Ep. 7: Dr. Alfred Griffin – 3D Printed Brackets, Orthodontic Innovation, Digital Workflow & Customization

Written By Dr. Chris Cetta

Dr. Alfred Griffin III is a Harvard-trained orthodontist and the founder of LightForce Orthodontics — the first company to introduce a fully customized, 3D-printed bracket system. As a respected innovator in orthodontic technology, Dr. Griffin blends his academic background with entrepreneurial vision to shape the future of the orthodontic profession.

On this episode, you will discover:

  • How Dr. Griffin’s upbringing in a dental family inspired his journey as an orthodontic innovator

  • The origin story of LightForce and the challenges of launching an orthodontic startup during residency

  • Why 3D printing is redefining efficiency, customization, and biomechanics in orthodontic treatment

  • The unique advantages of patient-specific brackets and digital workflows for modern orthodontists

  • What it means to build a company by orthodontists, for orthodontists, and how LightForce is scaling innovation

Recorded March 12, 2021 at the new LightForce Headquarters in Boston, MA

 
 

Generous support for this podcast comes from:

Dentagrafix Dr. Eric Sacks
Dr. Chris Cetta

Dr. Christopher Cetta is a board-certified orthodontist practicing with Blue Wave Orthodontics in Bradenton, FL. Dr. Cetta is the co-inventor of Precision Aligner Buttons™ by DynaFlex. He has authored several journal articles and speaks on orthodontic product development and innovation. Dr. Cetta is the host of The Illuminate Orthodontic Podcast. Dr. Cetta also plays bass for two rock bands, including the all-orthodontist group Relapse.

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