This episode explores the evolution and future of maxillary skeletal expansion, including a deep-dive into FME (Facegenics Midfacial Expander), a recent and very exciting development in the world of nasomaxillary expansion.
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00:00 Freestyle Intro and Podcast Kickoff
00:37 Introducing The Jaw Complex Channel
01:27 Purpose and Vision of The Jaw Complex
01:56 Expansion: More Than Just Teeth Movement
05:18 Biohacking and Expansion
10:21 Skeletal Expansion and Airway Health
22:54 Orthodontic Training and Personal Experience
27:06 Evolution of Expansion Techniques
39:27 Challenges and Lessons in Skeletal Expansion
55:32 Introduction to Custom MARPE
56:11 Integrating CBCT in the Workflow
57:07 Surface Data and Digital Imaging
58:18 Surgical Guides and Custom MARPE
01:00:41 Challenges and Solutions in Expander Placement
01:03:53 Dimensional Stability in Expansion
01:10:32 Introduction to FME and Its Development
01:14:56 Exploring the FME Appliance
01:16:33 Planning and Placement of FME
01:31:25 Comparing Custom MARPE and FME
01:35:41 Custom Printed Surgical Plates
01:36:41 Locking TADs and Bicortical Anchorage
01:39:14 CBCT Image Analysis
01:39:45 Nasal Septum Deviation and Palate Expansion
01:42:08 FME Installation and Protraction
01:57:51 Protraction Techniques and Bollard Plates
02:04:13 Understanding Protraction and Facial Augmentation
02:06:09 Exploring Headgear and DIY Solutions
02:06:34 Debating Expansion Techniques and Their Effects
02:15:15 Custom Expanders and Addressing Asymmetry
02:20:29 The Role of Piezo Surgery in Expansion
02:24:56 Considering Expansion Before MMA Surgery
02:30:46 Historical moment
02:33:51 Patient Experience and Decision Making
02:36:14 Surgical Techniques and Considerations
02:40:34 Choosing the Right Jaw Surgeon
02:44:15 Balancing Aesthetics and Functionality
02:48:09 Final Thoughts and Reflections
02:50:48 Closing Remarks and Future Plans
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