2-Day Digital Orthodontics (Live Course Recording) – Baron Grutter, DDS

Digital Orthodontics Training: From Diagnosis to Clinical Design & Guide/Appliance Production

(Online Course) | Baron Grutter DDS – Anywhere, Anytime

This video course provides a practical roadmap to digital orthodontics—from acquiring 3D data (intraoral/model scans, CBCT), tooth–jaw segmentation and analysis, and movement simulation, to appliance design (clear aligners, indirect bonding trays, simple splints/surgical guides) and preparing production files for 3D printing/CAM. The content is fully clinic-oriented and case-based, with step-by-step workflows, error-reduction tips, and standardized reporting/documentation.

What you’ll learn

• Digital data acquisition: principles of intraoral scanning, STL + DICOM fusion (when CBCT is needed), model cleanup and alignment

• Digital analysis & diagnosis: dental–skeletal assessment, arch analysis, Bolton/contacts, space management, and scenario simulations

• Digital treatment planning: defining movement objectives, biomechanical limitations, and logical movement sequencing

• Appliance design:

  • Clear Aligners (stage design, attachments, IPR, checking points)

  • Indirect Bonding (IDB) trays for precise bracket placement

  • Simple splints/guides (for interdisciplinary needs)

• Ready-to-Print/CAM: mesh preparation, thickness settings, extrude/trim, nesting, and baseline parameters for 3D printing

• Clinical workflow: delivery checklists, follow-ups, documentation, and common troubleshooting

Highlights & Benefits

• Case-based teaching with step-by-step videos and a “why/how” explanation for each decision

• Full pipeline coverage: Data → Diagnosis → Design → Delivery

• Practical tips to reduce common errors (mismatch, artifacts, over/under-correction)

• Templates/Checklists to standardize team workflows

• Ideal for orthodontic and aesthetic dental clinics aiming to digitize part of their treatment pathway

Sample Syllabus

• File types and formats: STL/OBJ, DICOM, PLY

• Model alignment, reference setting, and registration

• Arch and space analysis, midline/Curve of Spee, overjet/overbite

• Movement planning: limitations, attachments/engagers, rational IPR

• Building IDB trays and clean bonding tips

• Preparation for 3D Print/CAM and fit testing

• Appliance delivery, patient instructions, troubleshooting

• Digital documentation and reporting

Note: Software names/versions may vary depending on the course package; universal principles and standard file workflows are covered.

Format & Access

• Content type: HD training videos + supporting files (checklists/sample files, where provided)

• Language: English

• Audience level: Intermediate to advanced (General/Ortho)

• Access: Online – View Anywhere, Anytime (as per poster)

Intended Audience

• Orthodontic specialists and residents

• General dentists focusing on aligners/IDB

• Digital labs and clinic support teams

Practical Applications

• Launch or upgrade a digital orthodontic workflow in your practice

• Reduce rework through precise planning and clean files

• Improve predictability for aligner/IDB treatments

FAQ

Is this course suitable for beginners?
Yes. Core data preparation and model alignment are reviewed from the ground up. Basic familiarity with scanners and orthodontic concepts is assumed for best results.

Are practice files included?
Depends on the package. If included, sample files/checklists will be available in the course panel.

Does it depend on a specific software?
The focus is on principles and standard formats. Tool names may differ across platforms, but the logic for Ready-to-Print/CAM outputs is shared and transferable.