First True Definition Orthodontic Scanner on the West Coast

Riolo Orthodontics has just acquired the first True Definition orthodontic intraoral scanner on the west coast.  This revolutionary hardware can be seen in figure 1; it enables us to “scan” our patient rather than take traditional intraoral impressions.  These scans are used to submit digital models to the lab at 3M Unitek to create custom “Incognito braces” that […]

New Web Page for Riolo Orthodontics

We have been working on updating our website.  We are updating both the look and the content of the site.  we plan on also rolling out a dedicated lingual orthodontics website that will contain a wealth of information regarding Incognito Braces custom braces behind the teeth.  

Orthodontic treatment completed in a fraction of the time?

Riolo Orthodontics now offers accelerated orthodontic treatment using AcceleDent.  Aceledent is designed to work along with conventional orthodontic treatment to accelerate tooth movement. It was clinically proven to move teeth up to 50% faster in a U.S. clinical trial.

The American Lingual Orthodontist Association, (ALOA)

American Lingual Orthodontics Association sponsors an annual education meeting the day before the American Association of Orthodontists annual meeting. The term “lingual” refers to the inside (tongue or palate) surface of the tooth. Lingual braces are attached to that inside surface unlike traditional braces which are fixed to the outside of the teeth. With the braces positioned on […]

Orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning

Correct diagnosis is a crucial part of all patient’s treatment. As a result of orthodontic records collection and analysis, the orthodontist classifies the patient’s malocclusion. That classification helps determines the treatment that will follow based on knowledge that should be derived from evidence. Although clinical experience may be a guide to clinical decision making, clinicians’ experiences are not […]

Seattle Insiders Guide to Incognito Braces Behind the Teeth

This patient displayed a dental Class II malocclusion and required extractions of her upper first premolars in order to retract her front teeth.  Photographs are obtained before treatment and after treatment.  A few commonly asked questions are addressed below and for more information check out,  seattleorthodontist.com/ 

Incognito Truely Invisable Braces Behind the Teeth at Riolo Orthodontics

Welcome to Riolo Orthodontics!  You have begun an exciting journey to get the smile you have always wanted with the premier orthodontic appliance in the world today.  In addition, you have selected the most experienced provider of custom orthodontic solutions in the Pacific Northwest to help you make an amazing transformation.  Incognito™ braces behind the teeth represent the […]

What is Wilckodontics® and the PAOO Procedure?

If you’re considering braces but worry about the time you will have to spend in braces; there are treatment options for you! By combining oral surgery with traditional braces, your orthodontic treatment can be completed quicker than you’ve ever imagined. Riolo Orthodontics offers Periodontally Accelerated Osteogenic Orthodontics(PAOO) also known as Wilkodontics. Drs Riolo and Bayirli can help you […]

Seattle’s guide to frequently asked Clear Aligner and Invisalign questions

What is the difference between Clear Aligners and Invisalign? Invisalign is a particular clear aligner system like “Kleenex” is a particular type of facial tissue or “Band Aid” is a particular type of stick on bandage.  Everyone has heard of Invisalign because its parent company, Align Technology has marketed Invisalign directly to the public.  Align Technology has spent […]

Presenting finished cases and discussing lingual braces “tips” in NYC

We are off to the Andez Hotel on 5th avenue to present to a group of Incognito users from all over the country. We are presenting 3 beautifully finished lingual custom braces treatments and a “Clinical Pearl” related to impacted canines.  The meeting hosted by 3M Unitek is a gathering of the top providers of lingual braces using […]