Clear Aligner from A-Z by Dr Kenneth Lew
Ancora Imparo Training Centre, KL Trillion, Jalan Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Presenters
Course Overview:
This three-day course offers an in-depth exploration of the transition from traditional fixed braces to the evolving field of clear aligners. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the biomechanics of clear aligners versus fixed braces, and learn practical applications for treating various malocclusions, from Class I to Class III, as well as complex cases such as open bite and deep bite.
Day 1:
Focus on foundational knowledge, including differences in biomechanics and strategies for treating Class I, Class II, and Class III malocclusions using clear aligners.
Day 2:
Explore advanced clear aligner protocols for specific conditions such as open bite and deep bite. Special emphasis on challenging cases like distalization, extractions of premolars, lower incisors and first molar extractions will be discussed.
Day 3:
Examine interdisciplinary treatments, combining clear aligners with restorative work, perio-ortho and orthognathic surgery cases. Additional focus will be on early orthodontic intervention and troubleshooting common challenges in clear aligner treatments using auxiliaries. Perfect for all dentists including orthodontists looking to deepen their expertise in clear aligner therapy.
Day 1 (19 March 2025)
- Chapter 1 – The Transition from Straightwire Appliance (fixed braces) to Clear Aligners. Future Directions in the Clear Aligner Space (Part 1 & 2)
- Chapter 2 – Fundamentals in Biomechanics of Fixed Braces and Clear Aligners – Why They Are So Different?
- Chapter 15 – Class 1 Treatment with Clear Aligners
- Chapter 16 – Anterior – Posterior Malocclusion (I): Class II Treatment with Clear Aligners
- Chapter 17 – Anterior – Posterior Malocclusion (II): Class III Treatment with Clear Aligners
Day 2 ( 20 March 2025)
- Chapter 18 – Open Bite Treatment with Clear Aligner
- Chapter 19 – Deep Bite Treatment with Clear Aligner
- Chapter 21 – Distalization with Clear Aligners
- Chapter 22 – Extraction of One Lower Incisor Protocol: Treatment with Clear Aligners
- Chapter 23 – Extraction of Premolars: Treatment with Clear Aligners
Day 3 (21 March 2025)
- Chapter 24 – Orthodontic - Restorative: Treatment with Clear Aligners
- Chapter 26 – Orthodontic - Orthognathic Surgery
- Chapter 27 – Early Orthodontic Treatment
- Chapter 29 – Trouble Shooting in Clear Aligner treatment: Treatment with Clear Aligners: Use of Auxiliaries