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5 Reasons Why Every Invisalign® Provider Should Consider Additional Orthodontic Training

Posted by POS Course Adviser on 3/1/17 2:02 PM

Are you one of the 80,000+ dentists trained to provide Invisalign treatment? You are providing a popular, invisible treatment to straightening teeth, and your patients appreciate it.

However, if you only have training in Invisalign (or a similar clear aligner product), you can get into trouble or find it to be too costly. Here are the top reasons why every Invisalign provider should consider seeking additional orthodontic training.

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Topics: Orthodontic Tips, Tips for Success, Clear Aligners, Invisalign

Q&A with POS Instructor Dr. Jeffery Taylor | Expert Case Finishing Advice [Video + Transcript]

Posted by POS Course Adviser on 1/31/17 8:26 AM

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.

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Topics: Orthodontic Tips, POS Instructor Tips, Tips for Success, Current POS Students, Case Finishing

Q&A with POS Instructor Dr. Subodh Swaroop | Tips for Success [Video + Transcript]

Posted by POS Course Adviser on 1/26/17 10:32 AM

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.

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Topics: Orthodontic Tips, POS Instructor Tips, Tips for Success, Seminar 6, Current POS Students

How to get the most out of your POS education

Posted by POS Course Adviser on 1/9/17 11:58 AM

An interview with one of POS' most successful graduates


Dr. Rani Seeth is a successful owner of two family dental practices in Illinois. She has been offering comprehensive orthodontic care to her patients since 2012 when she started taking Progressive Orthodontic Seminars’ (POS’) Comprehensive Orthodontic Series. She has treated hundreds of orthodontic patients and quickly transformed her practice with orthodontic services.

Having graduated with Highest Honors, we wanted to hear her story on how she was able to manage her time and patients. Read what she did to excel in her POS studies and help so many orthodontic patients.

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Topics: What is GP Ortho, Orthodontic Tips, Case Study, POS Family, Tips for Success

The Economics of Adding Orthodontics to a GP Practice - A Profit/Cost Analysis

Posted by POS Course Adviser on 11/1/16 6:22 PM

As a general dentist, you have the flexibility to evolve your services to maximize your profits (and happiness). For those researching if orthodontics may be a good business move for you, this post will help you understand how it would affect your bottom line.

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Topics: Economics of Orthodontics, Tips for Success

12 Reasons Why Your Spaces Don’t Close

Posted by POS Course Adviser on 9/21/16 11:20 AM

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.

 

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Topics: POS Instructor Tips, Tips for Success

Bracketing your first patient? 8 expert tips for a stress-free appointment

Posted by POS Course Adviser on 9/9/16 4:19 PM

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!


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Topics: Orthodontic Tips, My First Ortho Patient, POS Instructor Tips, Tips for Success

6 Proven Techniques to Make Your Orthodontic Summer the Most Productive Yet

Posted by POS Course Adviser on 7/27/16 10:52 AM

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.

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Topics: POS Instructor Tips, Tips for Success

Start Orthodontic Cases in 5 Simple Steps

Posted by POS Course Adviser on 6/15/16 9:02 AM

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.

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Topics: My First Ortho Patient, POS Instructor Tips, Tips for Success

8 Orthodontic Supplies You Absolutely Need to Start Cases

Posted by POS Course Adviser on 4/8/16 2:24 PM
 
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. 

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Topics: My First Ortho Patient, POS Instructor Tips, Tips for Success, Orthodontic Supplies

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