--- title: The POS Blog | Everything you need to know about GP orthodontics | POS Instructor Tips (5) description: "POS Instructor Tips | Learn about orthodontics for the general dentist from a #1 trusted source for over 35 years (5)" --- - Are you a Current Student? - [Login Here](http://posortho.com/con_CurrentStudents.cfm?rid=0.497576839756221&__hstc=145032043.85564ffabeb8a03125a49477f0e082fb.1447746732053.1447834461954.1447838858835.4&__hssc=145032043.3.1447838858835&__hsfp=2299682492) [![progressive orthodontic seminars logo](https://blog.smilestream.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Progressive_Orthodontics_Images/pos_logo_md.png?width=145&name=pos_logo_md.png "progressive orthodontic seminars logo")](http://posortho.smilestream.com/pos-ortho) Got a question? Call us: [1 (714) 973-2266](tel:17149732266) | [info@posortho.com](mailto:info@posortho.com) [**](http://posortho.smilestream.com/pos-contact-us)     _ ## [Q&A with POS Instructor Dr. Glenn Takenaga | Building a super practice on a budget [Video + Transcript]](https://blog.smilestream.com/qa-with-pos-instructor-dr.-glenn-takenaga) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 4/11/17 7:53 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/glenn-takenaga.png) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/qa-with-pos-instructor-dr.-glenn-takenaga) You may know POS Instructor Dr. Glenn Takenaga because of the active role he plays on the POS Forum. Get to know him and hear his advice for new and current POS students in this interview. [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/qa-with-pos-instructor-dr.-glenn-takenaga) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/qa-with-pos-instructor-dr.-glenn-takenaga#comments-listing) Topics: [Orthodontic Tips](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontic-tips), [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) ## [Q&A with POS Instructor Ben Villalon | Expert Mixed Dentition Orthodontics Advice [Video + Transcript]](https://blog.smilestream.com/qa-with-pos-instructor-dr.-ben-villalon-expert-mixed-dentition-orthodontics-advice) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 3/15/17 8:19 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/ben-interview-still-square.png) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/qa-with-pos-instructor-dr.-ben-villalon-expert-mixed-dentition-orthodontics-advice) POS Instructor Dr. Ben Villalon came to POS headquarters for Update 2017 so we took the opportunity to ask him questions about his area of expertise: mixed dentition orthodontics. [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/qa-with-pos-instructor-dr.-ben-villalon-expert-mixed-dentition-orthodontics-advice) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/qa-with-pos-instructor-dr.-ben-villalon-expert-mixed-dentition-orthodontics-advice#comments-listing) Topics: [Orthodontic Tips](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontic-tips), [POS Instructor Tips](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/pos-instructor-tips), [Growth](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/growth), [Tips for Success](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/tips-for-success), [Current POS Students](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/current-pos-students), [Mixed Dentition](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/mixed-dentition), [Phase 1](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/phase-1) ## [Q&A with POS Instructor Dr. Jeffery Taylor | Expert Case Finishing Advice [Video + Transcript]](https://blog.smilestream.com/qa-with-pos-instructor-dr.-jeffery-taylor-expert-case-finishing-advice-transcript) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 1/31/17 8:26 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/taylor-video.png) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/qa-with-pos-instructor-dr.-jeffery-taylor-expert-case-finishing-advice-transcript) POS Instructor Dr. Jeffery Taylor stopped by POS headquarters to share his expert insight into orthodontic case finishing in our latest instructor Q&A video. [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/qa-with-pos-instructor-dr.-jeffery-taylor-expert-case-finishing-advice-transcript) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/qa-with-pos-instructor-dr.-jeffery-taylor-expert-case-finishing-advice-transcript#comments-listing) Topics: [Orthodontic Tips](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontic-tips), [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) ## [Q&A with POS Instructor Dr. Subodh Swaroop | Tips for Success [Video + Transcript]](https://blog.smilestream.com/qa-with-pos-instructor-dr.-subodh-swaroop-tips-for-success-video-transcript) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 1/26/17 10:32 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/swaroop.png) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/qa-with-pos-instructor-dr.-subodh-swaroop-tips-for-success-video-transcript) After teaching Seminar 6 in Orange County recently, POS instructor Dr. Subodh Swaroop sat down with us to share some tips for success for all POS students who are midway through our seminar series. [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/qa-with-pos-instructor-dr.