261. Orthodontic Expansion in Adults? With Dr. Robert "Tito" Norris
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Release Date: 03/24/2025
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SUMMARY: In this episode, Dr. Robert “Tito” Norris shares his clinical expertise on orthodontic expansion and the use of MARPE (Miniscrew-Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion). He explains how MARPE offers a non-surgical solution for transverse maxillary deficiencies in skeletally mature patients. Dr. Norris outlines case selection, biomechanics, and how to identify patients who will benefit most from expansion therapy. The episode also explores the impact of expansion on airway health, facial aesthetics, and long-term stability.
Dr. Robert Norris is devoted to creating smiles for a lifetime. His unique background in mechanical engineering provides him with a distinct advantage in mastering the forces, vectors, and movements inherent in performing orthodontic treatment.
- Dr. Norris attended University of Texas at Austin where he received his bachelor’s degree with honors in Biology and a minor in Mechanical Engineering.
- He was salutatorian of this dental school class at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Dental School.
- He completed a General Practice Residency at the V.A. Hospital in Washington, D.C.
- He completed his orthodontics specialty training at Howard University, and graduating as valedictorian with the highest GPA in the Orthodontic Department’s 25-year history.
Professional Affiliations
- American Dental Association
- American Association of Orthodontists
- Board Certified by the American Board of Orthodontics
- Texas Dental Association