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Proceedings Of The 2023 Iaom Convention, International Association Of Orofacial Myology Oct 2023

Proceedings Of The 2023 Iaom Convention, International Association Of Orofacial Myology

International Journal of Orofacial Myology and Myofunctional Therapy

The International Association of Orofacial Myology (IAOM) held its 2023 Convention in Chandler, Arizona from October 13 - 15. The Proceedings of the Convention contain abstracts and summaries of podium and poster presentations.


Early Orthodontists, Their Challenges, And Their Significant Impact On Orofacial Myology, Charlotte A. Boshart Nov 2021

Early Orthodontists, Their Challenges, And Their Significant Impact On Orofacial Myology, Charlotte A. Boshart

International Journal of Orofacial Myology and Myofunctional Therapy

“Knowing your history can give you the tools to shape your future.” Gloria Feldt’s insightful quote inspires us to delve into the past and learn from those who came before us. This article chronicles the journey of several individuals who shaped the field of orthodontics and influenced the formation of the specialty of orofacial myology. The early years of orthodontics were challenging. In addition to the struggle to elevate the focus of orthodontics beyond mechanics, there was the challenge to convince academia to deem it worthy of post-graduate study. Dr. Edward H. Angle left his indelible mark on orthodontics and …