Balancing Evidence and Experience in Every Day Orthodontics

Join the San Diego Academy of Orthodontists as Dr. Graham Jones speaks about the power of balancing evidence and experience in everyday orthodontics.

Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

Breakfast & Lunch provided

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As orthodontists, we walk the line between evidence-based and clinically-relevant treatment
decisions. Our practices rely on practical treatment methods that work. But as specialists we have a
responsibility to apply scientific evidence in the appliances and approaches we use. This presentation
discusses Class II correction and simple treatment mechanics through the lens of current scientific
evidence and provides clinically applicable examples for everyday practice. Since Dr. Jones is a user of
self-ligating brackets, some of the presentation will discuss the benefits of self-ligating brackets, but the
dialogue will be beneficial to users of all bracket systems. Some favorite clinical pearls and products will
be demonstrated throughout the presentations. The goal is that you’ll walk away with more tools in your
toolbox, the confidence to use them, and some evidence to back up your treatment decisions.

Topics:
Clinical applications of simple mechanics in a variety of clinical situations
-Tips for success in challenging clinical situations: rotations and blocked-out teeth
-Tips for success in extraction cases with anchorage needs
-Some helpful applications for self-ligating brackets
-Torque considerations when choosing a prescription in general and for individual teeth

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Speaker Background

Dr. Jones graduated Magna Cum Laude from Simpson University in Redding, California with Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies. He then completed his DDS at University of California, San Francisco, followed by his Masters of Science in Dentistry and Orthodontics Certificate at St. Louis University in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Jones has been heavily involved in the realm of scientific research, making innovative research presentations in the fields of laser dentistry, advanced imaging, and appliances. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) and has served as a board member and President of the Washington State Society of Orthodontists. Dr. Jones runs a private practice in Monroe, Washington.

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