Vol. 2, No. 2: June 2009 Notes from the Editor:
Dear Colleagues,
Scientific breakthroughs continue to improve diagnosis and treatment when applied appropriately. This issue of NewsWire will look at some recently introduced technologies and challenge your perspective. Please respond to the article from Dr. Harrell that explores CBCT 3D technology.
The next PCSO Annual Session in Phoenix is loaded with information that is very pertinent to these challenging economic times. Please download a copy of the program and plan to attend! See Executive Director Jill Nowak's article below.
Pramod K. Sinha, DDS, BDS, MS, PCSO Internet Communication Editor
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Should we use 3D imaging for “routine orthodontic cases”?
William E. Harrell, Jr., DMD
3D imaging, at first, seems to be needed only for “complicated cases” such as those that may require orthognathic or reconstructive surgery, cleft palate surgery, impacted teeth (especially canines), TADS, implants, or in a case that the orthodontist might consider “difficult” or “complicated” and in need of “further information.”
Dr. Bill Harrell evaluates this thought-provoking decision and illustrates his point in a two-part article. . . Read More >
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Management of eruption disturbances in children
(a two-part review)
Radhika Chigurupati, DMD
Eruption disturbances in children can vary from ectopic eruption to impaction and require timely orthodontic and surgical management.
Dr. Radhika presents an interesting two-part clinical review with examples of some cases illustrating the surgical management of eruption disturbances commonly encountered by orthodontists. . . Read More>
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TAD selection and placement
Michael P. Chaffee, DDS, MS
Over the last several years, the use of temporary anchorage devices has grown exponentially. Today there is a myriad of choices of brands of microscrew implants. Dr. Chafee has personally been involved with the placement and use of TADs for several years. He shares his knowledge to give us an overview of our TAD selection, placement techniques, and placement locations. . . Read More>
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Important Announcement:
PCSO Annual Session in Phoenix, AZ,
Oct. 22-25, 2009
Jill Nowak, PCSO Executive Director
With Early Bird registration discounts extended until July 17th, now is the time to register for the upcoming PCSO Annual Session. We’ll be in the heart of downtown Phoenix Arizona in the recently renovated convention center. . .Read more>
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***The scientific merit of the published articles depicts the opinions of the contributing authors and does not represent the views of the PCSO board, committees or PCSO staff.***
