Dr. Chad Foster is a respected orthodontist based in Phoenix, Arizona, and the Editor of OrthoTown. Known for his openness in online case critique and thoughtful contributions to the orthodontic community, Dr. Foster is also a speaker for the Exceptional Esthetics Course and a strong advocate for clinical growth through peer feedback.
On this episode, you will discover:
- How sharing full-record orthodontic cases online can accelerate clinical growth and sharpen treatment planning
- What it’s like to serve as Editor of OrthoTown and write the monthly column The Voice in the Arena
- Why engaging in orthodontic Facebook groups can offer both challenges and tremendous learning opportunities
- Esthetic finishing pearls, including vertical control strategies and the use of functional bite turbos
- The influence of mentors like Dr. Sarver and Dr. Pitts on Chad’s orthodontic philosophy and clinical approach
Recorded March 25, 2023 in Phoenix, AZ at the Fosters’ basement Irish Pub during DynaFlex’s Exceptional Esthetics Course.
Generous support for this podcast comes from Solventum and DentalMonitoring.
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