The lateral head radio graph has been a useful adjunct in orthodontics since its introduction in the 1930s. Over the years there has been a plethora of various systems of analysis, each with its own supporters. Before doing any analysis it is worth studying the film for its general proportions and relationships. The radiographs in Figs 1 and 2 are excellent examples. Both patients are in the 7 to … [Read more...]
Helpful Resource: Cranio UK Journal
Click on the PDF link to download the summer issue of the Cranio UK journal. In my opinion, this journal is the best source of current information about the new, emerging orthodontic paradigm. The journal regularly includes access to the work of several related disciplines in addition to its orthodontic sources. I confess I am biased (the summer issue includes one of my blogs) but the … [Read more...]
Fascia: The Tissue That Got Lost In Plain Sight
Fascia has been described as the stuff you cut through on the way to something important. One of the first things medical and dental students learn in practical anatomy is to remove the layers of fascia enclosing the muscles so that a muscle can be defined in terms of origin, insertion, line of action, blood and nerve supply etc. Figure 1 illustrates the point nicely. This image carries over into … [Read more...]
Upcoming November ALF Appliance Seminar
Dr. Dennis Strokon is scheduled to give a two day introductory seminar on the ALF Appliance in Toronto on November 18th and 19th. It is sponsored by the Orthodent Laboratory. The contact person for more information is Michelle. The phone number is 1-800-436-3133. Email is info@orthodent.ca I may be biased since we co-authored papers together, but from long experience in the field I can vouch … [Read more...]
What can orthodontists learn from crime scene detectives?
Even the most junior detective knows a strong case can hinge on the collection and preservation of evidence. Detectives know that following well-established procedures is the only way to capture vital information at a time when the information has not yet revealed itself to be of importance to the case. So it is with the collection of orthodontic diagnostic evidence—in particular from study … [Read more...]
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