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2023 Clear Aligner, Invisalign, ClearCorrect Delivery InstructionsWelcome to the future of orthodontic treatment! In 2023, the field of clear aligners has witnessed remarkable advancements, revolutionizing how we achieve a straighter smile. Brands like Invisalign and ClearCorrect have introduced groundbreaking delivery instructions that enhance the patient experience. These innovative instructions ensure a seamless journey for individuals […]
In many cases, fitting clear aligners such as Invisalign can seem difficult, to begin with. However, if you’ve been struggling, don’t worry – we’ve outlined some of the key things you need to know about the latest Invisalign delivery instructions to help make your efforts to fit Invisalign a little more successful. The Latest Invisalign […]
For orthodontic specialists, offering Invisalign treatment is a cost-effective way to provide quality care. But how should associates be paid for these types of treatments? Let’s explain the best ways to structure orthodontic associate payments when providing Invisalign treatment.Case-Based Payment PlanThe most common payment structure is based on cases. This means that the associate will […]
Phase 1- https://www.straightsmilesolutions.com/classes/phase-1-interceptive-online-course/Phase 1 Interceptive Online Course | StraightSmile Solutions®You sentHere’s the promo code for $100 off- https://www.straightsmilesolutions.com/about/deals-and-discounts/Here’s the straightwire course- https://www.straightsmilesolutions.com/classes/digital-straightwire-class/Digital Straightwire Class | StraightSmile Solutions®The discount for that is already “baked in” for another day or so.Here’s my Invisalign content- https://www.straightsmilesolutions.com/classes/educational-videos/Educational Orthodontics Videos | Orthodontics Training | StraightSmile Solutions®Here’s my clear aligner webinar- […]
I married a general dentist. We met at UCSF Dental School and we were in the same anatomy lab group. I always knew I was going to specialize. I was “gunner” (that’s what we called the high academic students back at UCSF in the 90’s). I was there for one reason only: to become an […]
In 2002, when I was an orthodontic resident at the University of Connecticut, I snuck out of my residency program for a long weekend with the defense that I was “visiting family” for a so-called “family emergency” in San Francisco. Although I do indeed have family in the Bay Area, this was no crisis! Our […]
If you are a frequent reader of my blog (www.straightsmilesolutions.com/blog) or a subscriber of my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/c/Straightsmilesolutionsortho), you’ve become accustomed to my tricks and tips on attachment and auxiliary design and placement. And you probably know that I think “optimized” attachments are mostly an over-hyped, proprietary feature of Align Technology. Below, I have compiled […]
There has been a lot of interest about orthodontic aftercare opportunities. Below is a summary about Retainers for Life, one of the corporate, branded orthodontic aftercare opportunities. Note, that my emails and attempts to contact the owners of this company were unsuccessful after several months so these notes are based on what I understood from […]
A DENTIST’S GUIDE TO RESTARTING THE PRACTICE POST-COVID
“Yes Ma’am Can I Have Another? Passive Dentist Professional’s Attitude Towards COVID-Closure The Impact of Coronavirus on Dentists The novel coronavirus has infected millions of people across the globe and this pandemic has left all dentistry practice around the world go for a toss. Only a few states have allowed dental offices to be kept […]