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What Does an Orthodontic Treatment Coordinator Do?

When you think of orthodontics, you probably picture braces, clear aligners, and visits to the orthodontist’s chair. But behind the scenes, there's a key person helping make the entire experience smooth, stress-free, and even enjoyable: the Orthodontic Treatment Coordinator. So, what exactly does a treatment coordinator do—and why are they such an important part of your orthodontic journey? The Bridge Between Patients and the Practice An orthodontic treatment coordinator (often called a TC) is your personal guide from the moment you walk into the practice for a consultation. Their main job is to be the liaison between the orthodontist and [...]

July 21, 2025|

Prepare for Summer Busy Season in Your Orthodontic Practice

Busy season is approaching for orthodontic practices.  Prepare your team and your office. When is the busy season for orthodontic offices? The busiest season for most orthodontic offices is June, July, and August, coinciding with the time most kids are out of school for summer vacation. This allows parents to schedule their children's appointments without worrying about missing classes. This is also a popular time for starting orthodontic treatment because with most kids home for the summer, it’s easier for parents to monitor their child’s compliance and oral hygiene and start good habits during their orthodontic treatment before they start [...]

May 20, 2025|

Reduce Turnover and Boost Your Bottom Line: The Importance of Orthodontic Employee Training

We’ve heard the saying “you have to spend money to make money,” but spending money on training your orthodontic team is also key to saving money and reducing patient loss. Quality employee training might sound like a lot of expensive, hands-on time, but a reliable, online training option lets your team members learn at their own pace. Your orthodontic assistants can learn from experts in the field, making them more skilled and efficient at their jobs, without your active or constant involvement.  Highly Trained Assistants: The Key to a Successful Practice Orthodontic assistants play a crucial role in the day-to-day [...]

March 25, 2025|

Changes for orthodontic assistant training in Maryland – and how Trapezio can help

In 2008, Trapezio recognized a critical need for an efficient, cost-effective, and accessible way to help orthodontic assistants in Maryland earn their Expanded Functions Qualification, which was required by the state. At that time, the existing training options were limited and there was difficulty meeting the specific needs of orthodontic teams. In response, Trapezio worked closely with Maryland doctors and pursued board approval for its Orthodontic Assisting Level 1 and Orthodontic Assisting Level 2 programs. These comprehensive programs were designed to prepare orthodontic assistants to sit for the Maryland Expanded Functions Exam. With this educational background and hands-on experience necessary, assistants could then apply to [...]

March 9, 2025|