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Consortium of Orthodontic Specialty by Academia

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ABOUT

To deliver high-quality orthodontic specialty careby academia in a private practice setting.

OUR MISSION

OUR VISIONTo establish mentoring, and continue a monitoring program of newly-

graduated orthodontists, working under highly-experienced academia, who are actively involved in an accredited specialty teaching institution, as well as having a high-performing private practice setting to provide

monitoring and continuity of the orthodontic care delivered by established general dentists or specialty group practices.

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There are so many reasons to choose C.O.S.A.:

All associates are board certified.All consultants and board specialists (Diplomate of the American Boardof Orthodontics) are professors at universities.The technology we use makes us the most up-to-date orthodontists in our field.Our providers, assistants, management, and teams receive continuous education and retraining.Patients are managed and observed throughout treatment.Our prices are very comparable to other, less knowledgeable clinics.

We accept self-pay financing and medical aid (when eligible).

Our Use of the Treatment Monitoring System (TMS)

Dolphin Management and Imaging has been utilized in the past eight years with one of the C.O.S.A. partners. C.O.S.A. partners can also offer free consultation and training to the management staff running the clinic for the day-to-day operation to streamline monitoring, not only treatment plans but also scheduling, billing, finance.

Any new cases will be directly monitored, treatment planned, and supervised by C.O.S.A. C.O.S.A and its associates will start these cases together (starting from initial exam, diagnostic and treatment planning, VTO (Visual Treatment Objective) - computer simulation, consultation, and initial placement of appliances until the first check up visit). Any subsequent visits will be seen by the associate with monthly monitoring on progress, either remotely or in person by C.O.S.A.

Yearly progress will be discussed to decide treatment progress, or if there is any minor modification needed in treatment.

During finishing and detailing, C.O.S.A. will help directly to give advice, as well as to ensure 99-100% excellent board-quality finish in almost every case. C.O.S.A. will advise the management clinic when the optimal capacity of each clinic per doctor/provider has been reached (usually about 60 patients per day). This will ensure quality and continuation of treatment.

With TMS, C.O.S.A. will break the myth that corporate group dental practices deliver substandard orthodontic care. On the contrary, with hosting everything under one roof, C.O.S.A. will make sure that difficult cases can be reviewed in an interdisciplinary manner.

It was November 2014 when Dr. Joseph Kunnel and Dr. Budi Kusnoto had their first meeting discussing a unique idea which later developed into the Consortium of Orthodontic Specialty by Academia (COSA).

Both have been involved with orthodontic education for more than 15 years, while maintaining busy private practices. In the past 5 years, Drs. Kusnoto and Kunnel have observed the trend of orthodontic specialty residency programs, as well as the marketplace of the newly-graduated orthodontists. While passionate and thriving for delivering excellent orthodontic treatment, Drs. Kusnoto and Kunnel hold a similar basic belief: “In this world, you can only get two out of the three things that people have always wanted: FAST – GOOD – CHEAP”.

Growing orthodontic practices require the clear understanding that quality and service must come first. In this day, economic patients demand that service be delivered quick, yet inexpensive. Many patients don’t even understand the importance of a good, healthy dental arrangement. It is our duty as well-trained dental professionals, particularly in this case, for the orthodontist to be able to educate the public. Built with the mind-set of a dental educator and academia, Dr. Kusnoto and Dr. Kunnel know the limit and the meaning of the FAST – GOOD – CHEAP triangle. One can’t expect to have an excellent treatment done in a timely manner, but in a very inexpensive way. On the other hand, one can’t expect that something that was done fast in a very inexpensive way can actually be of the highest quality.

Orthodontics is the oldest specialty in dentistry, which treats dental malocclusions and skeletal deformities. It’s one of the few specialties in which the treatment for patients can last anywhere from one year to several years, depending on the degree of difficulty of the case. this means that it is extremely important that there is a continuity of care for the patient. Due to changing dynamics in the health care field, and a population migration, it is now challenging to have a continuity of care. With those premises, and with what we have observed in the past on the trend of the expansion of dental practices, we realize that if you work as a team, and everybody specializes in what they are good at, a high- quality orthodontic treatment can be delivered.

All of our specialists are board-certified. They are all involved in active research, and versatile with the latest advances in the orthodontic field. They each have their own private practice, with several of them instrumental in the founding and operations of two major dental schools.

INTRODUCTION WHY CHOOSE C.O.S.A.?

