Orange County CE Live Event: Invisalign for Growing Patients

Description

Date: September 18–19, 2026

Location: Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Hotel, Huntington Beach, California

Investment: $2999
Member Conversion Credit of $500 – credit if non-member joins CNL within 7 days after the event

Set against the stunning backdrop of the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Hotel, this course offers 16 hours of CA CB accredited continuing education, specifically designed for treating growing patients with Invisalign. 

Led by renowned experts Dr. Michael R. Ricupito, Dr. Michael E. Ricupito, and Dr. Terry Codington, this course will provide you with the skills and knowledge to successfully treat young patients and expand your practice’s offerings.

This is an essential opportunity for practitioners who want to expand their expertise in pediatric orthodontics and grow their practice by offering advanced, patient-focused Invisalign treatments. The serene setting of the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Hotel provides the perfect environment for learning, networking, and relaxation.

What You’ll Learn:

• The Case for Invisalign in Growing Patients: Understand the benefits of treating growing patients with Invisalign and how to integrate aligner therapy into your practice.
• Latest Invisalign Technology: Stay updated with the latest tools and techniques to enhance your Invisalign treatment outcomes.
• Orthodontic Case Finishing: Learn proper techniques for achieving ideal occlusion and esthetic outcomes in growing patients.
• Attachment Reviews and Aligner Biomechanics: Grasp the effective use of attachments and aligner biomechanics in guiding young patients’ dental development.
• Growth and Development Considerations: Gain insights into how growth and development impact Invisalign treatment and how to plan accordingly.
• Lateral Cephalometric Analysis: Understand the role of cephalometric analysis in planning treatments for growing patients.
• In-Depth Case Reviews: Explore a variety of case types, including:
• Teen Class 1 Malocclusions
• Teen Anterior Open Bite
• Teen Class 3 Bolton Excess
• Teen Deep Bite and Class 2 Malocclusions
• Gummy Smile Cases
• Unilateral Class 2 Malocclusions
• Class 3 Skeletal Cases
• TMD Management in Teen Patients
• Invisalign First Cases
• Invisalign Palatal Expander Techniques
• Teen Pre-restorative Invisalign
• Teen TMD Management
• Laser Gingivectomy for Teens
• Management of Erupting Canines
• Elastics Use in Teen Cases
• Invisalign Strategies for Impacted Teeth
• 3D Printed Mixed Transition Retainers

Practical Applications: Learn how to apply these concepts with practical tips for managing cases, refining treatment plans, and using technology like 3D printing.

Interactive Q&A: Engage in an open discussion with experts on treating growing patients with Invisalign.

Dr. Michael R. Ricupito, DDS, MS

Dr. Michael R. Ricupito has years of achievements in his longtime career of being an orthodontist. A graduate of the UOP Dugoni School of Dentistry and the UCLA School of Dentistry’s Orthodontics program, Dr. Ricupito is a Board Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics. He has served as the Past President of the California Association of Orthodontics and is an esteemed faculty member, holding positions as an Adjunct Associate Professor of Orthodontics at the UOP School of Dentistry and an Associate Clinical Professor at UCSF School of Dentistry. Dr. Michael R. Ricupito is also a consultant for the California Dental Board, contributing his extensive knowledge and experience to the field.

Dr. Michael E. Ricupito DDS

Michael E. Ricupito, DDS, MS is an orthodontist in private practice and a member of the Clearly Next Level (CNL) Faculty, where he teaches Advanced Clinical Invisalign with a focus on aligner therapy for growing patients, including Invisalign First®, Invisalign Palatal Expander (IPE), and Invisalign Teen®.

Dr. Ricupito graduated as Valedictorian from the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, finishing first in a class of 141 students, before completing his orthodontic residency at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and earning a Master of Science in Oral and Craniofacial Anatomy. During his residency, he served as Chief Resident and received the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists Research Award. He is an active member of the American Association of Orthodontists and the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists and is passionate about advancing evidence-based orthodontic care through education and clinical excellence.

Dr. Terry Codington, DDS

Dr. Terry Codington is a nationally recognized GP dentist whose clinical practice is dedicated exclusively to orthodontics using the Invisalign® system. A graduate of the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, he provides Invisalign care at Aloha Dental Group in Silicon Valley and at SmileWorld Orthodontics, Kona Smile Co., and Kona Pediatric Dentistry in Hawaiʻi. He enjoys treating both adult Invisalign patients as well as growing patients using Invisalign First®, Invisalign Palatal Expander (IPE), and Invisalign Teen®.

Now in his 9th year as an Align Technology Global Faculty member and Key Opinion Leader (KOL), Dr. Codington is a leading educator in Invisalign therapy throughout North America. He co-founded The AIR Chats and The AIR Institute, mentoring thousands of general dentists each year. He is also the founder of Clearly Next Level (CNL), a premier Invisalign education and mentorship organization dedicated to helping general dentists master comprehensive orthodontics with clear aligner therapy.

Through his lectures, hands-on training, and clinical mentorship, Dr. Codington remains committed to advancing the quality of Invisalign treatment and helping dentists deliver exceptional patient outcomes.