orthodontics In summary

“The reality is none of us use light continuous forces.” “Friction is awesome. Friction is great, we would be miserable if there was no friction… (with) uncontrolled movement everywhere” “Segmented arch mechanics are very tough to gain three-dimensional control over the tooth.” “ ...  Show more

MISMARPE / DOME what is it? Join me for a look at maxillary expansion combining both surgery with miniscrews. Seemingly opposite ideas have been brought together to offer potentially greater versatility in expansion, with less surgical complexity andcomplications. MISMARPE – mini ...  Show more

Direct To Print Aligners,Will It Change Clear Aligner Therapy? 8 MINUTE SUMMARY In this episode, I review direct-to-print alignersand how the material offers potential biomechanical advantages through itsmaterial properties when compared with conventional thermoplastic aligners. ...  Show more

Has MARPE Found Its Place? Join me for our first podcast of 2026 looking at Miniscrew AssistedExpansion, and where this treatment modality currently stands in clinicalpractice. With discussions of different designs (MSE Vs MARPE), rapid andslow activation protocols, orthopaedic e ...  Show more

Reflections on 20 years in Orthodontics | Orthodontics In Interview | BJÖRN LUDWIG“We focused so much ontechnology that maybe we neglected diagnostics.” “Anecdotal is inspiring,but we need evidence for the average orthodontist.” “If we don’t protectacademic journals, orthodontic ...  Show more