Talking uLab Clear Aligners with Orthodontist Dr. Sky Naslenas

The Golden Age of Orthodontics

On today’s episode of the Golden Age of Orthodontics, Dr. Sky Naslenas joins Amy and Dr. Leon to share her experience with using uLab Clear Aligners. Dr. Naslenas has years of experience not only in orthodontics in general, but delivering the treatment utilizing the most aesthetic (invisible) orthodontic braces. Tune in to hear more on how to provide the proper treatment plans for patients who wish to use clear aligners and how to integrate uLab into your practice.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• [03:20] Dr. Sky’s experience providing aligner therapy to patients.
• [09:10] How uLab works directly with Orthodontists.
• [13:00] Staging treatments based on patient needs.
• [18:45] Covid’s impact on treatment.
• [25:00] The role of digital assistance in orthodontic practices.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Technology with clear aligners has allowed staging treatments that work with patients' needs.
• Clear aligners allow for flexibility with virtual visits.
• Digital assistance is an important role for orthodontic practices to have in order to implement treatment plans.

RESOURCE LINKS

Orthodontic Studio

BIO:

Dr. Sky Naslenas is an orthodontist from Toronto, owner of Orthodontic Studio with two locations in Canada. She earned her Masters of Science degree and Orthodontic certification in 2005 from the University of Toronto. Dr. Naslenas has been a presenter and invited speaker at several of the industry’s top events, including the annual meetings of the Canadian Association of Orthodontists, the American Association of Orthodontists, and the American Cleft Lip and Palate Association. She has also spoken at the general annual meeting for Dental Assistants and Hygienists. In addition to her work at Orthodontic Studio, Dr. Naslenas also works at the Hospital for Sick Children. There she’s committed to working with children with craniofacial anomalies, cleft lips and palate syndrome, and other developmental challenges.