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Ep. 9 The Orthodontist On a Mission, Dr. Courtney Lavigne

Dec 10, 2023 · 54m 32s
Ep. 9 The Orthodontist On a Mission, Dr. Courtney Lavigne
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This podcast features a conversation between Dr. Stacy Ochoa, a dentist, and Dr. Courtney Lavigne, a dentist who specialized in restorative dentistry before transitioning to orthodontics. They discuss the importance...

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This podcast features a conversation between Dr. Stacy Ochoa, a dentist, and Dr. Courtney Lavigne, a dentist who specialized in restorative dentistry before transitioning to orthodontics. They discuss the importance of considering airway health and sleep in dental and orthodontic practices. Dr. Levine shares her journey of discovering the significance of airway health and sleep concerning overall health.

The conversation covers topics such as the challenges of integrating airway health into orthodontic practices, the need for interdisciplinary collaboration, and the importance of identifying and addressing underlying health issues in patients. Dr. Lavigne emphasizes the need for dentists to understand the connection between airway health, sleep, and overall well-being, and to incorporate this knowledge into their treatment plans.

Dr. Lavigne discusses how sold her restorative practice in 2020 and began her orthodontic residency.

The conversation highlights the importance of considering airway health and sleep in dental and orthodontic practices and the need for dentists to stay informed and adapt their approaches to provide comprehensive care for their patients. Dr. Lavigne's journey serves as a reminder of the impact that airway health can have on overall health and the potential for dentists to make a difference in their patient's lives.

Dr. Lavigne encourages orthodontists to have an open mind and consider the potential impact of the airway on orthodontic treatment.


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CHAPTERS:

00:03 - Introduction to Dr. Lavigne
07:57 - Paradigm shift and mindset
17:49 - Recognizing limitations and responsibilities
26:13 - Collaboration between dentists and orthodontists
37:42 - Setting up kids for orthodontic handoff
43:45 - Importance of listening and open-mindedness
49:56 - Childhood influences and gratitude

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Learnings:
What is the podcast about?
The podcast is about the importance of sleep and Airway health for kids.
Who is the host of the podcast?
Dr. Stacy Ochoa is the host of the podcast.
Who is the guest in this episode?
The guest in this episode is Dr. Courtney Levine.
What is Dr. Lavigne's background?
Dr. Lavigne practiced restorative dentistry for a decade before specializing in orthodontics. She has earned her doctorate at the University Of Connecticut and has gained several honors and fellowships in her field.
Why did Dr. Lavigne decide to go back to school for orthodontics?
Dr. Lavigne decided to go back to school for orthodontics because she realized the importance of Airway health and wanted to provide better treatment for her patients.
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Author Dr. Stacy Becker, DDS
Organization Stacy Ochoa
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