Martin Gorman, DDS[email protected]Invisible AlignersTreating kids with an advanced lightwire functional deviceChildhood is when dentists and hygienists should be looking for early signs of malocclusion, writes Dr. Martin Gorman. One method to address this malocclusion is using an advanced lightwire functional appliance. Dr. Gorman reviews how this type of appliance can help.May 22, 2019Imaging SystemsSecond Opinion: New technology aids TMD treatmentIt's a common scenario for dentists: Patients come to your office complaining of jaw pain. They may also mention that they're getting tension headaches, and they can't get a good night's sleep. As Dr. Martin Gorman writes, it might be temporomandibular disorder (TMD). He looks at the latest technology to help with the diagnosis and treatment.February 27, 2019RestorationsSecond Opinion: The case for ending the era of toxic teethDr. Martin Gorman notes that there are issues with the continuing use of dental amalgam fillings containing mercury. In this Second Opinion, he details the published data concerning the use of mercury in fillings and calls for organized dentistry to get behind composite alternatives.November 5, 2018Page 1 of 1Top StoriesOral CancerWhat dental teams can do to help prevent oral cancerEducating patients about risk-reduction strategies, like promoting HPV vaccination, is crucial for the early detection and prevention of oral squamous cell carcinomas. The report was published in the Journal of Dental Hygiene.Staff ShortagesDo's and don'ts for building your teamOrofacial PainToothache leads to implant removal from man's skullOrofacial PainSweetening up dental injections to reduce kids' painSponsor ContentAvailable On Demand
