Current stream of digital technology
New technology in orthodontics: has it really changed what we do?
Dr. Nour Eldin Tarraf
Biography
BDS(Hons), MDSc(Hons), MOrth RCSEd, MRACDS (Ortho)
Short Bio
Nour finished his BDS at Cairo University with Honors in 2001 followed by an orthodontic residency at Cairo University. He then moved to Sydney where he completed his Masters degree in Orthodontics at the University of Sydney in 2008 with Honors. He works in private practice in Chatswood, Sydney and is involved in research and teaching at the University of Sydney. Nour has a special interest in invisible orthodontic techniques such as lingual orthodontics and Invisalign. He is the President of the Australasian Society Of Lingual Orthodontics. He is also the first and only Australian to become a Titular member of the European Society of Lingual Orthodontics and an Active member of the World Society of Lingual Orthodontics.
Among his special interests are the use of digital technology in orthodontics, early orthodontics and growth modification treatment and he is currently working towards a PhD on the application of skeletal anchorage in growth modification for growing children. He has lectured nationally and internationally and has number of scientific publication.
Technology has touched on every aspect of our lives how has it affected orthodontics? In recent years orthodontics has been impacted by the introduction of multiple new technologies from diagnostic, planning to treatment tools.
3D printing has revolutionized our appliance options with the sky being the limit for innovative design. How does this translate to better or more efficient treatment? Does it change the patient experience?
This presentation will delve into some of the new technologies in orthodontics, such as 3D virtual planning, robotic wire bending and metal 3D printing I will cover how they have altered modern practice and how they are used as well as what disadvantages or negative aspects they may have.
