What should we do if a new patient shows up and wants to repair a fixed retainer or to make a new one? Problems with…
Do we always need to correct edge-edge bite?
Sometimes, edge-edge bite can be improve without any treatment. This 8-year old boy was the case. His edge-edge bite was corrected on its own.
How to prevent orthodontic wire from poking
Wire poking is one of the biggest reason why patients visit orthodontic clinic in emergency. It can be painful to patients and sometimes the wire…
Better alternatives to bite turbo
What is bite turbos in orthodontics? Bite turbos are attachment on the occlusal surface of upper or lower posteriors. They may be made out of…
How to Replace 2nd molar with wisdom tooth
When 2nd molar has huge caries or is unrestorable, wisdom tooth can replace the damaged 2nd molar. Even if it is impacted .This case illustrate…
How to avoid side effects of Invisalign extraction case
Are you starting an extraction case with Invisalign? You will be faced with many challenges during the treatment. I was there. before. I was sweating…
When Carriere Motion appliance spell the magic
A couple of weeks ago, my friend sent me pictures of his patient over the Kakao talk(Korea’s popular messenger app). He asked me if that…
7 principles to be a good orthodontic practitioner
Principle 1. Build blue-print of treatment outcome with virtual tooth setup for every patient Let’s stop doing reactive orthodontics. Instead, perform proactive orthodontics. This may…
I can’t sleep after tightening my braces?
Why tooth hurts after braces? The reason for toothache right after tightening braces is because of it was tightened too much. (The archwire was too…
Orthodontic plier guide for beginners
When I started my orthodontic residency at St.Louis University, I received a list of pliers that I need to bring before the program starts. I…