Orthotown Magazine - July/August 2024

Articles
Townie Treatment Case: Non-Extraction Treatment Plan Dr. Zvi Kennet shares a patient case that illustrates his practice philosophy, which eschews rapid palatal expanders, headgear or facemasks and opts instead for a variety of smart devices that can be combined to address each patient’s unique situation—and in almost all cases without bicuspid extractions.
by Dr. Zvi Kennet
Dr. Zvi Kennet shares a patient case that illustrates his practice philosophy, which eschews rapid palatal expanders, headgear or facemasks and opts instead for a variety of smart devices that can be combined to address each patient’s unique situation—and in almost all cases without bicuspid extractions.
Iatrogenic Challenges Dr. Adith Venugopal and Dr. Can-Florian Keles discuss iatrogenic failures and clinical tips on how to correct them, sharing a couple of cases about their own experiences in this topic.
by Dr. Adith Venugopal and Dr. Can-Florian Keles
Dr. Adith Venugopal and Dr. Can-Florian Keles discuss iatrogenic failures and clinical tips on how to correct them, sharing a couple of cases about their own experiences in this topic.
Resetting the Clock Practice management consultants Ken and Ryan Alexander share their 10 major keys to doctor time scheduling to help revamp overloaded schedules and systems.
by Ken Alexander and Ryan Alexander
Practice management consultants Ken and Ryan Alexander share their 10 major keys to doctor time scheduling to help revamp overloaded schedules and systems.
Making a Fresh Start  Dr. Blair Feldman discusses the most important elements to keep in mind as you create a retainer replacement program for your practice.
by Dr. Blair Feldman
Dr. Blair Feldman discusses the most important elements to keep in mind as you create a retainer replacement program for your practice.
Cast Your 2024 TCA Ballot! It’s time to complete your ballot for the 2024 orthodontic Townie Choice Awards! Check out our special section that highlights some of the products and services you’ll see on this year’s ballot. Plus, discover the prizes you could win for completing your
ballot, including $1,000 and the chance to be featured in our January/February cover story.
It’s time to complete your ballot for the 2024 orthodontic Townie Choice Awards! Check out our special section that highlights some of the products and services you’ll see on this year’s ballot. Plus, discover the prizes you could win for completing your ballot, including $1,000 and the chance to be featured in our January/February cover story.
Columns
A Voice in the Area: Maxillary Central Incisor Labial Surface Shape Editorial director Dr. Chad Foster shares a case study that illustrates the importance of the aesthetics of the maxillary anterior teeth.
by Dr. Chad Foster
Editorial director Dr. Chad Foster shares a case study that illustrates the importance of the aesthetics of the maxillary anterior teeth.
Departments
by Sam Mittelsteadt
A spotlight on some of the people who helped make this month's Orthotown possible
3 Questions With Dr. Adith Venugopal Dr. Adith Venugopal, who joined the Orthotown editorial advisory board in 2022 has shared some interesting case studies over the past few years including one in this issue.
by Sam Mittelsteadt
Dr. Adith Venugopal, who joined the Orthotown editorial advisory board in 2022 has shared some interesting case studies over the past few years including one in this issue.
Industry News Take a look at some of the latest happenings in the orthodontic industry.
Take a look at some of the latest happenings in the orthodontic industry.
New Products Take a look at some of the newest products hitting the orthodontic market.
Take a look at some of the newest products hitting the orthodontic market.
Poll: HR and Staffing Orthotown’s monthly poll helps see how other practices operate. This month Townies weigh in on HR and staffing.
Orthotown’s monthly poll helps see how other practices operate. This month Townies weigh in on HR and staffing.
Message Boards
Braces for a New Hire Townies talk about in-house policies for providing orthodontic treatment to employees
Townies talk about in-house policies for providing orthodontic treatment to employees
Weird Office Shape, a Hexagon— Yea or Nay?  A unique office design makes for an interesting discussion on utilizing space
A unique office design makes for an interesting discussion on utilizing space

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