A Focus on Diagnosis & Preventative Care in Orthodontics (w/Dr. Jack Fisher) [Ep.107]

In this episode of The DOC Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Jack Fisher, an esteemed orthodontist with decades of experience in both clinical practice and education. Dr. Fisher shares his journey, from overcoming dyslexia and ADD to becoming a pioneer in the use of temporary skeletal anchorage devices (TSADs) and CBCT imaging for orthodontic diagnosis and treatment.  The discussion dives into various topics, including the future of orthodontic education, the necessity of early intervention, the use of 3D imaging, evidence-based practice, and the importance of addressing the why in orthodontics. Dr. Fisher emphasizes the need for the orthodontic community to adopt new technologies and approaches to truly improve patients' health, rather than just straightening teeth. 00:27 Meet Dr. Jack Fisher: Orthodontic Pioneer02:56 Dr. Fisher's Early Life and Challenges05:14 The Journey to Orthodontics08:23 Innovations in Orthodontics12:34 The Importance of CBCT Imaging16:44 Orthodontic Education and Challenges24:55 The Future of Orthodontics40:28 The Financial Realities of Orthodontic Practice40:45 Critique of Orthodontic Organizations41:43 Orthodontic Residency Programs and Their Shortcomings43:24 The Importance of CBCT in Orthodontics45:28 Aligners and Their Limitations48:08 The Role of Early Intervention in Orthodontics49:32 Challenges in Orthodontic Research and Evidence-Based Practice53:04 The Future of Orthodontics and Patient Care59:38 The Importance of Nasal Breathing in Orthodontics01:12:10 Concluding Thoughts and Call to Action LINKS:Dr. Mike’s Orthotown Articles: -Part I: https://www.nxtbook.com/farran/orthotown/orthotown-march-2025/index.php?startpage=36#/p/34-Part II: https://www.orthotown.com/magazine/article/9575/beyond-osapart-2Sleep Breathe and Thrive: https://www.drshereenlim.com.au/book/Howard Stupak’s Book: https://a.co/d/iPD8SUtContact Dr. Fisher:  [email protected]