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Kyle Patton, Associate Editor

Office Visit: Dr. Drew Ferris This Townie, who has two practices on the central California coast, travels around the world, educating orthodontists about clear aligners as a master faculty member. We visit his new Santa Barbara office, learn why he was the first in the U.S. to adopt a 5D scanner into this practice, how new technologies have simplified his workflows, and what tips he has for making clear aligner therapies run smoothly in any office.
Office Visit: Dr. Drew Ferris
by Kyle Patton, associate editor
This Townie, who has two practices on the central California coast, travels around the world, educating orthodontists about clear aligners as a master faculty member. We visit his new Santa Barbara office, learn why he was the first in the U.S. to adopt a 5D scanner into this practice, how new technologies have simplified his workflows, and what tips he has for making clear aligner therapies run smoothly in any office.
March 2021
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Office Visit: Dr. Howard Chu Dr. Howard Chu and his wife, a pediatric dentist, recently built a new 2,600-square-foot partner practice in the Los Angeles area from the ground up. In our Q&A, the Harvard Dental School graduate discusses everything from ADA codes and asbestos abatement to COVID-19 protocols and why he thinks clear aligner therapy is the most exciting form of orthodontic treatment today.
Office Visit: Dr. Howard Chu
by Kyle Patton, associate editor
Dr. Howard Chu and his wife, a pediatric dentist, recently built a new 2,600-square-foot partner practice in the Los Angeles area from the ground up. In our Q&A, the Harvard Dental School graduate discusses everything from ADA codes and asbestos abatement to COVID-19 protocols and why he thinks clear aligner therapy is the most exciting form of orthodontic treatment today.
September 2020
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Office Visit: Dr. Ryan Pulfer
by Kyle Patton
This Townie lets us take a spin through his beautiful practice in Bozeman, Montana. Check out the office, hear about his treatment philosophy, and discover the products and services he wouldn’t practice without.
April 2018
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Too Cool for a School! Marc Fraga, managing director at the Georgia School of Orthodontics, discusses the school’s second Atlanta-area location, which combines a practice with classroom and office space, and explains some of the design principles that also apply to private practices.
Too Cool for a School!
by Kyle Patton, associate editor, Orthotown magazine
Marc Fraga, managing director at the Georgia School of Orthodontics, discusses the school’s second Atlanta-area location, which combines a practice with classroom and office space, and explains some of the design principles that also apply to private practices.
December 2018
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Office Visit: Dr. Zulma R. Castañeda-Medina This American Board of Orthodontics-certified orthodontist opened her own practice in Cooper City, Florida. Discover more about her practice philosophy and the products and services this second-generation dental professional considers essentials.
Office Visit: Dr. Zulma R. Castañeda-Medina
by Kyle Patton, associate editor, Orthotown magazine
This American Board of Orthodontics-certified orthodontist opened her own practice in Cooper City, Florida. Discover more about her practice philosophy and the products and services this second-generation dental professional considers essentials.
April 2019
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Office Visit: Dr. Barry Glaser We visit a Townie who’s incorporated digital technology into his practice whenever possible—from treating patients to monitoring their progress and even persuading them toward case acceptance.
Office Visit: Dr. Barry Glaser
by Kyle Patton, associate editor
We visit a Townie who’s incorporated digital technology into his practice whenever possible—from treating patients to monitoring their progress and even persuading them toward case acceptance.
November 2019
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Corporate Profile: From Old Standards to Gold Standards OrthoFi’s president and CEO, Dave Ternan, and Dr. Jamie Reynolds, a diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, share some finance tips to help rethink how you do business.
Corporate Profile: From Old Standards to Gold Standards
by Kyle Patton, associate editor, Orthotown magazine
OrthoFi’s president and CEO, Dave Ternan, and Dr. Jamie Reynolds, a diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, share some finance tips to help rethink how you do business.
March 2017
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Office Visit: 2016 TCA Cover Star
by Kyle Patton, associate editor, Orthotown magazine
2016 TCA Cover Star: Dr. Michael Fesler
Jan/Feb 2017
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Office Visit: Netherland Doc Combines European, American Treatments Take a trip to the Netherlands and meet Dr. Guido Sampermans, owner of Professionals in Pretty Mouths.
Office Visit: Netherland Doc Combines European, American Treatments
by Kyle Patton, Associate Editor
Take a trip to the Netherlands and meet Dr. Guido Sampermans, owner of Professionals in Pretty Mouths.
April 2016
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Office Visit: Cali Orthodontist an Engineer of New Smiles Come visit the practice of Dr. Brett Garrett, our Townie Choice Award $1,000 winner! Find out how Dr. Garrett keeps his patients smiling in the “Happiest City in America.”
Office Visit: Cali Orthodontist an Engineer of New Smiles
by Kyle Patton, Associate Editor
Come visit the practice of Dr. Brett Garrett, our Townie Choice Award $1,000 winner! Find out how Dr. Garrett keeps his patients smiling in the “Happiest City in America.”
January/February 2016
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GORP Review 2015
by Kyle Patton, Associate Editor
Orthotown Magazine Associate Editor Kyle Patton gives the rundown of this year’s Graduate Orthodontic Resident Program.
September 2015
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Office Visit: A Leader Inside And Outside the Practice
by Kyle Patton, Associate editor
Meet Dr. Massimo Verduci, a New Jersey orthodontist specializing in early orthodontic treatment, who enjoys giving back to this community.
May 2015
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Office Visit: What's Up, Doc?
by Kyle Patton, associate editor, Orthotown magazine
Take an exclusive tour inside the practice of an Orthotown editorial member who’s one of the most prolific posters on our message boards. Dr. David Harnick of Albuquerque discusses his practice philosophy, including the products and services he considers essential to his practice.
July/August 2017
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Office Visit: All Aboard!
by Kyle Patton, associate editor, Orthotown magazine
Brooklyn-based Townie Dr. Eli Halabi has been obsessed with trains for years, and his practice shows it. Go on a tour of the orthodontist’s office and discover more about his treatment philosophy, as well as the excitement and challenges of working in a such a richly multicultural environment.
September 2017
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The Direct Mail Pros of OrthodonticMarketing.net
by Kyle Patton, Associate editor
April 2015
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Dolphin: Locking in Success with Unmatched Customer Service
by Kyle Patton, Associate editor
Orthotown Magazine speaks with Michael Zazucki, technical support manager for Dolphin Imaging & Management Solutions, about the company and its commitment to the orthodontic community.
March 2015
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