Orthodontic techniques for GDPs

19 July 2013
Volume 29 · Issue 5

'Limited Treatment Orthodontics' (LTO) will enable a GDP to undertake 'Social' Orthodontics with confidence in the knowledge that although you are not an orthodontic specialist you have direct access to one who will advise and assist whenever it is necessary during the entire period the treatment lasts. 

This could well be a substantial boost to both your interest in dentistry and to the profits the practice makes.  LR Orthodontic Techniques recently added to their original appliance, 'LR Original', with 'LR Advance' (a fixed appliance technique) and 'LR Clear' (clear aligners). All of their appliances are offered in conjunction with their flagship service' LR Support'.

The first group of GDPs to attend the two day advance training course, which took place recently in Belfast, are now accredited to offer all appliances in their practices. 

The course consists of some theory relating to orthodontic tooth movement, bracket positioning and 'Hands - On' tuition which will enable the attendee to place bands, brackets and arch wires and to be able to provide all the necessary information for case selection enabling accurate diagnosis and treatment planning to be provided by an LR orthodontic specialist to whom the case will be assigned. He will guide your selection of the correct appliance for the treatment proposed and you will be able to explain to your patients which is best for them before proceeding.

Visit www.lrorthodontics.com to find details of upcoming courses including our free taster evenings which take place nationally.

 

The new LR Orthodontic Techniques service range

LR Original is a custom made appliance that utilises the latest in dental materials to provide a small, discreet appliance to deliver orthodontic forces to the teeth to effectively straighten them.

LR Advance is a fixed appliance using the highest quality clear brackets combined with ultra-light arch wires making it almost invisible.

LR Clear is a system of clear aligners which will gently reposition teeth to the agreed outcome.

LR Support has us with you every step of the way. LR offers specialist diagnosis and treatment planning for your patients and specialist support and mentoring during treatment.

Picture: The LR Team (L-R) Prof Ross Hobson, Stephen Gallagher, Lester Ellman