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2023 AAO Annual Session - Orthodontics within a Multidisciplinary Care for Patients with Cleft Lip and Palate
Credits: None available.
Orthodontics plays a vital role in the oral rehabilitation of patients with cleft lip and palate. But what is our role in the overall rehabilitation? This short course aims to describe our relationship with other specialists throughout treatment.
Speaker(s):
- Dr. Marilia Yatabe, DDS, MS, PhD
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CLP
2023 AAO Annual Session - Orthodontics 4.0: Artificial Intelligence, A Blessing or A Curse
Credits: None available.
Artificial intelligence has made tremendous inroads in the field of medicine by analyzing large quantity of data to shorten treatment time and improve outcomes. Orthodontists, as early adopters of digital technologies, are at the forefront of dentistry to implement machine learning algorithms to further improve orthodontic care. These technologies, based on data science, will reduce uncertainties of treatment, especially at the predictive level. They will also allow the practitioner to begin with the "end in mind" and direct the clinician towards the most appropriate approach by individualization of treatment plans. AI is definitively not a threat to the profession but the orthodontic profession needs to take an active part in its development to create the best approaches to diagnostic and treatment planning. The objectives of this lecture are to present the latest developments in deep learning, discuss the most common applications of AI in orthodontics and introduce future implementation of this fast evolving technology.
Speaker(s):
- Dr. Jean-Marc Retrouvey, DMD, MSc
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Artificial Intelligence
2023 AAO Annual Session - Miniscrew-anchored Maxillary Protraction in Growing Class III Patients
Credits: None available.
The aim of this presentation is to describe the miniscrew-anchored maxillary protraction (MAMP) therapy. The dentoskeletal outcomes and the clinical indications of this protocol will be discussed. Clinical trials have shown that MAMP therapy produced clinically relevant skeletal effects. MAMP might be an adequate treatment option for Class III growing patients in the early permanent dentition.
Speaker(s):
- Dr. Daniela Garib, DDS, MSc, PhD
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Class III Treatment
2023 AAO Annual Session - Manage Orthodontic Patients at Risk of OSA: Case-by-Case Application of a Precision Treatment Protocol
Credits: None available.
-How to recognize the patients at high risk of OSA and to differentiate craniofaocial phenotype of OSA ? -How to integrate craniofacial morphometric analysis with functional sleep assessment? -How to treat the growing sleep-disordered breathing patients to apply timely-target precision approach? -How to treat adult OSA patients with complicated phenotype in orthodontic practice? -How to modify orthodontic treatment plan for patients potentially at risk of OSA?
Speaker(s):
- Dr. Su-Jung Kim, DMD, MSD, PhD
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Airway Management
2023 AAO Annual Session - Implementing New Technologies to Prevent Unauthorized Access to Your Patient Data
Credits: None available.
Ransomware attacks are continuing at an alarming rate and have become more sophisticated, invasive, and financially crippling to practices. Hackers are now stealing your practice data before encrypting it which gives hackers the ability to publish and sell your data.
Speaker(s):
- Mr. Gary Salman, BA
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Cybersecurity
2023 AAO Annual Session - Idiopathic Condylar Resorption: Current Approaches to Diagnosis and Therapy
Credits: None available.
The pre-treatment or in-treatment identification of patients undergoing idiopathic condylar resorption of the TMJ and their management remains one of the biggest challenges in orthodontics. Frequently, because these joint resorptive events and associated adverse dental and skeletal alterations occur during orthodontic treatment, the concomitant compromised function and facial changes are often attributed to the orthodontic therapy itself. Much is still unknown about these perplexing conditions. In his presentation, Dr. Kapila will discuss the current understanding of the pathogenesis, diagnosis and management of idiopathic condylar resorption, including that which may occur in juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Early recognition through careful history taking and clinical examination together with newer diagnostic methods using 3D imaging and biomarkers, and constant monitoring can help mitigate some of the challenges arising during orthodontic treatment. Alternatively, these findings can be used to defer treatment of patients until stabilization occurs. Dr. Kapila will also discuss a range of patient-specific treatment options for individuals presenting with different phenotypic and degenerative TMJ findings in idiopathic condylar resorption.
Speaker(s):
- Dr. Sunil Kapila, BDS, MS, PhD
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TMD
2023 AAO Annual Session - From Functional to OPTIMAL: Facing the Realities of Stress
Credits: None available.
Dental professionals experience a level of stress 38% more than the average American. They look for relief by addressing external problems (hire/fire staff, take clinical CEs, throw money at marketing, etc.), which only serves as a Band-Aid. External solutions are not going to resolve this internal, biological reaction. Learn where stress is present in your practice, why it prevents you from achieving your goals, and how to move from functional to OPTIMAL. In her pragmatic approach, Jen Butler (master executive and board-certified coach) debunks the myths behind stress in dentistry and shares how to successfully navigate stressors. Attendees will build an action plan to incorporate practical, effective coping methods with the end result being less stress, higher profits, and more energy for business and life.
Speaker(s):
- Ms. Jen Butler, MEd
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Mental Wellbeing
2023 AAO Annual Session - Diagnosis and Treatment Planning of Transverse Problems
Credits: None available.
In this presentation, normal transverse growth of maxilla, mandible and dental arches will be demonstrated. Based on the recent CBCT studies on transverse dimension at the University of Pennsylvania, the normal skeletal transverse relationship of maxilla and mandible and buccolingual inclination of posterior teeth will be presented. In addition, how to identify transverse problems and make proper diagnosis and treatment planning will be discussed.
Speaker(s):
- Dr. Chun-Hsi Chung, DMD, MS
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Transverse Dimension
2023 AAO Annual Session - Dentofacial Esthetic Control Using Miniscrews: A Biomechanics Approach
Credits: None available.
Skeletal anchorage, new materials, and technology have undoubtedly expanded the dimensions of orthodontic care, but if you do not master the fundamentals, such as biomechanics, you will limit your success. The face seems to be a key feature in determination of human attractiveness, and facial esthetics are part of dentistry, and orthodontists play an important role in determining the patient’s facing esthetics. Improving facial and smile esthetic has become important goal in orthodontic treatment. Using the basic principles of the biomechanics associated to innovative approaches, the lecture will focus on the biomechanical treatment strategies and solutions using skeletal anchorage to treat complex malocclusions and, undoubtedly, improve facial esthetic. For better biomechanics understanding of the using of miniscrew implants, especially in dentofacial esthetic approach, the lecture aims to present rationale approach for complex cases.
Speaker(s):
- Dr. Helder B. Jacob, DDS, MSc, PhD
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Anchorage and TADs
2023 AAO Annual Session - Avoiding Failure and Elevating the Clinical Standards in Class II Treatment
Credits: None available.
Class II malocclusion presents unique challenges for orthodontists, given its high prevalence and wide variety in clinical presentation. Therefore, success in Class II cases depends on the clinician’s aptness to address critical diagnostic concerns. In addition, the orthodontics profession has vastly moved on from its earliest days, which heavily focused on hard-tissue and tooth relationships. With more emphasis on the soft tissues of the face, clinicians should employ wise treatment strategies when using fixed appliances in Class II treatment. This presentation aims to present the challenges, current evidence, and some sound strategies for treating Class II patients with fixed appliances. Clinical pearls will be shared with the audience to avoid common failures and to develop successful treatment decisions in challenging cases.
Speaker(s):
- Dr. Sercan Akyalcin, DDS, MS, PhD