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How we treat malocclusion in children during the mixed dentition phase (when both baby and adult teeth are present) affects more than just their bite. It can shape their self-esteem and long-term health. Estimates suggest that up to 70% of children have some form of malocclusion, making early intervention critical.

There are two main treatment paths: extract bicuspids to create space or develop the dental arches using functional appliances. Most parents and children prefer the second option—no extractions, broader arches, and a natural, full smile.

Crooked teeth can make children self-conscious. They may avoid smiling, which not only affects their confidence but also how others perceive them. A child who doesn’t smile may be seen as unfriendly, which can have lasting social consequences.

Take, for example, a child with prominent “buck teeth.” These children are often teased and may become withdrawn. A common treatment involves using a jaw-repositioning appliance, such as a Twin Block, to guide the lower jaw forward and correct the imbalance.

Early, thoughtful orthodontic care isn’t just cosmetic—it’s a crucial investment in a child’s emotional and physical well-being.

This webinar is designed to give dental professionals a fast, practical framework for choosing the right patients for clear aligner treatment.

Core Case Selection Principles—focusing on patient compliance, oral health status, and the types of malocclusions that respond best to aligners, such as mild crowding, spacing, and Class I cases. It also highlights when not to treat with aligners, like in cases with skeletal discrepancies or complex tooth movements.

Diagnostics and Workflow. Attendees will learn what records to gather (e.g., intraoral photos, scans, bite analysis), and how to align patient expectations with clinical realities.

Real-world Case Examples will demonstrate what to look for and how the case progressed to final finish.

A practical overview of functional oral appliances and their role in modern orthodontics understanding what functional appliances are, how they work, when to use them, and how to integrate them effectively into clinical practice and explaining how they differ from traditional braces, and common misconceptions that often lead to underuse or misuse.

The clinical applications will discuss the most common indications, such as Class II malocclusions, mandibular advancement, and interceptive treatment in growing patients and highlight ideal patient profiles, compliance considerations, and criteria for selecting the right cases. Participants will get a concise overview of key appliance types, including the Twin Block, Sagittal, Schwarz, fixed expanders and the new AMCOP with insights into how each functions and when it’s most appropriate.

Implementation strategies for educating patients and parents, managing compliance and best practices for monitoring and adjusting appliances.

This webinar will focus on mastering 1st order bends in case finishing—an essential skill for ensuring precision, fit, and function in orthodontic appliance setup.

Breaking down the process step-by-step, covering how to identify when a 1st order bend is necessary, techniques for making consistent in-out adjustments, up-down adjustments, rotations, and tip bends, and how to avoid common errors like overcorrection or wire fatigue. You’ll see live demonstrations using .020 SS wires. Participants are encouraged to have bird beak pliers on hand as well as a few .020 archwires to participate. Dr. Lowry will do his best to guide participants in making the correct bends.

Practical tricks for working around brackets, checking symmetry, and making quick chairside tweaks will help get your case finishing skills honed. Whether you’re just starting out or want to sharpen your skills, this session will give you clear, real-world guidance you can apply right away.

In this webinar, we’ll explore how the 80/20 Principle—also known as the Pareto Principle—can transform the way dentists manage their practices.

The core idea is simple: 80% of your results come from 20% of your efforts. Applied strategically, this principle helps dentists focus on what actually moves the needle. We’ll break down how to identify the 20% of patients, procedures, staff activities, and marketing tactics that generate the most revenue, efficiency, and satisfaction.

You’ll learn how to cut distractions, delegate the low-value tasks, and prioritize high-impact actions that lead to better patient care and a more profitable, less stressful practice. We’ll also cover common pitfalls dentists face—like overcommitting, micromanaging, or spreading energy too thin—and how applying the 80/20 mindset can help avoid them.

By the end of this session, you’ll walk away with a practical framework and real examples you can use to simplify your operations, improve decision-making, and grow your practice by doing less, but doing it smarter.