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Aligner Therapy

A more esthetic alternative to traditional metal or clear braces, designed to straighten teeth. Similar to braces, clear aligners move teeth into the proper position using gentle forces, but without the metal wires and brackets.

We use only the best quality, name-brand appliances, such as 3M, and all appliances are made in the U.S.A.

Dolphin Imaging, Dolphin Cloud and Dolphin 3D software

Dolphin Imaging Software is an FDA-cleared Class II medical device.Dolphin Imaging allows us to effortlessly manage patient picture and x-ray images.It is the foundation of the Dolphin product suite. It is carefully designed for quick learning, and let’s us effectively capture, organize and present image records. It also includes a set of powerful and user-friendly tools for conveying treatment plans and for easily communicating ideas.

Dolphin Cloud is a comprehensive service that enhances your total Dolphin experience. Services include Cloud Sessions, a hosted solution that give us access to the entire Dolphin Imaging and Management product line without the need of a local server.

Dolphin 3D software is a powerful tool that make processing 3D data extremely simple, enabling dental specialists from a wide variety of disciplines to diagnose, plan treatment, document and present cases. Dolphin 3D allows visualization and analysis of craniofacial anatomy from data produced by cone beam computed tomography (CBCT), MRI, medical CT, and 3D facial camera systems. This software is widely used by research/teaching institutes and private practices world-wide.

Dolphin Practice Management Cloud

This software manages all the data from all of the Dolphin software we use to make it easier to find all patient pictures and data in one place.

Remote Monitoring SystemThis allows your smartphone to capture tooth movements and communicate those movements to your orthodontist, making it possible to treat your case more efficiently and decreasing your overall treatment time.

Accelerated Tooth MovementAccelerated orthodontic movement is a new method used by orthodontists to speed up your treatment, reducing overall treatment time and risks of side effects. Utilization of appliances like Acceledent or Propel can speed up the response of the tissues to orthodontic forces.

Computer-Driven Custom-Made Appliances (braces)

SureSmile

Your orthodontist can create a three-dimensional computer simulation of your teeth, which will be used to create an effective plan to move your teeth into the preferred final position in a virtual setting with pinpoint accuracy.

iCAT (CBCT) and Digital Intraoral Scanning

This advanced imaging system will help capture more clear and accurate information during the diagnostic stages, leading to better-fitting appliances and higher quality results at the end of your treatment.

Lingual Braces

These braces are placed behind your teeth, completely hidden from view. Unlike traditional braces, systems like Incognito and Harmony will straighten your teeth while allowing you to smile with confidence simultaneously.

C.O.S.A. USES THE MOST UP-TO-DATE

TECHNOLOGY

As with anything, technology for orthodontics is constantly changing. We strive to keep up with all the current innovations to better serve our patients. Below are just a few of the technologies currently used by C.O.S.A. associates:

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Comprehensive clinical exam and discussion of chief concerns.

Diagnostic Records: a. Photographs of the teeth b. Radiography (Panoramic and Cephalometric) c. Impressions of the teeth to fabricate dental stone models.

Treatment Planning and Simulation: a. Cephalometric Analysis - Angular and linear measurements of the dental and facial structures. b. Growth prediction for younger patients. c. Visual Treatment Objective.

Appliance Delivery and Treatment Initiation.

Treatment Monitoring - treatment will be monitored not only by your treating orthodontist, but a group of board-certified specialists and faculty orthodontists.

Finishing and Detailing.

Retention and Long-term Monitoring.

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THE COSA PROCESS

Our COSA apps

COSA equips its members with highly sophisticated and secure mobile apps and web portal to integrate its operation. The synergistic combination between the mobile apps and its web portal will allow all COSA providers and associates to communicate and coordinate their services and availability throughout COSA affiliated clinics, which will enable streamlined, highest-standard care of oral health to their patients.

Indirect Bonding System

The indirect bonding method of placing braces ensures precise bracket positioning, and shortens the length of your appointment, among other advantages. This can be performed by hand in the office, or sent to the lab to be performed using advanced digital technological systems, such as SureSmile or Insignia.

