Advancements in Orthodontics - Dr. Bowman in Rome

Dr. Jay Bowman spoke for the Formazione Straight Wire - Advancement in Orthodontics 2-day Symposium in Rome, Italy.  Jay was the only international speaker invited for the program of Italian orthodontists.  He presented lectures on both days to an enthusiastic audience of specialists, including many good friends.  Jay discussed his innovative use of miniscrew skeletal anchorage, including some of his inventions such as the Ulysses extrusion spring, TAD bite opening spring, Propeller Arm, and patented Horseshoe Jet.  He also reviewed Orthodontic Items of Interest describing the rationale for his signature Butterfly System braces, Kilroy Spring, and Quick Fix device.  Finally, Jay also introduced the AcceleDent system to the audience and discussed his current clinical research on this innovation.  Jay and his brother, John, also took in some of the historic sites in Rome including the Colosseum, Circus Maximus, Spanish Steps, Roman Forum, Vatican museum, Museum of Modern Art, etc. while walking the city.  Thanks to Ottaviano and his great team at Gruppo Micerium Ortodonzia/American Orthodontics for their kind invitation to be a part of their program.  It was great to reconnect with friends and colleagues from Italy.