A report from Bradenton Herald: SAN JOSE, Calif., Feb. 21, 2012 — /PRNewswire/ – Invisalign, the nearly-invisible orthodontic product that changed the way teeth are straightened, today announced consumer availability of an affordable, five-stage treatment for straightening teeth using nearly invisible aligners. This new five-stage Invisalign treatment option was developed for people with minor orthodontic issues such as [...]

A report from Orthodontic Products: Ormco Corp, Orange, Calif, recently announced that Smile for a Lifetime Foundation’s (S4L) second annual fundraising event, held at the 11th Annual Damon Forum, raised $ 75,000. The funds will help S4L continue its mission to encourage orthodontists to provide free orthodontic care to individuals with financial challenges and special [...]

A report from Irish Health: 42 month wait for orthodontics [Posted: Tue 21/02/2012 www.irishhealth.com] The average waiting time for public orthodontic treatment in some parts of the country stretches to three-and-a-half years, according to figures from the Department of Health. Figures provided in a Dail reply by Minister of State Roisin Shortall show that the average [...]

A report from La Jolla Light: Color-customized braces are a fun way for kids to celebrate holidays and special events. By Robert Sunstein, DDS Throughout January and February, both of which are wintry months that leave many of us craving a fun distraction from the workday world, most people jump at the chance for a [...]

A report from The Daily Telegraph: Cutting corners: Dentist Michael Clair will spend a year in jail after running a dodgy practice that included using paper clips for root canals. Picture: Thinkstock Source: Supplied A FORMER dentist will spend a year in jail for using paper clips instead of steel posts in root canals. Dr [...]