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Traditional Metal Braces with arch wire and bands

Self-Ligating Braces:The bracket attaches itself

to the archwire using no bands

Damon® Clear Self-Ligating Braces

SmartClip® Self-Ligating Bracket

GAC In-Ovation® Self-Ligating Bracket

Invisalign® Custom-made, clear aligners

3M® Incognito™ Appliance System

OFFERING A LARGE VARIETY OF APPLIANCES

COSA Founder, Director

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSDiplomate of the American Board of OrthodonticsChicago Dental SocietyAmerican Association of OrthodonticsInternational Association of Dental ResearchAmerican Dental Association

JOSEPH KUNNELDDS, MS, PhD

Board Certified Orthodontist

American Board of OrthodonticsOrthodontics, University of Illinois at ChicagoNorthwestern University Dental SchoolNorthwestern University Medical SchoolPrivate Practice – Founder director of COSA,Associate Professor and former Chief of Orthodontics at Midwestern University, Assistant Professor at Northwestern University’s Medical School in Chicago

Board Certified:Residency and MS:

DDS, MS:PhD:

Positions:

Dr. Kunnel, a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, was the former Chief Orthodontist at Midwestern University School of Dental Medicine in Downers Grove, IL; is an Assistant Professor at Northwestern University’s Medical School in Chicago and an Orthodontic instructor at Northshore University Hospital in Evanston. Dr. Kunnel has been the recipient of several awards including the Orhan C. Tuncay Teaching Fellowship Award from the American Association of Orthodontists, the Clinical Scientist Award from the National Institute of Health, and the Howard Hughes Award. He has published several peer reviewed scientific papers, and lectures at many national and international meetings.

Dr. Kunnel offers children, teens and adults the most advanced materials, equipment and techniques in orthodontics with the goal of assisting each patient in achieving healthy, functioning teeth and an inviting smile. Dr. Kunnel offers treatment options that include, traditional braces, self-ligating braces or highly esthetic clear braces. Dr. Kunnel is a certified Invisalign provider, and offers Invisalign aligners to patients who want a virtually invisible option for straightening their teeth.

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SALEH AL-KHARSADMD

GINU DAHIYAMS, DDM, BS

Education:University of Illinois at Chicago,College of DentistryCertificate of OrthodonticsMasters of Sciences in Oral BiologyTufts University School of Dental MedicineDoctor of Medical DentistryCase Western Reserve UniversityBA in Biology

Experience:University of Illinois at Chicago School of Dental MedicineOrthodontic Teaching AssistantNorth Shore Community Health Center,Salem, MADental ExternTUSDM Fixed Prosthodontics Course,Boston, MATeaching Assistant

Research Experience:University of Illinois at Chicago, Departmentof OrthodonticsTufts University School of Dental MedicineCase Western Reserve University,Cleveland, OH

Education:University of Illinois at Chicago,College of DentistrySpecialty Certificate in OrthodonticsUniversity of Illinois at Chicago,Graduate CollegeMaster of Science in Oral SciencesCase Western Reserve University ofDental MedicineDoctor of Dental MedicineUniversity of TorontoHonors Bachelor of Sciences-Human Biology,Physiology and South Asian Studies

Experience:Case Western Reserve UniversityAssociate OrthodontistNBDE Parts I & II TutorEmergency ClinicCadaver Dissector and TutorHealth Science LibraryAssistant LibrarianIron Mountain Records ManagementData Entry Specialist

Professional Memberships:American Association of OrthodontistsIllinois Society of OrthodontistsChicago Dental SocietyAmerican Dental Association

COSA Associates COSA Associates

DANIELLE PIANODMD, MS

ANGELA W. LUDMD, MS

Education:Loma Linda UnversityCertificate of Orthodontics and Dentofacial OrthopedicsMasters of ScienceMidwestern University - College of Dental Medicine IllinoisDoctor of Dental MedicineLoyola University ChicagoBachelor of Science, Biology & Minor in Psychology

Experience:Loma Linda Orthdontic ClinicMidwestern University Multi-Specialty Clinic

Professional Memberships:Chicago Dental SocietyIllinois State Dental SocietyAmerican Dental AssociationAmerican Association of Orthodontics

Education:Unversity of Illinois at Chicago,College of DentistryCertificate of OrthodonticsMaster of Science in Oral SciencesUniversity of Connecticut - School of Dental MedicineDoctor of Dental MedicineColumbia University- Barnard CollegeBA in Biological Sciences

Experience:Allcare Orthodontic CenterOrthodontistYale University – School of Medicine, Department of Molecular Biophysics and BiochemistryResearch AssistantDepartment of Nutrition, St. Luke’s – Roosevelt HospitalResearch Assistant

Professional Memberships:Chicago Dental SocietyAmerican Association of OrthodonticsIllinois Society of OrthodontistSigma Xi Research Society

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Voluntary COSA Senior Consultant

