CTOR Academy

Orthodontic Specialty Program

08/25/2026

🟣 Congratulations to our newest residents and fellows! 💜

We proudly celebrated the White Coat Ceremony for the Class of 2029, Advanced Standing Class of 2028, and our Clinical Fellows — marking an important milestone as they begin the next chapter of their training at CTOR Academy.

We’re excited to see them learn, grow, and work alongside our faculty as they advance their education in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.

Congratulations to all! 🥼✨

08/21/2026

🟣 Last week, we welcomed the newest residents of the Class of 2029 to CTOR Academy!

Orientation Week marked the beginning of their journey in advanced Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, with opportunities to meet faculty, connect with fellow residents, and get ready for the years ahead.

Welcome to the CTOR Academy family, we're excited to be part of your journey!

08/11/2026

🟣 New Publication from CTOR Academy Faculty

Our latest research has been published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine.

Using an animal model, CTOR researchers investigated how deficient growth of the upper jaw may influence the development of the nasal cavity. The findings demonstrate that maxillary constriction can alter the position of the nasal floor and contribute to nasal septum deviation, providing new insight into the biological relationship between craniofacial development and airway health.

🎥 Want to learn more? Dr. Mani Alikhani discusses the study, its findings, and their clinical implications in the latest episode of our Biology of Orthodontics series on the CTOR YouTube channel.

📖 Read the full article through the link in our stories.

08/10/2026

🟣 New Biology of Orthodontics video now available!

Can the way the jaws develop influence the shape of the nose?

In the latest episode of our Biology of Orthodontics series, Dr. Mani Alikhani presents groundbreaking CTOR research demonstrating that the mouth and nose develop as part of the same biological system.

Based on CTOR's latest animal study, the research shows how deficient growth of the upper jaw may influence the development of the nasal cavity and contribute to nasal septum deviation—one of the leading causes of nasal obstruction and mouth breathing.

These findings reinforce the importance of early diagnosis and Interceptive Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics to help guide healthy facial growth and support optimal oral function and airway health.

▶️ Watch the full lecture on the CTOR YouTube channel.

08/07/2026

🟣 CTOR Academy at GORP 2026!

Last week, our residents and faculty had the opportunity to attend the Graduate Orthodontic Residents Program (GORP®) 2026 at the University of Michigan, a long-standing educational event that brings together orthodontic residents from programs across the United States and Canada.

From outstanding lectures and discussions to reconnecting with colleagues and building new professional relationships, GORP continues to be a valuable experience for the next generation of orthodontists.

Thank you to the University of Michigan, the AAO, and everyone involved in making another successful GORP possible!

08/05/2026

🟣 New Publication from CTOR Academy Faculty

We're proud to share that our latest clinical case report has been published in the 2026 Fall issue of the Middle Atlantic Society of Orthodontists (MASO) Journal.

The article explores the non-surgical correction of a severe adult skeletal open bite with maxillary constriction using maxillary expansion and the CTOR Intrusion Plate. It discusses the biological and biomechanical considerations behind treating these complex cases and presents an alternative approach for carefully selected patients seeking to avoid orthognathic surgery.

Congratulations to our authors:
• Dr. Fanar Abdullah
• Dr. Shamelly Diaz
• Dr. Jeanne Nervina
• Dr. Cristina C. Teixeira
• Dr. Mani Alikhani

We are proud to see our faculty continuing to advance evidence-based orthodontics through research, innovation, and clinical excellence.

07/27/2026

🟣 We're excited to welcome our newest residents to CTOR Academy while celebrating the return of our continuing classes. Together with our faculty, they'll spend the year learning, collaborating, and pushing the boundaries of evidence-based orthodontics through research and clinical excellence.

Here's to another year of growth, innovation, and inspiring the next generation of orthodontists. Welcome to the CTOR Academy family!

07/17/2026

🟣 Welcome to the Class of 2028!

CTOR Academy is pleased to welcome our newest Advanced Standing residents to the Orthodontics Specialty Program:

• Dr. Pedro Falcão Araujo, DDS
• Dr. Israa Hacham, DDS, MS
• Dr. Itala Kurlat, DDS

We look forward to supporting them as they continue their advanced training in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics at CTOR Academy. Welcome to the CTOR community! 💜

07/16/2026

🟣 Meet Our 2026–2027 Clinical Fellows

We are pleased to welcome this year's fellows to CTOR Academy for advanced clinical education and training.

Clinical Fellowship in Advanced Dentofacial Orthopedics
• Dr. Vincent DeMaio
• Dr. Alain Hu
• Dr. Andreina Reimpell
• Dr. Amitis Sarbaz

Clinical Fellowship in Orthodontics
• Dr. Volmir Antonio Faedo Jr.
• Dr. Ziyue Jessica Sun

Welcome to CTOR Academy! We look forward to the academic year ahead. 💜

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