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case presentation // feature continued from page 38 eliminated, which aided in reduction of the TM joint discomfort. The patient also reported she "no longer is taking six or more Motrin tablets every day," and her "ability to chew, eat and enjoy food is dramatically improved." Obvious aesthetic improvement is apparent and overall self-confidence elevated. Conclusion The key to this case was determining the right treatment plan and its proper execution. Incremental elastic increases were critical for aggressive elastic therapy success. Not every patient would be able to commit to the same level; therefore the doctor must be aware that mutual frustration, by both doctor and patient, is a very real possibility in a case like this. It must also be emphasized that retention is key for long-term success. Not only is compliance critical during the course of the active orthodontic phase, the commitment and motivation must continue far after the case is complete to allow sustained results. It is suggested that cases such as this are never deleted from a doctor's patient database and are followed on an annual basis. The unique design of the Damon passive self-ligating bracket - the systematic protocol and mechanics for correction of severe skeletal malocclusions - and the contribution of the Damon Clear brackets made the Damon System the ideal modality to treat this case. In the end, this case was treated without surgery, but rather with logical mechanics, high-technology appliances and devout patient compliance. ■ Would you like to read more articles like this one? Visit Orthotown.com/magazine.aspx. Read. Learn. Comment. Enjoy! Author's Bio Dr. Alan Bagden is a seasoned orthodontist practicing in Springfield, Virginia, and is a frequent speaker at industry meetings worldwide, having presented on every continent of the world, except Antarctica. He enjoys dissecting the mechanics of complicated cases and producing transforming results for his patients. Dr. Bagden has been a driving force behind the development of Ormco's Damon System and Insignia Advanced Smile Design. Dr. Bagden graduated from Lafayette College and then attended the prestigious University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, earning his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree. After fulfilling a service obligation as a dentist with the United States Public Health Service he applied to and was accepted into the orthodontic residency at the University of Maryland. Following orthodontic certification he joined Dr. William Wallert in practice and the two pioneered and implemented many efficient practice management techniques. Dr. Bagden is board certified by the American Board of Orthodontics. He has served as president of the Virginia Association of Orthodontists and the Northern Virginia Dental Society. He is a member of the Pierre Fauchard Honorary Dental Society and the American College of Dentists in recognition of his contribution to the orthodontic profession. An avid runner, Dr. Bagden has qualified for and competed in the Boston Marathon as well as many other selective long-distance races. Ad Index Our advertisers make it possible for us to bring Orthotown to you free of charge. Almost all of the advertisers provide telephone numbers in their advertisements for your convenience and fast response. Our advertisers want to hear from you. PAGE # ADVERTISER IBC 009 013 039 023 005 40 PAGE # ADVERTISER IFC 003 007 011 015 BC Boyd Industries G&H Orthodontics Imaging Sciences International MotionView New Horizons Orchestrate NOVEMBER 2013 // orthotown.com Ormco Corporation Ortho2 OrthoAccel Technologies, Inc. OrthoSelect, Inc. OrthoSynetics, Inc. Planmeca, Inc. http://www.Orthotown.com/magazine.aspx http://www.orthotown.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Orthotown November 2013

Orthotown.com Highlights
Wired for Success: Building Your Dream
New Members’ Thoughts on SL Brackets
Help! Any Good Resources Out There for Office Start-ups?
New Office Design – Thoughts?
Seven SEO Strategies to Accelerate New Patient Acquisition
Office Visit: To Serve Others
You Should Know: Boyd Industries
Product Profile: DEXIS
Implementing Strategy in Orthodontic Practice
Addressing the Issue of Compliance – Treating Severe TM Joint Pain Without Surgery
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