Orthodontists ARE Dentists!

I just don’t understand our collective obsession and unwillingness to changes when it comes to a couple things: Why do people have to see a dentist every 6 months and why won’t orthodontists start...

Protecting the Public?

The last time organized dentistry and dental boards tried to “protect the public” they warned of the dangers of tooth whitening done outside the office of a licensed dentist. Of course there was n...

You Think SmileDirectClub Is Bad?

I know orthodontists generally hate SmileDirectClub but let me tell you what fully decentralized orthodontic treatment may look like in the future: Scenario #1 Imagine you want straighter teeth and so...

ORTHODONTIC SCHEDULE SCRIPTING = EASY DAYS!

By Bridget Burris Ben and I have learned this lesson over and over again: Nothing is more important in an orthodontic office than your schedule! Your orthodontic practice schedule creates your future,...

Do I Need Braces?

We get this from time to time from adults as well as parents who are eager to do the right thing for their children. Here is my stock answer for that question. “You don’t need braces. Heck...

I Love The Smell Of Fireworks In The Morning!

Patients are scared of the handpiece by and large. That’s just the way it is whether they admit it or not. In an effort to put their minds at ease I try to explain exactly what I’m doing a...