Extractions and Vertical Dimension: Myths vs. Facts

Extractions and Vertical Dimension: Myths vs. Facts

free webinar
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16 August, 2025
6 PM (Moscow/Athenes)
11 AM (EST)

While it was previously believed that premolar extractions could reduce lower anterior facial height by causing a counter-clockwise rotation of the mandible, modern research indicates little to no such correlation. Despite these findings, some within the orthodontic field continue to debate the issue.

Our guest, Dr. Vasilis Charalampakis, is going to talk about his master’s thesis on this issue conducted under the guidance of Lysle E. Johnston. We are going to present a contemporary evidence-based outlook on extractions and vertical dimension in orthodontics.

Our speaker

Dr. Vasilis Charalampakis undertook his undergraduate training at the University of Athens, receiving his DDS degree in 2010.

His postgraduate orthodontic residency was completed at Saint Louis University in the USA in 2015, under the guidance of the world-renowned academic orthodontists Dr. Rolf Behrents and Dr. Lysle E. Johnston.

During his residency he was exposed to a wide range of orthodontic techniques, appliances and philosophies, studying under more than 30 clinical instructors. His thesis was focused on the effects of premolar extractions on the vertical dimension.

He currently practices orthodontics in Greece and in the UK. He enjoys swimming, travelling, and reading.

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