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* Dentists may register a plus-one office staff member.

How are crowded teeth syndrome, mouth breathing, TMD, and cranial strain patterns connected?

What are the “root causes,” and how early can we intervene?
What are the consequences of a “fixed palatal expander" to the craniofacial complex?

The ALF Approach offers a different perspective.

Rooted in osteopathic principles and functional orthodontics, this approach views the craniofacial system as part of a dynamic, interconnected whole. Rather than focusing solely on teeth, it considers how structure, function, growth, and adaptation influence long-term outcomes.

How are crowded teeth syndrome, mouth breathing, TMD, and cranial strain patterns connected?

What are the “root causes,” and how early can we intervene?

What are the consequences of a “fixed palatal expander" to the craniofacial complex?

The ALF Approach offers a different perspective.

Rooted in osteopathic principles and functional orthodontics, this approach views the craniofacial system as part of a dynamic, interconnected whole. Rather than focusing solely on teeth, it considers how structure, function, growth, and adaptation influence long-term outcomes.

Many clinicians recognize these patterns - but feel uncertain about where to begin.

The ALF Approach offers a different perspective.

Rooted in osteopathic principles and functional orthodontics, this approach views the craniofacial system as part of a dynamic, interconnected whole. Rather than focusing solely on teeth, it considers how structure, function, growth, and adaptation influence long-term outcomes.

Over two days, we'll help you move beyond theory and into practical application.

You'll learn how to evaluate patients through an ALF lens, identify appropriate cases, understand appliance mechanics, and begin developing the skills needed to confidently integrate this work into practice.

Focused on bringing simplicity, clarity, and better outcomes to your patients.

The ALF Approach can feel overwhelming.

The ALF Approach can feel overwhelming.

We hear these questions all the time ... 

  • Is ALF just another expander?

  • What are reasonable expectations for the ALF Approach?

  • How to start a pediatric ALF case?

  • What documents do I need to have in place?

  • What should I look for during follow-up appointments?

  • How do I adjust the wire at follow up visits?

  • How to identify the complicated patients?

This course is designed to answer those questions.

Bring your curiosity.
Bring your clinical challenges.
Bring your "pain points."

We'll work through them together.
RESERVE YOUR SEAT
What  You'll  Learn ...
  • How to start a pediatric case
  • How to evaluate the ALF wire at follow up visits
  • The practice of wire bending
  • Environmental influences contributing to modern craniofacial compromise
  • Understanding the “pain points” of treating crowded teeth syndrome
  • How the ALF Approach differs from traditional expansion approaches
  • What makes an appliance biocompatible
  • The whole-body effects of palate expansion
  • Common misconceptions surrounding ALF treatment
  • Identifying complex patients before treatment begins
  • Determining appropriate referrals to ALF dentists, osteopathic physicians, and myofunctional therapists
  • Establishing an initial patient workup
  • Developing a framework for treatment planning
  • How to begin pediatric ALF cases
  • Seating a new ALF appliance
  • Evaluating the ALF wire at follow-up visits
  • Making wire adjustments with confidence
  • Hands-on ALF wire bending techniques
  • Practical clinical pearls to optimize patient outcomes

Expand your treatment capacity with our additional one-day course. 

Join Dr. Tasha Turzo for Treating Craniofacial Complexities.

This practical training focuses on helping participants better understand the osteopathic component of craniofacial care through direct experience.

You'll learn:

  • Diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment of craniofacial dysfunction
  • The osteopathic dental evaluation
  • How to work in collaboration with an ALF dentist and a DO
  • How to evaluate the craniofacial complex with ALF wire activations

In-Person only.
Bundle with the ALF Approach 101 course, or attend stand-alone.
Pre-requisite: ALF Approach 101 or The ALF Approach online course. 

Join Dr. Tasha Turzo for Treating Craniofacial Complexities.

This practical training focuses on helping participants better understand the osteopathic component of craniofacial care through direct experience.

You'll learn:

  • Diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment of craniofacial dysfunction
  • The osteopathic dental evaluation
  • How to work in collaboration with an ALF dentist and a DO
  • How to evaluate the craniofacial complex with ALF wire activations

In-Person only.
Bundle with the ALF Approach 101 course, or attend stand-alone.
Pre-requisite: ALF Approach 101 or The ALF Approach online course. 

Expand your treatment capacity with our additional one-day course. 

MEET YOUR FACULTY

Dr. Tasha Turzo, DO, FCA, & Dr. Allison Adams, DMD

Dr. Tasha Turzo is internationally recognized for her work integrating osteopathy and functional dentistry, with particular expertise in the use of Advanced Lightwire Functional (ALF) appliances and TMD treatment.

She has been teaching clinicians around the world since 1997 and is passionate about simplifying complex concepts into practical tools that improve patient outcomes.

Dr. Allison Adams brings a functional and osteopathic perspective to dentistry, helping clinicians better understand the relationship between oral structures, craniofacial development, and whole-body health.

Her teaching emphasizes practical application, interdisciplinary collaboration, and empowering practitioners to approach patient care with greater confidence and clarity.

Choose Your Registration Path

STEP 1: Start by choosing how you'll be attending.

🙌 IN PERSON
🎧 VIA LIVE STREAM

IN-PERSON REGISTRATION

STEP 2: Choose whether you are attending:

1. The ALF Approach 101 course (only or bundle with add-on course), or
2. Treating Craniofacial Complexities one-day course ONLY.

IN-PERSON REGISTRATION - ALF APPROACH 101

STEP 3: Review pre-requisite and optional add-ons available at checkout. 

PRE-REQUISITE:
If you have not taken the The ALF Approach online course, we strongly encourage it.
Take advantage of our special discount when you add it to your registration today! 🎉

ADD-ONS AVAILABLE AT CHECKOUT:
- Dentists can add a plus-one Office Staff Member (not incl. MFT) >>$300
- Treating Craniofacial Complexities September 10th course >>$750 
- The ALF Approach online course with Dr. Turzo
>> $750 Now $450

STEP 4: Choose your profession-based pricing.

DDS / DMD

ALF Approach 101 course
+ Add-ons available at checkout. 

>> IN PERSON $1,550
DO / MD / MFT / PT / DC

ALF Approach 101 course
+ Add-ons available at checkout. 

>> IN PERSON $1,200

Pricing is in USD.
In-person courses are limited to 25 participants.

LIVESTREAM REGISTRATION

Livestream is only available for The ALF Approach 101 course. 

STEP 2: Review pre-requisite and optional add-ons available at checkout. 

PRE-REQUISITE:
If you have not taken The ALF Approach online course, we strongly encourage it.
Take advantage of our special discount when you add it to your registration today! 🎉

ADD-ONS AVAILABLE AT CHECKOUT:
- Dentists can add a plus-one Office Staff Member (not incl. MFT) >>$300
- The ALF Approach online course with Dr. Turzo >> $750 Now $450
- Treating Craniofacial Complexities September 10th IN-PERSON course >>$750 

STEP 3: Choose your profession-based pricing.

DDS / DMD

ALF Approach 101 course
+ Add-ons available at checkout. 

>> LIVESTREAM $1,400
DO / MD / MFT / PT / DC

ALF Approach 101 course
+ Add-ons available at checkout. 

>> LIVESTREAM $1,050

Pricing is in USD.

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