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Dan Rinchuse

Dan Rinchuse
Professor and Program Director: Advanced Education Program in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
Orthodontics

Daniel J. Rinchuse, BS, DMD, MS, MDS, PhD: For over 45years Dr. Dan Rinchuse has had a career in academics, research, and orthodontic practice. Dr. Dan Rinchuse received his Doctorate of Dental Medicine (1974), MS (1974) in Pharmacology/Physiology, MDS (1976) in Orthodontics, and PhD (1985) in Higher Education from the University of Pittsburgh. Previously he was a Professor of Orthodontics for 34 years at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine Department of Orthodontics. He has authored over 100 articles in peer-reviewed journals and co-author a book, "Evidence-based clinical orthodontics" in 2012. In addition, he is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and editorial consultant for the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, The Angle Orthodontist, European Journal of Orthodontics and others. Currently, he is Professor and Program Director of Orthodontics at 茄子视频 University's Center for Orthodontics, and Advanced Education Program in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.

Education

  • Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh (Higher Education), 1985

  • M.D.S., University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine (Orthodontics), 1976

  • D.M.D., University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine, (Doctor of Dental Medicine), 1974

  • M.S., University of Pittsburgh (Pharmacology/Physiology). 1974

  • B.S., Indiana University of Pennsylvania, (Biology), 1969

Publications

  • Roche M, Rinchuse DJ, Zullo T, Kubli O. Comparing the Salzmann Index to Automatic Qualifying Conditions when selecting medically necessary orthodontic patients. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2023 Accepted for publication 5-23-2023.

  • Rinchuse DJ. 鈥淎irway Friendly鈥 orthodontics: Are you serious? Semin Orthod 2023 doi: https://doi.org/10.1053/j.sodo.2023.06.002

  • Camacho D, Rinchuse DJ, Zullo T, Roche M. Relationship of Three Indexes of Orthodontic Treatment Need Used by Medicaid and Oral Health-Related Quality of Life. Accepted for publication Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop. 2022;161:574-581.

  • Patel V, Rinchuse DJ, Zullo T. The Salzmann Index and Discrepancy Index Correlation: Determining a Threshold Discrepancy Index Score for Medicaid Approval. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop. 2021;159:774-778.

  • Valverde-Montalva S, Flores-Mir C, Rinchuse DJ, Arriola-Guillen LE. Influence of the upper lip curvature shape on smile attractiveness in patients with different degrees of gingival smiles: A cross-sectional study with opinions from oral health providers and laypersons. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2021:159:e321-e329.

  • Florez D, Rinchuse DJ, Zullo T. Influence of maxillary lateral incisor width ratio on perception of smile esthetics among orthodontists and laypersons. J Esthetic Restor Dent 2020;1-6. https://doi.org/10.1111/jerd.12664

  • Kraisinger T, Rinchuse DJ, Zullo T, Giltner JL. Thermoplastic aligners with dimples and relief areas for minor tooth movements. Orthod Pract 2019;10(3):18-23.

  • Terrana A, Rinchuse DJ, Zullo T, Morrone M. Comparing the plaque-removal ability of a triple-headed toothbrush versus a conventional manual toothbrush in adolescents with fixed orthodontic appliances: A single-center, randomized controlled clinical trial. Inter Orthod 2019;17:719-725.

  • Patel S, Rinchuse DJ, Zullo T, Wadhwa R. Long Term Effects of Mandibular Advancement Devices in Adults with Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Systematic Review. Inter Orthod https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ortho.2019.01.004.

  • Patterson R, Rinchuse DJ, Zullo T, Busch LS, Youn K. Adult perceptions of orthodontic appliances. Orthod Pract 2018:9(2):72-80.

  • Murdoch A, Rinchuse DJ, Zullo T, DiBagno D. A survey of orthodontists鈥 perceptions of smile esthetics. Orthod Pract 2018;9(1):20-28.

  • Kilic H, Rinchuse DJ, Zullo T. The perception of orthodontists and laypeople on the esthetics of teeth treated with Icon resin infiltration for the resolution of white spot lesions after the removal of fixed orthodontic appliances. Orthod Pract 2017;8(5):34-40.

  • Rinchuse DJ. Reflection: 鈥淎 frog in a well鈥. Orthod Pract 2017:8(3):1.

