Orthotown Magazine - June 2011

Articles
Carolyn Friedman
There are many different reasons a patient might opt not to have treatment – accessibility, office presence, information or finances. Carolyn Friedman explains how to eliminate doubts and provide options for patients.
Edwina Wood
What to keep and what to cut. Edwina Wood offers a list of ways to control office overhead.
Dr. Thomas Pitts
Dr. Thomas Pitts talks about some of the new developments in orthodontic treatment technology and how they benefit both the patient and practitioner.
Orhan C. Tuncay, DMD, FCPP
Dr. Orhan Tuncay discusses the looming threat of educator shortage in orthodontics.
In This Issue
Wm. Randol Womack, DDS, Board Certified Orthodontist, Editorial Director, Orthotown Magazine
Reflections on AAO, CBCT
If you would like to submit a new product for consideration to appear in this section, please send your press releases to Assistant Editor Marie Leland at marie@farranmedia.com. All material is subject to editing and space availability.
AAO Chicago 2011 Recap
Sebastian Baumgaertel, DMD, MSD, FRCD(C)
On Mini-screws
Message Boards
Whenever treatment is not completed, there is a discussion of fees to be refunded. What formula should you use?
Codes and billing and insurance, oh my! Here is a down-to-earth discussion on charging for services.
Townie Clinicals
Treat now or wait? Read and decide.
When surgery isn't an option, the case is up for debate.

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