Let's face it. Patients can come with many unexpected questions in the course of their dental treatment. As a general dentist, you are well informed as a multi disciplinary practitioner and rarely are caught off guard. Are you confident about your answers to orthodontic questions Gerety Orthodontic Seminars presents a complete and thorough comprehensive orthodontic training program that can give you the knowledge and information to not only answer the patient s questions, but to treat 85 of the malocclusion that you encounter in your practice. After completing our program you will have the confidence to discuss all the options with your patients and give them a choice in their treatment. You will be able to discuss all aspects of orthodontics and make suggestions based on the patient s concerns and desires. Here are some questions that we encounter on a daily basis. Patient: Can my teeth be straightened with the clear aligner trays Answer: In a lot of cases, the answer is yes. But, is that the best method of treatment We discuss at length with the patient the commitment needed for treatment using the clear aligners, the length of treatment, the initial cost of treatment as well as ...
In today s orthodontic climate, general dentists are providing a large percentage of orthodontic care for the patients in their practice. For general dentists, it is important to recognize malocclusion but more important is the understanding of what cases need the help of a specialist. By completing the Gerety Orthodontic Comprehensive Orthodontic course, you will learn orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning which will enable you to refer those cases that need the expertise of a specialist and give you the ability to treat the cases that do not. Adding orthodontic treatment to your general practice adds a new and exciting element of dentistry for your patients. Dentistry is forever changing and improving with new trends, techniques and innovations that make the addition of orthodontics easier than ever before. Our online comprehensive program incorporates the latest in technology and products along with the tried and true effectiveness of hands-on orthodontic continuing education, classroom lecture and interactive response. All general dentists want to provide the best treatment for their patients and being able to provide orthodontics in your office can set you apart from all other general dentist that do not offer orthodontics. Here are four reasons to encourage your enrollment in ...
One of the most frequently asked questions from parents is often about the space between their child s central incisors which is called a diastema. Occasionally, this spacing does not require orthodontic treatment but more often than not, orthodontic treatment is needed. There are many causes relating to this abnormal spacing. A mismatch between the size of the jaw bones and the size of the teeth can cause either extra space between teeth or crowding of teeth. If the teeth are too small for the jaw bone, spaces between the teeth will occur. If the teeth are too big for the jaw, teeth will be crowded. Spaces develop for a few other reasons as well. Sometimes some teeth are missing or undersized. This happens most often with the upper lateral incisors. That can cause the upper central incisors to develop a space. A diastema also can be caused by an oversized labial frenum. The labial frenum is tissue that normally extends from the inside of your upper lip to the gum just above your two upper front teeth. In some situations, the labial frenum continues to grow and passes between the two front teeth. If this happens, it blocks the ...
As General Dentists, we re often asked what it means when we say we provide comprehensive dental care for our patients. It s a great question and the answer involves more than just the dictionary. At Gerety Orthodontic Seminars, we consider Orthodontic Evaluation part of our comprehensive exam. Nothing in the human body exists or functions in isolation. In comprehensive dental care, we look at the mouth as more than teeth and gums. We include the soft tissues of the surrounding oral cavity and the muscles used for chewing and movement, evaluate for any oral facial habits or abnormalities, classify the dental occlusion, assess the esthetics of the smile and address the patient s chief complaint. Quite often, patients are surprised when a comprehensive exam reveals problems with their occlusion. Some patients come seeking advice for their malocclusion. Typically, there are clinical clues suggesting damage to the dentition and esthetics due to the malocclusion. Uneven wear patterns of the teeth, the way the teeth fit together and function for chewing and swallowing, abnormal lip competence and tongue position as well as irregular overbite and overjet indicate the patient could greatly benefit from Orthodontic Treatment. Gerety Orthodontic Seminars provides advanced training ...
We wish we could say that all of your orthodontic cases will go as you plan, but that is not always the case. The philosophy and techniques that are taught by Gerety Orthodontic Seminars are predictable and systematic; the human element of the patient comes into play. Patient compliance and cooperation if imperative for successful treatment; after all, the patient does have to show up for appointments. Over the years we have learned that the more we as dentists can perform procedures that are not reliant on the patient, the better the treatment outcome. Thus our reason for employing a fixed technique rather than appliances based on patient cooperation and compliance. We want you to plan for the worst and hope for the best out of the patient. From our experts at Gerety Orthodontic Seminars, here are five things that we recommend you do to reduce problems and surprises. Case Selection Criteria During your classroom sessions as well as the online programs, we provide strict criteria for you to follow to insure you do not begin cases that are outside your skill level. 80 of malocclusions fit into the criteria we provide. For the remaining 20 , we recommend you ...
