Dr. Jasmine Gorton had the opportunity to share the latest developments in Pediatric Sleep Apnea (Sleep Disordered Breathing in Children) with doctors from South, Central and North America in Barranquilla, Colombia.
Though it is a minority of children who suffer from airway symptoms, the impact on their facial development and behavior is often significant. There are different approaches to orthodontic treatment techniques and timing of treatment that can have a lifelong impact on a patient’s overall health. Ideally, children should be screened no later than age 7 by an orthodontist who incorporates the latest airway research into their diagnosis and treatment plan.
Pitts Progressive Study Club
Dr Jasmine Gorton at the Pitts Progressive Study Club meeting sharing a new way of addressing tooth and bite issues in young children by using clear aligners. San Diego, CA.
Developing New Orthodontic Products
For many years, Dr. Jasmine Gorton has been invited to join other top orthodontists from across the nation to participate in brainstorming session for developing new orthodontic products. The more hygienic self-ligating braces such as Damon Braces are just one example of projects with which this group has collaborated.
Tech Tips From Dr. Jasmine Gorton
Learn more about Dr. Jasmine Gorton and the changes we have made to the way orthodontics is practiced (especially with COVID-19). Some technologies are applicable to other areas of dentistry as well!
Click here to view the digital May 2020 issue of Orthotown, where you can learn more about Dr. Gorton and Gorton & Schmohl Orthodontics!
Press and Lectures