-subodh-swaroop-tips-for-success-video-transcript) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/qa-with-pos-instructor-dr.-subodh-swaroop-tips-for-success-video-transcript#comments-listing) Topics: [Orthodontic Tips](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontic-tips), [POS Instructor Tips](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/pos-instructor-tips), [Tips for Success](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/tips-for-success), [Seminar 6](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/seminar-6), [Current POS Students](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/current-pos-students) ## [12 Reasons Why Your Spaces Don’t Close](https://blog.smilestream.com/12-reasons-why-your-spaces-dont-close) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 9/21/16 11:20 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/Space_culprit--root_angulation_case_1043.jpg) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/12-reasons-why-your-spaces-dont-close) Stubborn spaces can be the most frustrating situation in orthodontics. If you’ve ever encountered this, you may have tried closing the space with all your tools—rubber bands, closed coils, and power chains—but the space was still there. Sometimes trying too hard can make the problem worse. But don't worry, take some records and investigate what the true source of your frustrating immobility is. POS Instructor, Dr. Glenn Takenaga, shares the most common reasons why your space just isn't closing. Use this check list to discover the real reason why your teeth are not moving, so you can quickly move back on track to finishing.   **** [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/12-reasons-why-your-spaces-dont-close) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/12-reasons-why-your-spaces-dont-close#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) ## [Bracketing your first patient? 8 expert tips for a stress-free appointment](https://blog.smilestream.com/8-expert-tips-for-bracketing-your-first-patient) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 9/9/16 4:19 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/bracketing.png) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/8-expert-tips-for-bracketing-your-first-patient) Bracketing your first patient can be nerve-racking. But don't worry, follow these steps for a stress-free appointment. Your patient will be happily showing off their new braces soon! [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/8-expert-tips-for-bracketing-your-first-patient) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/8-expert-tips-for-bracketing-your-first-patient#comments-listing) Topics: [Orthodontic Tips](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontic-tips), [My First Ortho Patient](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/my-first-ortho-patient), [POS Instructor Tips](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/pos-instructor-tips), [Tips for Success](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/tips-for-success) ## [6 Proven Techniques to Make Your Orthodontic Summer the Most Productive Yet](https://blog.smilestream.com/6-proven-techniques-to-make-your-orthodontic-summer-the-most-productive-yet) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 7/27/16 10:52 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/kid_swimming.jpg) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/6-proven-techniques-to-make-your-orthodontic-summer-the-most-productive-yet) Summer is often the most productive time for dental practices with young patients. Use these six proven techniques from POS instructors to make your orthodontic summer the most productive yet. [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/6-proven-techniques-to-make-your-orthodontic-summer-the-most-productive-yet) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/6-proven-techniques-to-make-your-orthodontic-summer-the-most-productive-yet#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) ## [Start Orthodontic Cases in 5 Simple Steps](https://blog.smilestream.com/start-orthodontic-cases-in-5-simple-steps) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 6/15/16 9:02 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/helen-patient.png) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/start-orthodontic-cases-in-5-simple-steps) So you attended Seminar 1 and are ready to help patients and earn orthodontic income. We've broken down the process of starting cases into a few easy-to-follow steps to help you get started. To maximize your orthodontic ability and resources, take these first steps with your staff and potential orthodontic patients before you attend Seminar 2. At this seminar, you'll learn how to analyze these records, create a customized, full treatment plan and instructors can support you live. **** [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/start-orthodontic-cases-in-5-simple-steps) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/start-orthodontic-cases-in-5-simple-steps#comments-listing) Topics: [My First Ortho Patient](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/my-first-ortho-patient), [POS Instructor Tips](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/pos-instructor-tips), [Tips for Success](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/tips-for-success) ## [8 Orthodontic Supplies You Absolutely Need to Start Cases](https://blog.smilestream.com/blog/8-orthodontic-supplies-you-absolutely-need-to-start-cases) Posted by [POS Course Adviser](https://blog.smilestream.com/author/pos-course-adviser) on 4/8/16 2:24 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.smilestream.com/hubfs/supply-blog-2.jpg) ](https://blog.smilestream.com/blog/8-orthodontic-supplies-you-absolutely-need-to-start-cases)   You've spent hours studying orthodontic theory and cases and now you're ready to start an orthodontic case of your own. Hooray! You've a rrived to the fun part of orthodontics.    