Age: 13 Chief concern: “The underbite” Case diagnostics:Retrognathic maxilla/orthognathic mandible, Class III tendency, mild maxillary crowding, moderate mandibular spacing, deep overbite ~60%, negative overjet and complete anterior crossbite, supernumerary lower left premolar, fair to poor oral hygiene, and some sensory issues Total number of aligners: 48Initial Tx Design: stages 1-40 (40 aligners)Refinement Tx Design: stages 41-48 (8 aligners)Aligner Material: 3M™ Clarity™ Aligners Force Wear interval: 7 days Treatment time: 13 months Source link
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Please note, this session is being simulcast on the AADOM Facebook Page, the AADOM LinkedIn Page, and the AADOM YouTube Channel to view on 8/14/24 at 1:00 pm Eastern September is OFFICE MANAGEMENT APPRECIATION MONTH! AADOM and CareCredit are joining forces again to celebrate the important role of the Dental Office Manager. Join us to get all the #OMAM24 details and learn how you and your team can celebrate your practice leader all September long! Sponsored by: CareCredit Learn about the presenters: Angela Martinez found her passion for dentistry 28 years ago when she held a part-time high school job in…
Discover our comprehensive series of digital guides designed to improve your oral health. Whether you’re looking to improve your brushing technique, learn about interdental cleaning, or explore tips for maintaining healthy gums, our guides cover it all. Download them today and take a step toward a brighter, healthier smile! This is our latest digital guide, created alongside the wonderful EMS.Did you know that caring for your teeth doesn’t just give you a healthy smile? It could help improve your whole-body health, too. Now is the perfect time to focus on how your oral health impacts your entire body. A healthy…
Evolving addictions In the early to mid-20th century, cigarette usage was not only socially acceptable but revered as a health product by medical practitioners; it wasn’t until the 1950s when we realized smoking causes lung cancer. Then, in the late 2000s and early 2010s, vaping exploded in popularity. Marketed as a “safer” alternative to cigarette use, 2.55 million US middle and high school students reported current e-cigarette use in 2022.1 After further investigation, we learned that chemicals in vapes (acetaldehyde, acrolein, and formaldehyde) can cause lung disease, breathing problems, and cardiovascular issues.2 Now, Zyns are the latest nicotine trend for…
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1. Introduction1.1 These terms and conditions shall govern your use of our website.1.2 By using our website, you accept these terms and conditions in full; accordingly, if you disagree with these terms and conditions or any part of these terms and conditions, you must not use our website.1.3 If you register with our website, submit any material to our website or use any of our website services, we will ask you to expressly agree to these terms and conditions.1.4 Our website uses cookies; by using our website or agreeing to these terms and conditions, you consent to our use of…
Since 2019, Andrew has been Head of Operations – GC Team at The Co-op. Before joining the Co-op, Andrew worked for Sainsbury. At both Co-op and Sainsbury, he has worked in both operational and people roles. The operational roles have given him experience in retail food stores and logistics operations. His most recent people roles were focused on organisational design and development. Andrew is also Chair of Governors at Co-op Academy Swinton and leads on Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. Andrew joined the Oral Health Foundations Board of Trustees in July 2024. Source link
Read Time:2 Minute, 21 Second What’s in Your Driveway? If any car could take you from A to B, what made you choose the one you’re driving? Once you determine your wants and needs, purchasing decisions become granular regarding personal preferences and budgets. Using this analogy, what are you using for diagnostic imaging? Is the answer 2D intraoral X-rays? Then it’s time to consider an upgrade. Clinical studies have shown that 2D intraoral imaging is about 25% accurate in detecting periapical lesions, while 3D imaging is 100% accurate. Using 3D imaging allows you to arrive at an immediate and accurate…
Justin Krbec is a senior vice president at Threadfellows, endorsed by ADA Member Advantage to help offices apply their practice logo to apparel and items for themselves, their families, their staff and even patients. Eco-friendly options include brands like Patagonia, Osprey, Cotopaxi, FjallRaven and more. ADA members get 10% off product, as well as free logo setup, decoration and ground shipping. Visit threadfellows.com/ada for more information. We now live in a world where environmental consciousness is paramount. Businesses are recognizing the importance of adopting sustainable practices in every aspect of their operations. When it comes to the apparel you and…
Other medical disciplines have been using desiccation-like procedures as scientists have known about its ability to eradicate microbes for quite some time. For example, some corneal procedures, skin lesion treatments, and various medications all undergo a type of desiccation process to provide the best treatment.1,4 Desiccation can be similarly compared to a type of debridement in wound healing.1,4Periodontal therapy and adjunctive servicesPreviously, some adjunctive services have been married with periodontal therapy to help combat dental biofilm. Adjunctive periodontal treatment services that often help to aid hand instrumentation of scaling and root planing include dental lasers, oral mouthwashes, antibiotics, and ultrasonic…