Orthodontics: Page 10

Do apps help orthodontic patients improve their oral hygiene?

By Alex Dagostino

Can an app reduce plaque for orthodontic patients? Researchers analyzed the effects of using a mobile app on the oral hygiene of adolescents undergoing fixed orthodontic treatment in a small study published on October 1 in the International Dental Journal.

October 4, 2022

Bone defects found in adults after clear aligner therapy

By Melissa Busch

Imaging revealed an increase in alveolar bone defects in adults with mild to moderate crowding who underwent clear aligner therapy without tooth extractions, according to a study published in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.

October 2, 2022

Align introduces Invisalign Virtual Care AI

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Align Technology is introducing Invisalign Virtual Care AI, a remote monitoring software solution with artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted capabilities that aims to streamline workflows for doctors and their staff.

September 29, 2022

WildSmiles partners with SmileSuite

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

WildSmiles Braces is partnering with SmileSuite to help orthodontists close more cases while focusing on personalized patient care.

September 29, 2022

Antipsychotic induces open bite in 27-year-old woman

By Melissa Busch

A 27-year-old woman developed an open bite when she took the atypical antipsychotic aripiprazole, and her malocclusion worsened as her medication dosage increased, according to a case report recently published in Frontiers in Psychiatry.

September 29, 2022

Candid partners with Affinity Dental Management

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Clear aligner developer Candid has formed a partnership with dental service organization Affinity Dental Management.

September 26, 2022

Candid fills out leadership team with new hires

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

Clear aligner developer Candid has appointed Dr. Lou Shuman as an executive consultant and chief development officer and Dr. Brian Gray as chief dental officer.

September 12, 2022

What are the greatest hurdles facing orthodontics?

By Melissa Busch

What is the greatest challenge that orthodontists face? General dentists treating orthodontic patients. Orthodontists from every generation in the U.S. and Canada all agreed it's their most profound challenge, according to a study published in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.

September 8, 2022

Something to gnaw on: Bruxism causes and solutions

By Dr. Alvin Danenberg

We all clench or grind our teeth at times. We may do it when we're sleeping, or we may do it when we are awake. However, continuous bruxism should not go unchecked. Dr. Alvin Danenberg explores the causes and solutions for bruxism.

September 7, 2022

SmileDirectClub joins DTA

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

SmileDirectClub has become a member of the Dental Trade Alliance (DTA), making it the only member that exclusively offers clear aligners, according to the company.

September 6, 2022

What's the best way to help patients with sleep apnea?

By Melissa Busch

Patients with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea saw greater improvement in their condition when they wore mouthguards set at a mandibular advancement of 50%, according to a study published recently in Clinical and Experimental Dental Research.

August 29, 2022

5 back-to-school tips from a dental hygienist

By Lindsey Dalley, RDH

It's that time of year again: Supplies are bought, backpacks are donned, and kids are returning for yet another school year. Lindsey Dalley, RDH, lists five messages your practice can share with parents and children to ensure oral health isn't forgotten in the back-to-school shuffle.

August 29, 2022

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