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Dental Digest Podcast with Dr. Melissa Seibert

231. Vince Kokich Jr, DDS - Rethinking Orthodontics

Jul 24, 2024
Dr. Vince Kokich Jr, an orthodontist, discusses tissue phenotype impact on tooth movement, surgical orthodontic interventions, TADS benefits over implants, and the importance of collaboration in orthodontic cases. Emphasizes tailored treatment planning, historical shifts in orthodontic approaches, and staying within one's expertise in dentistry.
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Quick takeaways

  • Building good relationships with periodontists is crucial for cases where tissue phenotype affects tooth movement.
  • Intruding teeth with clear aligners, especially for wear cases, remains challenging despite advancements.

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Predicting Tooth Movement with Tissue Phenotype

The speaker discusses the significance of tissue phenotype in influencing tooth movement and treatment planning, emphasizing the importance of having a good relationship with a periodontist for cases where thin phenotype might affect tooth movement. Collaboration with a periodontist for bone augmentation and soft tissue grafting can provide more flexibility in treatment options.

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