Dr Dan Shaffer BDS RDT PGCertDentLaw

AI in Dentistry

May 3, 2023

AI and machine learning will not put health professionals out of business; rather, they will make it possible for health professionals to do their jobs better and leave time for the human–human interactions that make Dentistry the rewarding profession we all value₁. There is virtually no area in medicine and care delivery that is not…

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Take a good impression

February 24, 2023

“The results of any case are based on a good quality, correctly executed impression or an accurate digital intraoral scan.“ I always try to picture the poor technician having to make an excellent quality product using an impression with defects, voids or under-extensions. I used to phone him up and plead with him to ‘make…

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Troubleshooting for clear aligners

February 10, 2023

Join Dan & Wayne in conversation Troubleshooting for clear aligners The webinar will benefit dentists, orthotherapists and treatment coordinators engaged in or looking to initiate orthodontic clear aligner therapy. It will help clinicians consolidate their knowledge, expand their clinical offering and build practice revenue. Delegates will gain an understanding of the key problems that can…

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IPR made easy

January 14, 2023

IPR Made Simple for the GDP: Risks, Benefits & Top Tips What is IPR and Why Does it Matter? Interproximal Reduction (IPR) is a common and often necessary technique in modern orthodontics, especially with clear aligners. For the general dental practitioner (GDP), understanding when, how, and why to use IPR – and how to avoid…

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For Dentists by Dentists- So what?

January 12, 2023

Insights from the Active Aligners clinical support team What makes us different?  Active Aligners is set up for dentists, by dentists and offers a more bespoke aligner experience. We pride ourselves on delivering a high level of support and personal customer service, encouraging dentists to engage directly with us when the need arises. Active Aligners…

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Free marketing materials

December 9, 2022

FREE marketing materials

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How clear aligners offer opportunities in a growing market

November 5, 2022

How clear aligners offer opportunities in a growing market As market data suggests that clear aligner sales will continue to expand across the UK, Dr Dan Shaffer details how practices can share in some of this growth. Significant market growth Clear aligners represent a huge business opportunity for your practice. A  high degree of digitisation…

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Case Selection for Active Aligners

October 24, 2022

Case selection for Active AlignersDr Dan Shaffer  & Dr Wayne Hirschowitz

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Marketing for Dentists by Dentists-1-SMILES

October 15, 2022

Marketing for Dentists by Dentists 1- SMILES Clear aligner treatments can be challenging, to deliver effectively without the correct support from the manufacturer, the Dentist and their team. THINK- Are you confident in meeting your patients’ expectations from their treatments? Why Use Active Aligners? Drawing on the results of thousands of clear aligner treatments, Active…

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Marketing for Dentists by Dentists-2-TRAINING

October 15, 2022

Marketing for Dentists by Dentists 2- TRAINING Gain the knowledge and insight that is essential to provide quality aligner treatments in your clinic with our FREE accreditation course and online education series. Why Use Active Aligners? Drawing on the results of thousands of clear aligner treatments, Active Aligners has established treatment planning protocols to enhance…

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