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November 14, 2024 42 mins

Welcome to The Golden Age of Orthodontics, the podcast for orthodontic professionals eager to stay at the forefront of innovation and patient care. Today, hosts Dr. Leon Klempner and Amy Epstein are joined by the esteemed Dr. Luis Carriere, member of the Editorial Review Board for the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics (AJODO) and contributing editor of the Journal of Clinical Orthodontics (JCO). Dr. Carriere will share his expertise on improving patient and parent communication, particularly with young patients, to foster a sense of responsibility in their orthodontic journey. This approach boosts compliance and eases anxiety, transforming the patient experience. Plus, we'll dive into the mechanics and advantages of the motion appliance, including its role in dental alveolar movement and its long-term impact on growth. Get ready to explore practical tips, insights on the latest orthodontic tools, and a vision of future innovations—because there has never been a better time to be an orthodontist.

IN THIS EPISODE: 

  • [2:50] Dr. Luis Carriere explains his approach to talking to young patients about their orthodontic journey
  • [10:23] The importance of treatment plans that engage young patients and improve their cooperation
  • [18:03] How to attract other patients to your practice by communication
  • [22:31] A deep dive into the motion appliance: its function and focus on dental alveolar changes rather than skeletal modification
  • [33:19] Dr. Carriere shares his insights on the future innovations

KEY TAKEAWAYS: 

  • Encourage young patients to take responsibility for their orthodontic treatment by treating them as young adults. Understanding the "why" behind their role enhances cooperation
  • Educational tools and proactive communication build trust and establish credibility with patients and families, making your practice a trusted authority
  • The motion appliance primarily works through dental alveolar movements, creating a stable environment for growth in the correct sagittal and anterior direction, thus promoting long-term effectiveness

RESOURCE LINKS

People + Practice  - Website 

Dr. Leon's - Email

Amy Epstein's - Email

People + Practice - Email

Carriere System - Website

Dr. Luis Carriere - Facebook

Dr. Luis Carriere - LinkedIn

BIOGRAPHY:   Luis Carriere DDS. MSD. PhD.

Dr. Luis Carrière obtained his dental degree from the University of Complutense in Madrid in 1991. He then attended the University of Barcelona, where he completed his Orthodontic training and received his Master of Science in Orthodontics in 1994. In 2006, he received his Doctorate in Orthodontics, Cum Laude, from the University of Barcelona.

Dr. Carrière won the “Joseph E. Johnson Award” in 1995 and the International Design Award Delta Gold ADI-FAD 2009 for the “Carriere Distalizer MB.” Dr. Carrière is a Member of the Editorial Review Board for the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics (AJODO) and a contributing editor of the Journal of Clinical Orthodontics (JCO). 

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