Enrolling in Gerety Orthodontic Seminars continuing education programs is one of the smartest decisions you will make as a general dentist. In today s climate, a greater percentage of orthodontic care is provided by general and pediatric dentists than orthodontists. Being informed is extremely important for dentists like you who wish to keep up with changes in the industry. Every field of dentistry is changing and evolving as technological advances bring improved and essential elements to our mechanics and techniques. As such, dentists can find it hard to keep up with the latest developments in the industry without an effective orthodontic continuing education hands-on program, course, lectures and classes to keep you abreast of these changes. There are many reasons why dentists choose to incorporate orthodontic care into their existing practice and there are certainly many programs of continuing education to choose from. Here are just a few of the reasons we feel that Gerety Orthodontic Seminars should be your choice when you decide to learn orthodontics and begin your orthodontic career. Through our comprehensive orthodontic program, you can get the necessary information needed to diagnose any case in orthodontics, providing you the understanding and confidence to treat the cases ...
Now that you are registered with Gerety Orthodontic Seminars for the extended comprehensive orthodontic program, we have some suggestions for you. As you begin your orthodontic education, whether you are planning to attend the classroom program or have registered for our orthodontic online education, being prepared is the key to your success. Learning orthodontics is no different or any more difficult than any other aspect of dentistry. Just as you have a sequence for every procedure you perform in your office, we will help you to develop a sequence for performing orthodontics. At Gerety Orthodontic Seminars, we strive to make the entire experience of learning comprehensive orthodontic treatment easy, affordable and convenient. We realize that orthodontic continuing education, particularly orthodontic for general practitioners can be time consuming and presents a challenge for today s busy doctors. This is why we extend our learning options to both onsite classroom courses and virtual classroom learning online. Our onsite classes are in Tulsa, OK, and Nashville, TN. For our doctors who have travel restrictions, have a conflict with one or more of the dates for the extended program, or simply prefer to learn online, we can work with you to accommodate your needs. ...
Are you among the 80,000 plus dentists who are trained to provide Invisalign treatment If so, you are providing a very popular and viable method of orthodontic treatment for your patients. As an orthodontic provider, you understand that the Invisalign technique has some limitations and disadvantages and have also realized that not all patients are candidates for Invisalign treatment. If your orthodontic training is limited Invisalign or any of the removable clear aligner techniques, you are restricted in the ability to inform your patients. You have an obligation to inform and advise your patients about possible treatment alternatives so the patient can make an informed decision. When delivering orthodontic treatment in your office, you should have a clear understanding of comprehensive orthodontic treatment and should seek additional orthodontic training. Choosing to enroll in Gerety Orthodontic Seminars offers both classroom training and online programs for dentists like you who wish to increase your orthodontic knowledge and understanding of clinical techniques. With onsite training in Tulsa, OK and Nashville, TN our classrooms are convenient and available year round. You can also join us in our virtual classroom online. If traveling is not your thing or you have scheduling conflicts with family that ...
We wish we could say that all your orthodontic cases will go 100 as you planned, unfortunately, there is no guarantee when treating patients and the best laid plans can go awry. Since orthodontics consists of so many moving parts and unforeseeable factors, it is inevitable that things may not go as planned some of the time. The good news is there are many things you can do to prepare for the unexpected when things do go wrong. From the experts here at Gerety Orthodontic Seminars, we offer solutions to your problems and likely as not, most of our instructors will have personally experienced the same issues. Our own clinical experience coupled with over 40 years of reviewing thousands and thousands of cases enable us to offer advice from firsthand experience. Here are a few suggestions to prepare you for the unexpected challenges you may experience. 1.Enroll as a Monitor for Additional Orthodontic Training Once you complete our comprehensive orthodontic course, you have just begun to learn orthodontics. At Gerety Orthodontic Seminars, we make learning comprehensive orthodontic treatment easier, more convenient and affordable. We are committed to your success and offer you the second year of training at no additional ...
When delivering orthodontic treatment, especially your first full band and bracket placement, we understand your anxieties about this initial step of treatment. However, we are here to help and reduce your stress, no worries; at Gerety Orthodontic Seminars, we have outlined some tips that can prevent some of the most common mistakes and make this first appointment as stress-free as possible for both you and the patient. Before your patient arrives: 1. Prepare Your Workstation As with any dental procedure, your setup and preparation is the most important element of the procedure. A normal tray set up for band and bracket placement will include: mouth mirror, bracket placement tweezers, operative or cotton pliers, Boone gauge, explorer, mechanical lead pencil, perio probe or Bracketizer instrument, spatula, small and large Mathieu, schure band seater and band biter. Peripheral materials will include: flour of pumice and prophy angle, check retractors, tongue away bite block, suction tubing, etchant and cotton rolls, direct bond brackets with safe-t-tray, molar bands, bonding adhesive paste and liquid booster, curing light, fluoridated glass ionomer cement and mixing pad. Using the safe-t-tray will allow you to place your brackets in their specified spot and position them in the orientation and ...
