Description

Second molar alignment is frequently a challenge in orthodontic treatment, especially in those cases when an adolescent is almost close to complete his/her treatment and second molars are not erupting properly in harmony with the rest of the arch. In this presentation the speaker will present a simple way to align those molars without altering the rest of the arch and therefore, the timing for treatment completion.

Learning Objectives:

• Plan how to align those molars in harmony with the rest of the arch without altering the occlusion or treatment timing for completion.
• Plan ahead simple mechanics to upright those teeth using a conservative approach.
• Comprehend how to properly align and torque those teeth without altering treatment time.

Speaker(s):

• Roberto Hernandez-Orsini, DMD, MPH, MS