Entry level course specifically designed for dentists who have little to no experience with clear aligner therapy. Upon finishing this course, you will be able to prescribe and complete simple to moderate cases and implement an efficient and effective clinical workflow utilizing SmileStyler. SmileStyler is Australian based where design, manufacturing and support is provided locally. SmileStyler is a clear aligner system for facial aesthetics and merges restorative work with clear aligner therapy.

This course will cover the following:

• Introduction to the philosophy of aesthetic orthodontics
• How to approach treatment planning from a facial perspective in a structured, standardized and reproducible way
• Diagnosis of dental malocclusions
• Methodical approach of categorizing cases into Simple, Advanced, Complex (SAC protocol)
• Review of basic principles of tooth movement
• Introduction to clear aligner therapy through a brief history of tooth movement appliances
• Learn the different types and shapes of attachments and how the shape impacts the proposed movement
• Understand different materials that could be used in attachments and benefits of each
• Knowledge of different burs and materials that aids in safe and efficient attachment removal
• Discuss indication and contraindications of interproximal reduction (IPR)
• Understand different instruments that could be used for IPR and benefits of each.
• Post treatment retention protocols