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If your patients chose clear braces to correct malocclusions, these decisions indicate that they care about limiting the visibility of dental work. Many teens do not like the idea of smiling with a “mouth full of metal.” This is especially true for adults who work in a professional environment. However, after the braces come off, patients still need to wear a retainer to maintain their progress. Patients who are sensitive to highly visible dental work may prefer the Zendura Invisible Retainer.

As its name suggests, the Zendura Invisible Retainer is made from a clear polymer that achieves a high level of translucence. Patients will appreciate that this retainer is not easy to see and is also simple to remove. These…

As a dentist, you can play a primary role in improving your patients overall health. According to the American Sleep Apnea Association, as many as 40 million Americans could have sleep apnea – and up to 80% of those with the condition are undiagnosed. Chances are at least some of your patients are suffering from sleep apnea and may not even be aware of it.

Developing a screening program for your patients is the best way to identify those who might be suffering from sleep apnea.  A good start is to ask a few simple questions.  For example, ask your patients if they feel tired when they get up in the morning, have trouble focusing, and/or struggle to remain alert and energetic throughout…

Molars are some of the trickiest and most problematic teeth in the mouth. Often, they don’t erupt just right, and as a dentist or orthodontist, you have to act to prevent poor molar eruption from negatively affecting the rest of your patient’s teeth.

At SML Global, we offer three unique Wilson orthodontic appliances that can assist you in molar tip, torque, and rotation. The appliances are:

All three appliances can help with multi-purpose maxillary arch development, but they can also be used for managing poorly positioned molars as well. To find out which Wilson appliance is the best option for your patient, call SML (Space Maintainers Laboratories. Our…