Once you've selected a patient to be your first case, you will need to take a comprehensive set of orthodontic records. It is critical to take high quality, thorough records before starting a case so that you can accurately track the progress of the case.  [Read More](https://blog.smilestream.com/blog/8-orthodontic-supplies-you-absolutely-need-to-start-cases) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.smilestream.com/blog/8-orthodontic-supplies-you-absolutely-need-to-start-cases#comments-listing) Topics: [My First Ortho Patient](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/my-first-ortho-patient), [POS Instructor Tips](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/pos-instructor-tips), [Tips for Success](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/tips-for-success), [Orthodontic Supplies](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontic-supplies) [Previous](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/pos-instructor-tips/page/4) [All posts](https://blog.smilestream.com/all) Search the blog Search ## Start learning orthodontics now ### *Request a FREE 1 Hour Intro Video* [![New Call-to-action](https://hubspot-no-cache-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/default/1708568/9f91411c-29a9-4b38-9143-dcab02dcffbe.png)](https://hubspot-cta-redirect-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/redirect/1708568/9f91411c-29a9-4b38-9143-dcab02dcffbe) ### Keep up with our blog! ### Posts by Topic - [Tips for Success (51)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/tips-for-success) - [POS Instructor Tips (49)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/pos-instructor-tips) - [Orthodontic Tips (39)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontic-tips) - [POS Family (32)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/pos-family) - [Current POS Students (26)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/current-pos-students) - [New POS Students (24)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/new-pos-students) - [Orthodontics (24)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontics) - [Orthodontics for Beginners (22)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontics-for-beginners) - [SmileStream (22)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/smilestream) - [Orthodontic News (18)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontic-news) - [Continuing Education (16)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/continuing-education) - [My First Ortho Patient (15)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/my-first-ortho-patient) - [Case Study (14)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/case-study) - [Business of Orthodontics (13)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/business-of-orthodontics) - [Economics of Orthodontics (12)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/economics-of-orthodontics) - [What is GP Ortho (11)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/what-is-gp-ortho) - [Clear Aligners (10)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/clear-aligners) - [Comprehensive Orthodontics (10)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/comprehensive-orthodontics) - [Progressive Orthodontic Seminars (10)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/progressive-orthodontic-seminars) - [Orthodontic Supplies (9)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/orthodontic-supplies) - [Assistants (8)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/assistants) - [Dentistry during COVID-19 (8)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/dentistry-during-covid-19) - [Growth (8)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/growth) - [Video (8)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/video) - [Adult Orthodontics (6)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/adult-orthodontics) - [Esthetics (6)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/esthetics) - [Thankful (6)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/thankful) - [Case Finishing (5)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/case-finishing) - [Consulting (5)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/consulting) - [IAT (5)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/iat) - [Mechanics (5)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/mechanics) - [Mixed Dentition (5)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/mixed-dentition) - [Aligners (4)](https://blog.smilestream.com/topic/aligners) - [B. 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