Martin Gorman, DDS

Invisible Aligners
Treating kids with an advanced lightwire functional device
Childhood is when dentists and hygienists should be looking for early signs of malocclusion, writes Dr. Martin Gorman. One method to address this malocclusion is using an advanced lightwire functional appliance. Dr. Gorman reviews how this type of appliance can help.
May 22, 2019
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Imaging Systems
Second Opinion: New technology aids TMD treatment
It's a common scenario for dentists: Patients come to your office complaining of jaw pain. They may also mention that they're getting tension headaches, and they can't get a good night's sleep. As Dr. Martin Gorman writes, it might be temporomandibular disorder (TMD). He looks at the latest technology to help with the diagnosis and treatment.
February 27, 2019
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Restorations
Second Opinion: The case for ending the era of toxic teeth
Dr. Martin Gorman notes that there are issues with the continuing use of dental amalgam fillings containing mercury. In this Second Opinion, he details the published data concerning the use of mercury in fillings and calls for organized dentistry to get behind composite alternatives.
November 5, 2018
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