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Call us: [1 (714) 973-2266](tel:17149732266) | [info@posortho.com](mailto:info@posortho.com) [**](http://posortho.smilestream.com/pos-contact-us)     _ ## [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) ## [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) ## [7 Free and Easy Things You Can Do to Improve Yourself in the New Decade](https://blog.smilestream.com/7-free-and-easy-things-you-can-do-to-improve-yourself-in-the-new-decade) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 1/28/20 12:19 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/2020.jpg) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/7-free-and-easy-things-you-can-do-to-improve-yourself-in-the-new-decade) ****** ***In the spirit of the new decade, we are offering free classes to encourage you to begin 2020 with a positive start! *** Each and every new year, people look for new and better ways to improve themselves. As we are almost through the first month of the new decade, it's a great time to find manageable ways to improve your career and skills. What better way to improve yourself than to indulge in some free classes from POS!  We offer multiple free courses that will earn you CEs or CPDs. They also help get you started on your path to growing your professional skills and opportunities, making the start of your new decade a bit more brighter. **** [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/7-free-and-easy-things-you-can-do-to-improve-yourself-in-the-new-decade) 4 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/7-free-and-easy-things-you-can-do-to-improve-yourself-in-the-new-decade#comments-listing) Topics: [POS Family](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/pos-family), [Continuing Education](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/continuing-education), [Free Intro to Orthodontics](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/free-intro-to-orthodontics), [Orthodontics for Beginners](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontics-for-beginners), [Orthodontics](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontics) ## [Full Aligner Diagnosis Can Be as Easy as 1-2-3!](https://blog.smilestream.com/full-aligner-diagnosis-can-be-as-easy-as1-2-3) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 8/9/19 1:33 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/custom-video-thumbnails/Collins%20Invite%20Intro%20Aligner+-thumb.jpeg) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/full-aligner-diagnosis-can-be-as-easy-as1-2-3) **Aligner+ Consulting & Mentoring gives you expertise at your fingertips** [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/full-aligner-diagnosis-can-be-as-easy-as1-2-3) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/full-aligner-diagnosis-can-be-as-easy-as1-2-3#comments-listing) Topics: [Continuing Education](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/continuing-education), [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) ## [What is it like studying orthodontics at home? A peek into POS' online learning materials](https://blog.smilestream.com/what-is-online-studying-like-at-pos) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 7/10/19 5:27 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/michael%20berry%20gif_1.gif) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/what-is-online-studying-like-at-pos)   With better technology, it's now possible to grow your knowledge in many areas, including in orthodontics. It may seem appealing to grow your dental skills in between patients in the comfort of your home or office. Online study gives you great flexibility and allows you to minimize any costs and hassles of travel. With our online materials, you may learn up to 75% of the Comprehensive Orthodontic Series without stepping outside. While you'd still need a few live classes to get instructor feedback and hands-on practice, you can now learn much more at home. So what is studying online like with POS? This article shows you the 5 steps of what your online studying will look like. [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/what-is-online-studying-like-at-pos) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/what-is-online-studying-like-at-pos#comments-listing) Topics: [SmileStream](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/smilestream), [Continuing Education](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/continuing-education), [IAT](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/iat), [Comprehensive Orthodontics](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/comprehensive-orthodontics), [Video](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/video), [Orthodontics](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontics), [Progressive Orthodontic Seminars](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/progressive-orthodontic-seminars) ## [Why are dentists saying that POS changes everything?](https://blog.smilestream.com/2-graduates-turned-instructors-have-1-message-for-you) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 4/17/19 4:36 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/shelly%20yu%20thumbnail%20blog.jpg) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/2-graduates-turned-instructors-have-1-message-for-you) Progressive Orthodontic Seminars has over 8,000 graduates worldwide. Every week we hear how much orthodontics has improved their careers. Two graduates share on video how POS changed their lives. They even became instructors because of their love for the program and orthodontics! [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/2-graduates-turned-instructors-have-1-message-for-you) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/2-graduates-turned-instructors-have-1-message-for-you#comments-listing) Topics: [POS Family](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/pos-family), [Continuing Education](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/continuing-education), [POS Graduation](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/pos-graduation), [Feedback](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/feedback), [Testimonial](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/testimonial), [Orthodontics](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontics), [Progressive Orthodontic Seminars](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/progressive-orthodontic-seminars) ## [Dr. Wier's Quick Guide to Simplifying Mechanics](https://blog.smilestream.com/a-quick-guide-to-simplifying-mechanics) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 4/17/19 4:31 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/Mechanics%20Blog%20Weir%20and%20Loops.png) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/a-quick-guide-to-simplifying-mechanics) Want to know the *key *to success when it comes to orthodontic mechanics? Dr. Shockley Weir has your answers in this quick and easy blog! [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/a-quick-guide-to-simplifying-mechanics) 3 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/a-quick-guide-to-simplifying-mechanics#comments-listing) Topics: [Orthodontic Tips](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontic-tips), [Continuing Education](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/continuing-education), [Mechanics](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/mechanics), [Orthodontics](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontics), [Snoopy Bend](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/snoopy-bend), [T-Loop](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/t-loop), [Key Hole](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/key-hole) ## [Dentists tried Progressive Orthodontics for a day. Here's what they told us.](https://blog.smilestream.com/dentists-tried-progressive-orthodontics-for-a-day.-heres-what-they-told-us) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 4/5/19 9:08 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/Quote%20for%20blog%201.png) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/dentists-tried-progressive-orthodontics-for-a-day.-heres-what-they-told-us) We have taught hundreds of dentists last month at our preview course, [1-day Intro to Orthodontics Seminars](https://info.smilestream.com/intro). These students were candidly honest about their experiences.  It's one thing to hear from a company how great their services are, but it's another to hear real thoughts from your peers.   Find out what learning at POS is like by reading the comments from real students below: [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/dentists-tried-progressive-orthodontics-for-a-day.-heres-what-they-told-us) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/dentists-tried-progressive-orthodontics-for-a-day.-heres-what-they-told-us#comments-listing) Topics: [Continuing Education](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/continuing-education), [Thankful](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/thankful), [Feedback](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/feedback), [Testimonial](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/testimonial), [Orthodontics](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontics) ## [Orthodontic Residency vs. Orthodontic Continuing Education](https://blog.smilestream.com/orthodontic-residency-vs-orthodontic-continuing-education-which-is-right-for-you) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 7/12/18 10:31 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/dental-school-ortho-v3.png) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/orthodontic-residency-vs-orthodontic-continuing-education-which-is-right-for-you) With the right training and support, you can provide quality orthodontic care as a general dentist or as an orthodontic specialist. So what’s the difference and which is the better option? They can both be rewarding and have different benefits. This guide can help you determine the best fit based on the most common considerations. 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