EDUCATION
- Mar 1986 - Feb 1992
D.D.S. : Dankook University, College of Dentistry, Cheonan, Korea
- Mar 1993 - Feb 1995
M.S.D.: Dankook University, College of Dentistry, Cheonan, Korea
- Mar 1992 - Feb 1995
Oral Medicine: Dankook University, College of Dentistry, Cheonan, Korea
- Mar 1998 - Aug 2002
Ph.D. Orofacial Pain: Dankook University, College of Dentistry,Cheonan, Korea
- July 2002 - June 2005
Orthodontics, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville TN, USA
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES
- 1992 - Present
Korean Dental Association, Member
- 1993 - Present
Korean Association of Oral Medicine, Member
- 1993 - 2000
Korean Association of Orofacial Pain, Member
- 1998 - 2000
Korean Association of Oral Medicine, Editorial Board
- 1998 - 2000
Korean Institution of Orofacial Pain, Founding Member
- 1998 - 2000
4th International Association of Orofacial Pain Annual meeting, Organizing Committee
- 2002 - Present
American Association of Orthodontists, Member
- 2005 - Present
American Dental Association: Member
- 2021 - Present
Angle Society, Midwest Component, Active Member
- 2018 - Present
Korean Association of Digital Orthodontics, Member
- 2021 - Present
Korean Association of Dental Sleep Medicine, Director of International Affairs
Lecture Description
Clear aligner therapy has revolutionized orthodontics, and recent advancements in 3D printing have further transformed the field. This presentation explores the key aspects of 3D printed shape memory aligners (SMAs) and their biomechanical advantages. The integration of 3D printing technology has significantly enhanced clear aligner therapy by enabling the direct printing of aligners using shape memory polymers. This streamlined fabrication process improves precision and efficiency while eliminating errors associated with resin staged models and thermoforming. The ability to control the thickness of specific areas and incorporate various geometries reduces the need for attachments, providing an additional advantage. SMAs offer numerous benefits over conventional thermoforming aligners. Their shape memory properties allow for customized and precise aligner design by responding to external stimuli, such as heat. Orthodontists now have greater control over aligner geometry, revolutionizing clear aligner biomechanics. The combination of 3D printing technology and biomechanical advantages opens new avenues for orthodontic treatment. Precisely fabricated SMAs enable intricate tooth movements, including challenging rotations and translations, resulting in enhanced treatment outcomes and improved versatility. This presentation highlights the significant benefits of 3D printed shape memory aligners, including enhanced treatment precision, efficiency, patient comfort, and improved outcomes. The integration of 3D printing technology and biomechanical advantages has revolutionized treatment planning, offering patients a discreet, comfortable, and sustainable alternative to traditional aligners.
