Prof. Dr. Gero Kinzinger
Prof. Dr. Kinzinger Gero
- 1999–2009 research associate, later senior physician at the University of Aachen’s clinic for orthodontics
- since 2001 established in a group practice, Tönisvorst
- 2006 Habilitation, conferral of the venia legendi for the subject ‘Dentistry, Oral and Maxillofacial Medicine and Orthodontics’ at the RWTH Aachen University
- 2006 Arnold Biber Prize of the DGKFO
- 2007 Certification as ‘Diplomate of the German Board of Orthodontics and Orofacial Orthopedics’
- 2008 Specialisation in ‘Dental Diagnostics and Therapy in Sleep Medicine’
- 2008 ‘DGKFO 100’ research prize awarded by the German Orthodontic Society
- 2009 Appointment as Adjunct Professor at RWTH Aachen University
- 2009 Offer of the Chair of Orthodontics at the University of Rostock
- since 2009 Lecturer, Clinic for Orthodontics, Saarland University, Homburg campus
- 2010 Habilitation, conferral of the venia legendi for the subject ‘Dentistry, Oral and Maxillofacial Medicine and Orthodontics’ and appointment as Adjunct Professor at the University of Saarland, Homburg campus
- 2017 Arnold Biber Prize of the DGKFO
Lecturer at the postgraduate programmes in orthodontics in Hesse (Universities of Frankfurt and Marburg, since 2009), Bavaria (University Hospital Erlangen, since 2006) and Rhineland-Palatinate (Mainz, since 2020)
- National and international speaker, book contributions
- Author of over 150 scientific publications
Scientific specialisations
Molar distalisation in the upper and lower jaw with fixed, co-operation-independent appliances; implant anchoring in orthodontics; functional orthodontics, in particular with fixed appliances; effects of functional orthodontic treatment on the disc condylar relations in the temporomandibular joints; effects of orthodontic and dysgnathic surgical treatments on the pharyngeal air space; effects of rapid palatal expansion.
Gutachtertätigkeit für wissenschaftliche Zeitschriften
American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, The Angle Orthodontist, European Journal of Orthodontics, Head and Face Medicine, Journal of Orofacial Orthopedics, Kieferorthopädie, International Journal of Dentistry, Turkish Journal of Orthodontics, Journal of Applied Oral Science, Indian Journal of Dental Research, Orthodontic Craniofacial Research, Saudi Medical Journal, Recent Patents on Biomedical Engineering, Archieves of Oral Biology, „Case Reports in Dentistry“, ‚Dental Press Journal of Orthodontics‘, “International Orthodontics“
More courses
Improving orthodontic outcomes – Sarajevo
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FAS Kids,Teens and hybrid: A journey through Invisible Orthodontic Treatments at any age
Kaunas, Lithuania | Altavoces): Dr. Vittorio CacciafestaFAS Kids aligner treatment is especially designed to correct patients’ malocclusions, both in primary as in mixed dentition, that is between 5 and 12 years old. Thanks to 3D technology FAS Kids aligners are custom made and are adapted as the patient grows.
Next-Generation Skeletal Anchorage: Expanding Possibilities Across All Sites
Warsaw, Poland | Altavoces): Dr. Giorgio IodiceWe came up with a new and innovative format to introduce you to a new skeletal anchor system and all its benefits. Indeed, it is not just about new dimensions, but a highly innovative new concept that turns your TAD into an 'all road' with multiple possibilities limited only by your clinical imagination.
FAS Kids and Teens – In-Office Course in UK
London, UK | Altavoces): Dr. Vittorio CacciafestaThe present clinical and theoretical course will demonstrate with several clinical cases seen at the chairside the use of FAS in mixed dentitions, to correct anterior cross bites, lateral cross bites, relieve crowdings, and redirect the harmonious development of the arches. Join Dr. Vittorio Cacciafesta's In-Office Course.
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Bratislava, Slovakia | Altavoces): Dr. Vittorio CacciafestaFAS Kids aligner treatment is especially designed to correct patients’ malocclusions, both in primary as in mixed dentition, that is between 5 and 12 years old. Thanks to 3D technology FAS Kids aligners are custom made and are adapted as the patient grows.
Working with Dr Iodice at the chair: Clinical advice and a hands-on session
Caserta, Italy | Altavoces): Dr. Giorgio IodiceThis exclusive In-Office course on “Skeletal Anchorage in Orthodontics” will take place in Dr. Giorgio Iodice’s office in Caserta, just 30 km from Naples.