The Aligner Intensive Fellowship

and Align Technology have teamed up to offer...

The Aligner Fundamentals Residency for Residents and Faculty

We all know that clear aligner orthodontics is in ever-increasing demand. With our vast clear aligner experience in private practice, we understand how important this education is for emerging orthodontists. That's precisely why we have teamed up with Align Technology to offer the Aligner Fundamentals Residency at no cost to orthodontic residents and full-time faculty. Our goal is to complement the curriculum of your residency program to ensure that you have a robust, clear aligner education and a solid foundation before graduating.

Upon course completion, participants will gain the following:

A thorough understanding of aligner tooth movement fundamentals with a focus on force-driven versus displacement-driven systems.
Ideal digital treatment-plan design methods for the majority of aligner-eligible malocclusions.
The ability to design force systems and attachments for effective aligner malocclusion treatment, including deep bite, open bite, Class II, and Class III, and early treatment.
Detailed design applications for adolescent aligners, where Phase 1 movements may be indicated.
A strategic thought process for addressing refinements and occlusal finishings unique to aligner treatment.

Here's how it works:

Those eligible for the cohort will be automatically registered and notified by email before the cohort begins.
Each resident can only enroll in a single cohort. You may not enroll in a second cohort for any reason.
The course does NOT include CE.
Once registered, you may begin the course right away.
Annual Cohort Schedule
- First Cohort: February 1 - June 30
- Second Cohort: July 1 - December 31
Enrollment and Completion Guidelines
- Residents: Residents are required to complete the curriculum within their assigned 6-month cohort. Failing to meet the completion deadline results in the loss of content access, with no re-enrollment permitted.
- Faculty: Faculty have rolling access to the comprehensive version of the curriculum, allowing them to join at any time and use the content continuously without a required completion timeline.

We look forward to having you in the course and hope you will take full advantage of this rare and valuable opportunity!

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Aligner Fundamentals Residency Course Description

What's included:

28+ hours of on-demand video lessons
ClinCheck case review videos
Unlimited Q&A with our expert faculty
Completion certificate upon finishing the course

Course Description:

The Aligner Fundamentals Residency is meticulously designed for orthodontic residents eager to master the art of aligner therapy. This comprehensive course offers an opportunity to deepen your understanding of aligner tooth movement, focusing on the critical differences between force-driven and displacement-driven systems.

Embark on a journey to hone your skills in digital treatment plan design tailored for the vast majority of aligner-eligible malocclusions. Learn to adeptly design force systems, leveraging optimized attachment solutions or conventional mechanics to effectively treat a wide range of malocclusions, including deep bites, open bites, Class II and III malocclusions, and early treatment scenarios.

Gain specialized knowledge in designing aligners for adolescents, addressing Phase 1 movements with precision and care. Develop a strategic mindset for managing refinements and achieving impeccable occlusal finishings, a hallmark of successful aligner treatment.

Join us for the Aligner Fundamentals Residency and transform your practice with the power of advanced aligner technology. Empower yourself to deliver consistent results confidently using all the latest Invisalign technology.

Please Note: If you do not complete the course by the cohort deadline, you will lose access to the content. You will not be able to enroll in a later cohort.

Teaching methods: Online video lectures, online video ClinCheck case reviews, downloadable written articles and supporting handouts, Facebook group Q&A and case sharing, and check-for-understanding unit assessments.

Original Release Date: 8/23/2023

Expiration: 8/23/2026

Total Video Duration: 28 hours and 51 minutes

Course Duration: 6 months. Residents must complete within 6 months to retain access to content.

Course Educational Objectives:

Upon course completion, participants will be able to:

Describe the fundamentals of aligner tooth movement, including force-driven versus displacement-driven systems.
Apply ideal digital treatment plan design methods for aligner-eligible malocclusions.
Design force systems using either optimized attachment solutions or conventional mechanics for conditions such as deep bite, open bite, Class II, Class III, and early treatment cases.
Plan detailed design applications for adolescent aligner treatment, including cases where Phase 1 movements are indicated.
Develop strategies for managing refinements and occlusal finishing unique to aligner treatment.

Course Overview:

Unit 1 – Biomechanics of Orthodontics
Unit 2 – Systematic ClinCheck Review
Unit 3 – Vertical Dimension
Unit 4 – Anteroposterior Discrepancies
Unit 5 – Phase 1 / Invisalign First
Unit 6 – Structured Refinement and Finishing Considerations