Orthodontic treatment with clear aligners: clinical protocols to optimize treatment outcome

Description

Advances in appliance design, mechanics, and improvements in the precision and efficiency of tooth movements have transformed the field of orthodontics over the last few years. With the current focus on aesthetic and comfortable treatment options, orthodontic treatment with clear aligners has gained immense popularity over the last decade. This treatment modality is an aesthetic and comfortable option to conventional fixed appliance therapy. With rapid technological advances in aligner materials and production techniques, clear aligners are now being used to resolve even complex clinical situations. This clinical presentation will highlight the key features of clear aligner treatment that have a direct impact on clinical efficiency and outcome. It deals with the scope, limitations, efficiency, and stability of treatment results achieved with this treatment approach.

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Presenters

1. Dr. Ashok Karad
   Dr. Ashok Karad is a board-certified orthodontist, Director of Smile Care, and maintains an exclusive orthodontic practice in Mumbai for the last 30 years. He is a Past-Chairman of the Indian Board of Orthodontics and Former Editor-in-Chief of "The Journal of Indian Orthodontic Society". He has been actively involved in clinical research, continuing education, and publications. A clinician par excellence, he has many award-winning scientific presentations to his credit and is also a recipient of 'the IOS Award for 'Clinical Innovations'. Dr. Karad has authored two editions of the book titled "Clinical Orthodontics: Current Concepts, goals, and Mechanics", published several articles in peer-reviewed journals, and contributed many book chapters. He has been a keynote speaker, has delivered orations at many National and International Conferences in more than 20 countries, and maintains a busy international lecture schedule.