{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Protrusive Dental Podcast","title":"Occlusion for Aligners – Clinical Guidelines for GDPs – PDP250","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/b2778d24\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3780,"description":"Let’s be honest – the occlusion after Aligner cases can be a little ‘off’ (even after fixed appliances!)\nHow do you know if your patient’s occlusion after aligner treatment is acceptable or risky?\nWhat practical guidelines can general dentists follow to manage occlusion when orthodontic results aren’t textbook-perfect?\nJaz and Dr. Jesper Hatt explore the most common challenges dentists face, from ClinCheck errors and digital setup pitfalls to balancing aesthetics with functional occlusion.\nThey also discuss key strategies to help you evaluate, guide, and optimize occlusion in your patients, because understanding what is acceptable and what needs intervention can make all the difference in long-term treatment stability and patient satisfaction.\n https://youtu.be/e74lUbyTCaA \nWatch PDP250 on YouTube\nProtrusive Dental Pearl: Harmony and Occlusal Compatibility\nAlways ensure restorative anatomy suits the patient’s natural occlusal scheme and age-related wear. If opposing teeth are flat and amalgam-filled, polished cuspal anatomy will be incompatible — flatten as needed to conform.\nNeed to Read it? Check out the Full Episode Transcript below!\nKey Takeaways\nCommon mistakes in ClinCheck planning often stem from occlusion issues.\nEffective communication and documentation are crucial in clinical support.\nOcclusion must be set correctly to ensure successful treatment outcomes.\nUnderstanding the patient’s profile is essential for effective orthodontics.\nCollaboration between GPs and orthodontists can enhance patient care.\nRetention of orthodontic results is a lifelong commitment.\nAesthetic goals must align with functional occlusion in treatment planning.\nInformed consent is critical when discussing potential surgical interventions. The tongue plays a crucial role in orthodontic outcomes.\nSpacing cases should often be approached as restorative cases.\nAligners can achieve precise spacing more effectively than fixed appliances.\nEnamel adjustments may be necessary for optimal...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/hLSIeRiYSp0oTfIk0BzEukFutShD18hH3f6fq4QHsWw/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9lZmM0/ZTNjYzdiZDJhNGFj/MzBiYmU2NTUwNmM2/NzQ2My5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}