This two-part presentation/hands-on workshop encompasses clear aligner fundamentals, optical scanning, digital orthodontic record-making and the fundamentals of the digital workflow for clear aligner treatment. Clinical photography will be incorporated to allow participants to begin utilizing the digital workflow within their practice. The participants will gain hands-on experience bonding attachments and performing interproximal reduction in order to feel comfortable enough to return to their practice and begin treatment. Participants will have the opportunity to explore the business skills necessary to incorporate clear aligners into their practice.
Note: This course is the prerequisite for participation course WPMS2, “Getting Started with Clear Aligner Orthodontics: Hands-On Learning with Aligners and Digital Dentistry, Part 2.”
Learning Objectives:
Understand the basic principles of orthodontic tooth moment and clear aligner therapy.
Acquire knowledge and confidence in record-making steps necessary to begin and complete clear aligner treatment.
Utilize digital software to treatment plan for clear aligner therapy and the digital workflow.
Become experienced with clear aligner techniques like bonding engagers and interproximal reduction.
Recognize the business skills needed to implement and grow clear aligner therapy in private practice.
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