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Lucas Orthodontics Expands South Florida Practice

Dentistry Today

Lucas Orthodontics, a leading orthodontic practice in Plantation and Pembroke Pines, Florida, has announced the addition of Dr. Albert Lucas Jr. is a board-eligible orthodontic specialist and a Boston University Henry M. to the team. Dr. Lucas Jr. Goldman School of Dental Medicine graduate. Dr. Lucas Jr.

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American Association of Orthodontists Issues Guidance to SmileDirectClub Patients Following Abrupt Closure

Dentistry Today

Given SmileDirectClub’s abrupt shut down, patients have been left with questions and concerns about their ongoing orthodontic treatment. ” Patients of SmileDirectClub and others concerned about mail-order orthodontics should take the following steps: Make an appointment with a local licensed orthodontist. .

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Dental MRI-only a future vision or standard of care? A literature review on current indications and applications of MRI in dentistry

Dental News and Technology

A comprehensive review of the current indications and applications of MRI in the dental specialities of orthodontics (I), endodontics (II), prosthodontics (III), periodontics (IV), and oral surgery (V), pediatric dentistry (VI), operative dentistry is still missing and is therefore provided by the present work.The current literature on dental MRI shows (..)

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The Inner Circle Acknowledges Mike Cotzas as a Pinnacle Life Healthcare Professional

Dentistry Today

Featured prominently in The Inner Circle, Mike Cotzas is recognized as a Pinnacle Life Healthcare Professional for his notable contributions to the field of orthodontics. Cotzas practices at Orthodontic Associates of New Canaan, where he is dedicated to helping each patient achieve the healthy, straight smiles they deserve.

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AAO Innovation & Transformation Fund Invests in Dental Start-Ups Synapse Dental and Bright Referral

Dental News and Technology

Driving Transformation and Innovation within orthodontics is one of three strategic plan goals of the AAO which is carried out through a number of strategies including investing in promising start-ups that are aligned with AAO’s mission, values, and clinical practice guidelines. For more information, visit aaoinfo.org. 

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The Inner Circle Acknowledges Thomas A. Paron, DDS, MS

Dentistry Today

Paron, DDS, MS, is acknowledged as a Most Trusted Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the field of orthodontics. The doctor capped his scholarship by earning an MS in orthodontics from the University of Detroit Mercy in 2021 and completed his board certification in orthodontics through the American Board of Orthodontists.

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Three-Dimensional Treatment Letter: Modernizing Communication

Dentistry Today

Research supports the theory that digital tools improve the interdisciplinary orthodontic treatment of adults. In addition to presenting the case to the dentist, it serves as a patient education tool and displays the importance of orthodontics to create improved predictability and stability for the restorative portion of the case.