I used to feel that virtual orthodontic consults were simply a tool for quality orthodontic offices to provide potential patients with the convenient options they are requesting, and possibly engage these patients before they choose direct to consumer treatment — a marketing concept that has been working successfully in my practice for quite some
The rapid introduction of digital technologies into the orthodontic profession has been disruptive. For those prepared, this disruption presents a great opportunity, but for those not prepared it represents a significant threat. The goal of this lecture is to provide insight and perspective by adding science and experience together to help position your practice
This lecture will teach the audience 10 key concepts and facts, distilled from the speciality of psychiatry and made relevant to orthodontic practice, to be applied in everyday orthodontic practice. These concepts will enable audience members to have fresh frameworks to better: (1) understand the mental health of their patients and (2) intervene to support
Dr. Jae Hyun Park Installed as Secretary/Treasurer of The American Board of Orthodontics The American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) installed Jae Hyun Park, D.M.D., M.S.D., M.S., Ph.D., of Phoenix, Ariz., as secretary/treasurer for the year beginning May 22, 2022. The other 2022-2023 officers of the ABO are Patrick F. Foley, D.D.S., M.S.D., of
Andrea Cook lives in your world. The “real world” of providing excellent orthodontic care for every patient. Her “clinical pearls” are polished from 20 years experience as a chair side orthodontic assistant. From the solo practice with a perfectionist doctor to the group practice with multiple locations, Andrea expertly guides orthodontic teams to “Clinical
Dr. Hae Jin HanMesa, AZPCSO Bulletin Contributor Dr. Alan KaiMesa, AZPCSO Bulletin Contributor Note: Please be aware that the PCSO Bulletin does not endorse nor promote any brands or products.In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) development has increased dramatically and has helped make the diagnosis and treatment process more accurate and efficient. AI involves collecting
Dr. Gerald Nelson San Francisco, CA PCSO Bulletin Contributor As corporate and group practices grow in number, the management of the private orthodontic practice has become more challenging. Graduates who have an education-related mortgage-sized debt (but no house!) are not in a position to borrow money to open a new practice or buy into an
Dr. Nancy Gum San Jose, CA PCSO Bulletin Contributor PCSO takes pride in encouraging our diverse membership to participate in our organization. The sincere desire is that all members feel included, that their opinions matter, and that they are heard. To this end, our PCSO board felt it valuable to update our mission statement and
Ms. Corinne Hancock Chaos Coach & Keynote Speaker What is your relationship with chaos? Our relationship with chaos can be the difference between success and failure. I believe that chaos can always be used to our advantage. Sometimes it just takes looking at our challenges through a wider lens and gaining a new or different
Dr. John TrotterRedondo Beach, CADEI Task Force ChairThe Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists (PCSO) Board of Directors formed a task force in November 2020 with the charge of reviewing the Mission Statement and Core Values of the PCSO, with an emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The Core Values and Mission Statement had not
