A Historical Perspective of Surgical-Orthodontic Management of Dentofacial Deformities: Where We Were, Where We Are, Where We Are Going
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Surgery First: Indications and Contraindications from the Surgeon’s and Orthodontist’s Perspectives
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Surgery first has revived as a surgical approach in orthognathic surgery to reduce treatment duration and eliminate the accentuation of the dentofacial deformity that occurs with presurgical orthodontics. Skeletal anchorage, along with the use of surgical rigid internal fixation and 3-D virtual planning, has made this approach more feasible. Research studies have shown a reduction in treatment duration of 30 - 70%.
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Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Update on Orthodontics and Surgery
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Heads or Tails: Oral Appliance or Maxillomandibular Advancement for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
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Treatment Options in Maxillary Transferse Skeletal Deficiencies
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The transverse dimension of the maxillomandibular complex must be evaluated, diagnosed and addressed in order to achieve stability following orthodontic/orthognathic correction. Orthopedic maxillary expansion (non-surgical) is effective and stable in the young population prior to sutural closure, and is not effective or stable in patients following sutural closure in the maxillofacial complex. During this presentation different treatment options for patients with maxillary transverse skeletal deficiencies will be illustrated and discussed.
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Many complex interdisciplinary problems involve deficiencies or discrepancies in the dentoalveolar complex that can prolong treatment time and compromise overall outcomes. Surgically Facilitated Orthodontic Therapy (SFOT), in combination with skeletal anchorage, can shorten treatment times, modify vertical relationships and enhance the development of the arch form, alveolar bone and soft tissue to ideally address these issues involving the dentoalveolar complex. Special focus will be given to utilizing high-tech clear aligners instead of traditional orthodontic appliances to add a new and exciting dimension to SFOT while significantly increasing patient treatment acceptance.
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Management of Third Molars: Minimizing Risks
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Complications in Orthognathic Surgery
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The Law and Dental Technology: The Future is Now
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