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...
Impediments to Changing from Analog to Digital
It’s been an interesting week. We’ve just finished our book, Straighter: The Rules of Orthodontics and sent it to the printer, we’ve set a date for our first in person implementation...
The Future’s So Bright, I Gotta Wear Shades
There’s been some confusion about our predictions of 3000 dollar fees being the future of orthodontics and many see this as doom and gloom. Nothing could be further from the truth! Someho...
Q & A With the Largest SmileDirectClub Facebook Group
I was asked by the admin of the largest SmileDirectClub users’ group on Facebook if I’d take questions from SDC patients and potential patients. Of course I was happy to oblige. Below is t...
I’m Dumb – Don’t Be Like Me
The history of my dental career reads like a parable of a fool… a blind idiot wandering the wilderness getting taken advantage of at every turn by those smarter, faster, more experienced and les...
Research Claims Solution to Maxillary Bonded Retainer Issues
I just got back from San Diego and wanted to share something that I think is going to be very popular among orthodontists who are serious about delivering quality care and doing things the right way. ...
Burris to Donate MKS Ownership to Smile For A Lifetime
It’s time. The MKS Forum has grown into one of the largest orthodontic meetings in the country in just two short years. The speakers/content are unparalleled, the atmosphere welcoming, the cama...
Conversation with Joe Orthodontist about Invisalign & SDC
I’ve had an ongoing FB messenger conversation with an orthodontist I don’t know other than through FB for the last couple weeks (I’ll call them Dr. Doctor). I don’t usually d...
The Future Is All Around Us
The Internet is an amazing place to spend time. I love watching the interactions and the massive amount of information exchange that takes place every minute of every day. I don’t think many ort...
Don’t Be Constrained by the Chief Complaint
In orthodontics, the chief complaint is sacrosanct. Or at least we talk about it like it is. The reality is that better is better and most patients will be well satisfied with a better-looking smile e...
Are All Academics PRO-Extraction?
It sure seems like it though I know there are notable exceptions. I’m talking about full time academics here of course – the ones at the residency programs day in, day out. The ones who re...- 2 of 3
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