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Drawbacks of 3D-Printed Orthodontic Aligners & The Orthosnap Difference

3D printing has changed the dental industry indefinitely. Innovation by companies like Align Technologies has certainly set a precedent for clear aligner therapy. In fact, 3D-printed clear aligners are still used by major aligner companies, including Invisalign®, ClearCorrect®, and most recently, the Smile Direct Club®. As dental professionals, you already know there are limitations to …

Back-To-School Month: The Perfect Time to Start Clear Aligners for Teenagers

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The beginning of every school year is a time of fresh starts and new routines. On the other hand, it can be a hectic season when parents are more than excited to send their children back to school for another successful year. With so much to look forward to during the new school year, Orthosnap …

When You Should Use Digital Impression Scanners and When You Shouldn’t

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With constant evolutions in dental technology, it can be challenging to decide which inventions to try in your practice and which to pass. One hot-topic technology advancement is intraoral scanners (IOS), also known as digital impression scanners. Continue reading to understand when it’s appropriate to use a digital scanner and when it’s not. First: What …

Orthodontics vs Dentofacial Orthopedics

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There are twelve different dental specialties that are recognized by the National Commission. Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics is one of them. Though these two are categorized together, there are slight differences between the two. However, the goal is the same: to correct malocclusion and neuromuscular and skeletal abnormalities. In this blog, we go into depth …

What is IPR?

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Interproximal reduction has been around for decades. It is an important and fascinating technique often used in conjunction with clear aligner therapy for orthodontic treatment. This technique offers fast, effective, and pain-free treatment. IPR also helps with a variety of conditions and can be used for patients who are and are not in orthodontic treatment. …

What is a crossbite?

Here’s what you need to know about crossbite & how Orthosnap can help! Crossbite is when the teeth overlap one another and this condition can happen in the front (which is called anterior crossbite) or the back (which is called posterior crossbite). Crowding of the teeth on the top or bottom often accompanies crossbites. This …

Orthosnap Aligners vs. Braces

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When deciding which orthodontic treatment is right for your patient, several options are available on the market. Patients today can opt for traditional metal braces, clear braces, Invisalign®, and Orthosnap clear aligners, depending on what your clinic offers. Deciding which option is best for your patient requires considering several factors, including cost, duration of treatment, …

Everything You Need to Know About Translucent Teeth

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Among all the health issues your patients might bring up during an oral health exam, translucent teeth might be among them. Here’s how to explain what patients need to know about translucent teeth in patient-friendly language: Do your teeth look translucent? If the biting edges of your teeth are beginning to appear glass-like, it’s natural …

How Do Braces Work?

Before committing to orthodontic treatment, your patients might ask, “how do braces work?” In this article, we explain in-depth and in patient-friendly language how braces help move teeth: Even though starting orthodontic treatment might be one of the best decisions for your oral health, lifestyle, and confidence, the idea of tooth movement is a somewhat …

Why Dentists Should Offer Orthodontics in their Practices

Not everyone thinks of general dentists when they think of orthodontics, but that’s about to change. General dentists that offer orthodontics give their regular patients an excellent service because they already have an established relationship that helps them understand their health histories, unique personalities, and overall oral health goals. While patients need orthodontics for many …