Clinical application of Sadao Sato`s philosophy

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- Distal bite: developmental factors, clinical criteria for diagnosis;
- Objectives of treatment of distal bite and action plan;
- Wisdom teeth removal: indications;
- Diagnostic pathology: OPG, trg, index estimation;
- Axiography: characteristics and advantages;
- Extension of the upper jaw: terms, methods and recommendations;
- Techniques for equalizing the position of teeth;
- The mechanical aspects of the correction of the distal occlusion;
- Method of stabilization of premolars and molars;
- Restoration of the occlusal plane: recommendations;
- Retainers: recommendations and methods;
- TMJ dysfunction: features of orthodontic treatment.

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1. Development of the distal bite. The difference between the low angle and high angle;
2. Objectives and goals of treatment: planning methodology. Instrumental and index evaluation. Assessment of the cervical vertebrae;
3. TMJ dysfunction: diagnosis and assessment of the joint condition;
4. Functional equipment: goals and objectives;
5. Treatment of patients with TMJ dysfunction: methods and limitations;
6. Multi-loop arc: methodology, advantages and disadvantages;
7. Distalization: indications, technique;
8. Features of treatment of teenagers and adults;
9. Treatment tactics in different clinical situations.

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- Why, after the completion of orthodontic treatment, when an ideal occlusion is achieved, TMJ symptoms develop;
- The Vienna concept of TMJ dysfunction treatment;
- The reasons for the appearance of wear facets with good disocclusion in the canine area;
- The limits of orthodontic treatment. Cranio-mandibular orthodontics;
- Orthodontic treatment planning taking into account the state of the temporomandibular joint;
- The main clinical signs of TMD;
- Mounting a model in the articulator - a mandatory step in treatment planning;
- Occlusal analysis: norm and deviations;
- Diagnosis of bruxism with a Bruxchecker;
- Prosthetic treatment of TMJ muscle disorders. Do we need a splint as a retainer.

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Adaptation as the basis for the development of the craniomandibular system;
Occlusive causes of malocclusion;
Effectiveness of early orthodontic treatment. When to start?
Occlusal overlays as an effective tool for controlling the growth of the mandible;
Features of the use of overlays for the correction of skeletal class II, class III, deep bite and mandible lateral displacement (MLD);
Clinical and laboratory stages of manufacturing, the main mistakes and their methods avoidance;
Clinical cases, advantages of the occlusal overlays technique and long-term results of treatment.

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The practical aspects of the use of MEAW (multiloop edgewise archwire), MOAW (modified offset archwire) and DAW (double arch wire);
Pearls, tips, and tricks the author has developed over the years to achieve consistent stable results;
Failures, for it is to throw these that we most learn and evolve.

From epidemiological studies we can assumed that around 50% of the population show at least one sign of dysfunction of the craniomandibular system (studies
vary between 30%-70%). This means that 1 in every 2 patients that came into our dental offices are already compensating for temporomandibular dysfunction (even
though symptoms may not be present).

These patients are at higher risk of decompensating, and dental treatments have the potential to increase (or decrease) this risk. Therefore, a side from a proper diagnosis and treatment plan considering the functions of the craniomandibular system we also need an orthodontic tool that will allow clinicians to control occlusal plane inclination, vertical dimension, and mandibular position. Prof. Sadao Sato as proven that Multi Loop Edgewise Archwire (MEAW) is an ideal orthodontic tool for achieving functional harmony of the whole masticatory system, comprising the supporting tissues, the muscles, and the TMJ-occlusion relationship.

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– The evolution of my practice from traditional edgewise to active and passive self-ligation. Lifehacks for MEAW inclusion in braces with a prescription;
– Traditional MEAW activations and their analogs on straight and preformed wires;
– The cornerstone of the concept-leveling on Australian steel: how to simplify and how to use NiTi without side effects?
– Class II treatment using mandibular positioning philosophy - how to simplify MEAW technique?

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– The practical aspects of transferring Prof. Sadao Sato`s philosophy of treatment (occlusal medicine) to an aligner technic;
– How to incorporate cephalometric, articulator an axiography data into the treatment strategy with aligners (CleanCheck®);
– Strategies for avoiding pitfalls and mistakes;
– Pearls, tips, and tricks to achieve consistent stable results;
– We will also share some of our failures, for it is throw these that we most learn and evolve.

The use of plastic aligner systems to correct dental position has increased significantly in recent years. However, their usefulness as a true orthodontic tool is far
from unanimous, with many orthodontists advocating that aligners are just that: tools for the alignment of teeth. In the author`s opinion, aligners are an excellent orthodontic tool for the functional treatment of the craniomandibular system, including the control of occlusal plane inclination, vertical dimension, and mandibular position. In many ways, aligners can be more efficient than MEAW.

In this clinical oriented webinar, the author will share his approach to craniomandibular orthodontic reconstructions with the Invisalign® system, through the critical analysis of treated cases.

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– Development and characterization of high-angle Class III malocclusion;
– Importance of Posterior Discrepancy in the development of high-angle Class III malocclusion;
– Step-by-step treatment of high-angle Class III malocclusion with Gummetal archwires;
– Development and characterization of low-angle Class III malocclusion;
– Importance of Compensation Mechanisms in the development and treatment of low Angle Class III malocclusion;
– Step-by-step treatment of low-angle Class III malocclusion with Gummetal archwires.

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– Development and 3D characterization functional of the MLD.
– Horizontal Condylar Angle (HCA) and MLD, its importance
– Why we should treat MLD early?
– Differential control of the vertical dimension and the occlusal plane in the treatment of MLD.
– Step-by-step treatment of MLD malocclusion using Gummetal archwires.

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Data from modern literature on maltreatment and complications dental treatment (side effect of technical revolution - invasive dental treatment; somewhere share the simple cases!);
Functional features (chewing, swallowing, speaking, etc.)patients with different types of facial skeleton;
The concept of functional space and methods of its control in the course of complex dental treatment (concept Professor R. Slavicek and Professor S. Sato);
Signs of functional overload of teeth iatrogenic origin;
Possibilities of orthodontic preparation of the oral cavity for prosthetics using the method of Professor S. Sato;
Disadvantages of the orthopedic method for correcting anomalies;
Functional diagnostics is the basis of safety in dentistry. (examples of clinical use of condylography data, articulator and variator);
Joint planning of a new occlusal plane and formation of a technical task for the whole team specialists.

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- The relationship of orthodontics and prosthetic;
- Standard method of patient examination (complaints, anamnesis, detailed clinical examination);
- Symptoms of TMJ muscle disorders in children;
- TMJ. Criteria for evaluating X-ray images;
- The structure and function of the TMJ in different periods of bite formation;
- Principles of diagnosis and treatment of class II and III in children;
- The obligatory use of diagnostic models when planning treatment in growing patients;
- Guidelines for the class II management in children. Choice of orthodontic appliances;
- 3D mandibular reposition;
- Use of overlays in the treatment of class II. Modeling and positioning of lays in the oral cavity;
- Principles of treating children with TMJ dysfunction;
- Principles of class III treatment in children. Vertical compensation.