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSAmerican Association of OrthodontistsAmerican Dental AssociationIllinois Society of OrthodontistsIndonesian Dental SocietyMidwest Society of OrthodontistsIndonesian Assoc. of OrthodontistsAmerican Dental Education AssociationSociety of Orthodontic Education

BUDI KUSNOTODDS, MS

Board Certified Orthodontist

Dr. Kusnoto obtained his master degree in oral sciences and specialty in orthodontics in 1998 from University of Illinois at Chicago and did his fellowship in Craniofacial Center in 1999. Dr Kusnoto has been full time associate professor at the orthodontic specialty program in U of Illinois at Chicago and clinical director of the program since 2005. Dr Kusnoto also an internationally recognized author, lecturer, and researcher who also enjoys teaching, researching, and practicing orthodontics. In 2008, Dr Kusnoto founded AllCare Orthodontic Center clinic in Bridgeport, Chicago, IL with the goal to deliver highest quality orthodontic. In end 2014, Dr Kusnoto and Dr Joseph Kunnel established a unique partnership with the mission to provide continuity of high-quality orthodontic treatment by academia in a private practice setting (COSA) as a voluntary non-paid consultant.

AllCare Orthodontic Center under the care of Dr Kusnoto has successfully delivers smile using its SMILE (Simplified Modern Individualized Life-changing and Excellence) principle to thousands of patients since 2005, extending its patient care as COSA.

In 2014-2015, Dr Kusnoto welcome Dr Maria Therese Galang followed by Dr Phimon Atsawasuwan (both Board Certified Orthodontists) as part of delivering high quality orthodontic treatment in as voluntary non-paid COSA consultant orthodontists. Dr Kusnoto has a saying “You have to practice what you teach”, this is how he and his team at COSA are able to deliver high quality orthodontic treatment while preserving family touch in a friendly atmosphere.

Born in Jakarta, Indonesia, Dr Kusnoto and his wife Katharina also a dentist are blessed with two children, Vivian and Vincent. In his relax time, he enjoys spending time with his family, going to the movies (he is big Sci-Fi fans), and reading books. He also enjoys his daily regular swimming exercise to keep himself fit and relax.

American Board of OrthodonticsUniversity of Indonesia University of Illinois at ChicagoUniversity of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)UIC, Center for Craniofacial SurgeryUIC, College of DentistryPrivate Practice – Founder/director of COSA,Associate Professor at UIC

Board Certified:DDS:

Specialty Certificate:MS:

Fellowship in Craniofacial Surgery:DDS:

Dentistry Positions:

MARIA THERESE GALANGDMD, MS

PHIMON ATSAWASUWAN DDS, MSc, MS, PhD

Voluntary COSA Consultants

Dr. Maria Therese Galang completed her dental degree at the University of the Philippines, Manila in 2000. She then moved to Chicago in 2002 to obtain her Master of Science degree and Certificate in Orthodontics. Upon graduation, she was offered a full time faculty position at her alma mater - The University of Illinois at Chicago. Since 2007, she has been working alongside her former professor, Dr. Kusnoto, and she was appointed as the Director to the Predoctoral Orthodontics curric-ulum. She is in charge of training all dental students about the orthodontic specialty. While serving as faculty, it was also at the University of Illinois at Chicago where she pursued her Ad-vanced Standing dental degree.

Dr. Galang lives in Chicago with her husband and her two children. Amidst their busy schedules, they make sure to find quality family time to enjoy explor-ing all the activities the city has to offer. From visiting parks, watching concerts and fireworks, dining at new restaurants, they love calling Chicago their home.

Dr. Atsawasuwan completed his three-year residency in Orthodontics and obtained Master of Sciences in Oral Sciences from University of Illinois at Chicago in May 2011 and is board certi-fied by American Board of Orthodontics. He is an active member of the Ameri-can Association of Orthodontists, the Midwest Society of Orthodontist and Illinois Society of Orthodontists, Society of Orthodontic Educators, International of Dental Research Association. He is an assistant professor at University of Illinois at Chicago where he stays active in current and cutting edge knowledge and techniques and conducts research in Orthodontics.

Dr. Atsawasuwan is a native of Bangkok, Thailand and chooses Chicago to be his home. He enjoys spending time with his friends, cooking, traveling, movies, sightseeing and outdoors activities. Dr. Atsawasuwan believes in a strong family foundation and values. He has his goal to provide the highest level of ortho-dontic care and create beautiful and attractive smiles for patients with caring and friendly atmosphere.

Phone: 872-222-6724

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