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We asked our Aligner+ Instructor and Consultant, Dr. Collins Harrell, to identify the most common issues that arise from improper diagnosis and treatment planning of aligner cases, and this is what he said: [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/aligner-myths-how-to-avoid-future-misdiagnosis) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/aligner-myths-how-to-avoid-future-misdiagnosis#comments-listing) Topics: [Orthodontic Tips](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontic-tips), [Clear Aligners](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/clear-aligners), [Orthodontics](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontics), [Progressive Orthodontic Seminars](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/progressive-orthodontic-seminars), [Aligners](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/aligners), [Mentoring](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/mentoring), [Consulting](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/consulting) ## [How to Send Quick Check Records to an Instructor via SmileStream](https://blog.smilestream.com/blog/how-to-send-quick-check-records-to-an-instructor-via-smilestream) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 6/2/21 5:10 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/1622221627525blob.jpg) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/blog/how-to-send-quick-check-records-to-an-instructor-via-smilestream) Wondering if your case is appropriate to start at your current skill level? Ask an instructor.   Use POS' most valuable resource the [free Case Quick Check](https://blog.smilestream.com/blog/have-you-used-pos-most-valuable-free-resource). Sending your quick check records to instructors is easy. Watch this video tutorial or follow these steps to send records to an instructor. [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/blog/how-to-send-quick-check-records-to-an-instructor-via-smilestream) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/blog/how-to-send-quick-check-records-to-an-instructor-via-smilestream#comments-listing) Topics: [My First Ortho Patient](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/my-first-ortho-patient), [SmileStream](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/smilestream), [Tips for Success](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/tips-for-success), [Current POS Students](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/current-pos-students), [New POS Students](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/new-pos-students), [Video](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/video), [Consulting](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/consulting), [Orthodontic Education](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontic-education) ## [Top Tips for Orthodontic Cash Flow](https://blog.smilestream.com/top-tips-for-orthodontic-cash-flow) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 5/27/21 12:27 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/eBlast-compendium-0121/DoctorTreatingPatient.gif) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/top-tips-for-orthodontic-cash-flow) Dr. David Dana has been practicing orthodontics now for almost 3 decades! As Progressive Orthodontic Seminar's Education Director, he knows just how special orthodontics is for his practice and his patients. Learning orthodontics isn't just beneficial to you, but to your whole practice and all of your patients. The video below will give you the highlights of what learning orthodontics can do for you.  [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/top-tips-for-orthodontic-cash-flow) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/top-tips-for-orthodontic-cash-flow#comments-listing) Topics: [Orthodontic News](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontic-news), [POS Instructor Tips](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/pos-instructor-tips), [POS Family](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/pos-family), [Tips for Success](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/tips-for-success), [New POS Students](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/new-pos-students), [Orthodontics](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontics), [Progressive Orthodontic Seminars](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/progressive-orthodontic-seminars) ## [5 Reasons Why More Dentists are Eager to Provide Orthodontics During a Global Pandemic.](https://blog.smilestream.com/5-reasons-why-more-dentists-are-providing-orthodontics-in-the-post-pandemic-economy) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 4/28/21 9:28 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/5%20Reasons%20Why%20More%20Dentists%20are%20Providing%20Orthodontics%20Post-Pandemic%20Economy.jpg) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/5-reasons-why-more-dentists-are-providing-orthodontics-in-the-post-pandemic-economy) ****** ***We are publishing articles in a new series called [“Dentistry in the time of COVID-19”](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/dentistry-during-covid-19), addressing how dentistry and orthodontics are changing, with tips to adapt your practice to this new environment. *** With communities and businesses starting to reopen in certain regions, many dentists have strategized how to strengthen their practices' financial health. In this article, we've detailed five reasons why more general dentists are choosing to add orthodontics to their services.  **** [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/5-reasons-why-more-dentists-are-providing-orthodontics-in-the-post-pandemic-economy) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/5-reasons-why-more-dentists-are-providing-orthodontics-in-the-post-pandemic-economy#comments-listing) Topics: [Orthodontic News](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontic-news), [Tips for Success](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/tips-for-success), [Clear Aligners](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/clear-aligners), [Business of Orthodontics](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/business-of-orthodontics), [Orthodontics](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontics), [Dentistry during COVID-19](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/dentistry-during-covid-19) ## [6 Tips to Avoid Orthodontic Relapse](https://blog.smilestream.com/6-tips-to-avoid-orthodontic-relapse) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 4/1/21 2:47 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/april_fools_orthodontic_relapse_banner.jpg) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/6-tips-to-avoid-orthodontic-relapse)   Have you ever been excited when you removed braces and saw a gorgeous finish? But then you noticed a few months to two years later, that your patient's teeth didn't have the same beautiful alignment, maybe with spaces reopening or teeth rotating back to their original positions?    This "April Fools" type of case is called "relapse" and occurs because teeth often want to go back to their original positions.  [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/6-tips-to-avoid-orthodontic-relapse) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/6-tips-to-avoid-orthodontic-relapse#comments-listing) Topics: [POS Instructor Tips](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/pos-instructor-tips), [Tips for Success](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/tips-for-success), [Current POS Students](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/current-pos-students), [Case Finishing](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/case-finishing), [Orthodontics for Beginners](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontics-for-beginners), [Mechanics](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/mechanics), [Orthodontic Supplies](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontic-supplies) ## [Reopening Letter from CEO Miles McGann](https://blog.smilestream.com/reopening-letter-miles-mcgann) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 3/10/21 2:32 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/shockley%20wier_mask.jpg) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/reopening-letter-miles-mcgann) Dear POS Family, The COVID pandemic has affected many practices and families over this past year. We have finally started to see some positive news the last few weeks. With vaccines starting to roll out globally, there finally appears to be some hope that we will be through this pandemic soon. With this in mind, we have begun to plan how we can better serve dentists and provide you more opportunities. We believe in the value of in-person seminars, and have listened to many of you asking for these events to happen again. [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/reopening-letter-miles-mcgann) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/reopening-letter-miles-mcgann#comments-listing) Topics: [Orthodontic News](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontic-news), [POS Family](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/pos-family), [Continuing Education](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/continuing-education), [Orthodontics](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontics), [Dentistry during COVID-19](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/dentistry-during-covid-19) ## [The 3 Essential Fields of Dentistry that Every Dentist Should Understand](https://blog.smilestream.com/the-3-essential-fields-of-dentistry-that-every-dentist-should-know) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 2/17/21 12:06 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/tip%20small.png) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/the-3-essential-fields-of-dentistry-that-every-dentist-should-know) *Do you know the Ultimate Triad of Dentistry? * As doctors in the field of dental medicine, we have a responsibility to our patients to advocate for their best dental health and understand their dental needs thoroughly. There are three disciplines in dentistry that have a uniquely powerful relationship that every general dentist should have a fundamental understanding on. [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/the-3-essential-fields-of-dentistry-that-every-dentist-should-know) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/the-3-essential-fields-of-dentistry-that-every-dentist-should-know#comments-listing) Topics: [Orthodontic Tips](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontic-tips), [POS Instructor Tips](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/pos-instructor-tips), [Continuing Education](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/continuing-education), [Orthodontics](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontics), [TMJ](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/tmj), [Apnea](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/apnea), [Sleep Medicine](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/sleep-medicine) ## [Masks, Clenching and COVID, Oh My!](https://blog.smilestream.com/masks-clenching-and-covid-oh-my) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 11/3/20 9:30 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/TMJ_stock.png) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/masks-clenching-and-covid-oh-my) ***This blog is kicking off the start of TMJ Awareness month! *** **What’s the hottest fashion statement in 2020? Masks are, of course! Whether it’s a homemade cloth mask, high-end designer mask, no-sew, with or without a filter, surgical disposable or Harry Potter reversible, people are expressing themselves with masks these days. In fact, thirty-three states and the District of Columbia mandate face-covering in public.** [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/masks-clenching-and-covid-oh-my) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/masks-clenching-and-covid-oh-my#comments-listing) Topics: [Orthodontic News](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontic-news), [Video](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/video), [Dentistry during COVID-19](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/dentistry-during-covid-19), [TMJ](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/tmj) ## [How Well Do You Finish? See For Yourself](https://blog.smilestream.com/do-you-have-what-it-takes-to-finish-strong) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 9/10/20 11:11 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/Taylor%20teaching.png) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/do-you-have-what-it-takes-to-finish-strong) *Test Your Orthodontics Finishing Knowledge * Every orthodontic case presents itself with a unique set of challenges. For instance, some cases may be difficult to diagnose, while others may rely on patient compliance….and we all know how difficult that can be! One of the most common hurdles doctors encounter in their orthodontic cases is navigating the finishing stage. Thankfully, if you have robust theoretical knowledge and confidence in your clinical skills, you can bring predictable results to your finishing stage on every case. [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/do-you-have-what-it-takes-to-finish-strong) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/do-you-have-what-it-takes-to-finish-strong#comments-listing) Topics: [Continuing Education](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/continuing-education), [Case Finishing](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/case-finishing), [Orthodontics](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontics) ## [Ceramic Brackets Improvements and Summer Sale](https://blog.smilestream.com/ceramic-brackets) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 8/20/20 2:38 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://ecp.yusercontent.com/mail?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsmilestream-prod-library.s3.amazonaws.com%2FImages%2FSocialBlogImage%2Fthumb%2Feac7c30b-2014-8cf5-7ddc-dd7741bb350c.jpeg&t=1597862449&ymreqid=2c563752-7596-d48d-1c3d-d50001019500&sig=tAXPf3spKVi4uGrHME0Tyg--~D) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/ceramic-brackets) PDS Announces New Ceramic Brackets  *Try it for 10% less this Summer!* We are offering new and improved ceramic brackets in our store. They are durable, esthetic and can soon also be ordered easily in packs. 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