Speaker

Professor Yifan Lin

Topic

Strategies for Effective
Molar Distalization

Abstract

Maxillary molar distalization is a widely used orthodontic technique for addressing mild to moderate dental crowding, dentoalveolar protrusion, and Class II malocclusions. It helps preserve the continuity of the dental arch, relieve crowding, reduce excessive overjet, and improve the Class II molar relationship. Various clinical techniques, including interceptive, fixed appliances and aligners, are employed to achieve effective molar distalization. This lecture will provide an overview of maxillary molar distalization, exploring various clinical techniques and providing insights to optimize treatment for the best outcomes.

Biography

Professor Lin is currently a Clinical Assistant Professor in Orthodontics at the Faculty of Dentistry, HKU. She is the Undergraduate Programme Director in Orthodontics at the Faculty of Dentistry, HKU. She received her Doctor of Stomatological Medicine Degree from Peking University and a PhD Degree from HKU. She holds the Fellowship in Dental Surgery (FDS RCSEd) and the Specialty Membership in Orthodontics of Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (MOrth RCSEd) and the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons (MRACDS (Orth)). Professor Lin’s research interests include artificial intelligence-assisted orthodontic diagnosis, bone biology, and periodontal regeneration. She and her team have received numerous international awards, including the International Association for Dental Research (IADR) GC Centennial Research Grant, the IADR Consortium for Translational Orthodontic Research Award, the IADR Innovation Award for Excellence in Orthodontics Research, and the American Board of Orthodontics Case Report of the Year.