 

Ortho Insight 3D software simulates tooth movement for treatment planning including extractions, space closure and auto-alignment of dentition. Make precision bracket positioning then transfer to the patient, shortening chair-time and treatment time. The software is said to help orthodontists design accurate orthodontic appliances and eliminate lab fees and storage costs.

The way you treat your patients is changing. Gone are the days of simply fixing a cracked tooth and moving on to the next case. These days, you’re expected to look at your patients more comprehensively, to treat them as a whole rather than as components.

PracticeMojo™ has partnered with My Social Practice, named one of Dental Products Report’s Top 5 Marketing Services companies, to provide dental practices with social media and online Web solutions.  

ClearCorrect LLC, a leading manufacturer of clear aligners, reached a milestone in its charitable project, Phase Out. Since the launch of its first initiative with charity: water (phase out unsafe drinking water) on Jan. 1, 2012, ClearCorrect has raised over $60,000, which will help about 3,000 people gain access to clean and safe drinking water.