  • DeMaria M, Rinchuse DJ, Rinchuse DJ, Zullo T. 鈥淢outh frown arc鈥 鈥 dental and skeletal characterizations. Orthod Pract 2017;8(1):20-26.

  • Lee JH, Rinchuse DJ, Zullo T, Busch LS. Esthetic preferences regarding the anteroposterior position of the mandible. Orthod Pract 2017;8(1):38-44.

  • Cozzani M, Ragazzini G, Delucchi A, Mutinelli S, Barreca C, Rinchuse DJ, Servetto R, Piras V. Oral Hygiene compliance in orthodontic patients: a randomized controlled study on the effects of a post treatment communication. Prog Orthod 2016;17(1):41 PMID 27891568.

  • Wise NP, Rinchuse DJ, Rinchuse DJ. A survey of orthodontic practitioners regarding centric bite registrations. Orthodontic Practice US 2016:7(2):64-69.

  • Sweeney WJ, Rinchuse D, Rinchuse D, Zullo T, King B. Patient perceptions of speech, discomfort, and salivary flow while wearing Invisalign aligners. Ortho Prac 2016;7(1):44-48.

  • Rinchuse DJ, Cozzani M. Effectiveness and efficiency in clinical orthodontic practice. Int Orthod. 2015 Oct 29. pii: S1761-7227(15)00091-1. doi: 10.1016/j.ortho.2015.09.015.

  • Cozzani M, Mazzotta L, Bowman SJ, Rinchuse DJ. Uses of the vertical slot in orthodontic brackets. J Clin Orthod 2015;49(9):574-581.

  • Rinchuse DJ. You 鈥減ractice鈥 orthodontics. Rev Esp Ortod 2015;45:167-176.

  • Cozzani M, Ragazzini G, Delucchi A, Barreca C, Rinchuse D, Servetto R, Piras V. Self-reported pain after orthodontic treatments: A randomized controlled study on the effects of two follow-up procedures. Eur J Orthod 2015, 1鈥6 doi:10.1093/ejo/cjv032.

  • Cozzani M, Mazzotta L, Rinchuse, DJ, Cozzani, P. Asymmetric mandibular molar protraction with conventional mechanics. J Clin Orthod 2015;49(5):304-311.

  • DiBagno D, Busch LS, Rinchuse DJ. Uprighting impacted mandibular second molars using NiTi wire. Orthod Pract 2015;6(2):31-38.

  • Martins MB, Rinchuse DJ, Busch LS, Farrow AL, Zullo T. Current perception of optimal lip protrusion among African American laypersons. Orthod Prac 2015;6(3):48-51.

  • Rinchuse DJ, Sigler LB, DiBagno D, Cozzani M. Overview: Extraction treatment Part 2 Guidelines for making the extraction decision. J Clin Orthod 2015;49(1):29-34.

  • Williams R, Rinchuse DJ, Zullo T. Authors鈥 response. Perception of midline deviation among different facial types. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2015;147(1):13-14.

  • Walter R, Rinchuse DJ, Rinchuse DJ. Sleep apnea treatment: A survey investigating current orthodontic treatments and philosophies. Ortho Pract 2015;6(1):19-25.

  • Bowen TB, Rinchuse DJ, Zullo T, DeMaria ME. The influence of text messaging on oral hygiene effectiveness. Angle Orthod 2015;85:543-548.

  • Rinchuse DJ, Sigler LB, DiBagno D, Cozzani M. Overview: Extraction treatment Part 1 The extraction vs. nonextraction debate. J Clin Orthod 2014;48(12):753-760.

  • Rinchuse DJ, Cozzani M. Effectiveness and efficiency in clinical orthodontic practice. International Orthodontics. Accepted for publication 2015..

  • Bui K, Rinchuse DJ, Zullo T, Cozzani M. Perception of facial attractiveness following modification of the nose and teeth. International Orthodontics. 2015;164:1-15. http://dx.doi:10.1016/j.ortho.2015.03.001

  • Williams R, Rinchuse DJ, Zullo T. Perception of midline deviation among different facial types. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2014;145:249-255.

  • Keith DJ, Rinchuse DJ, Kennedy M, Zullo T. Effect of text message follow-up on patient鈥檚 self-reported level of pain and anxiety. Angle Orthod 2013;83:605-610. ( OrthoVoice Award 2013)

  • Miles P, Smith H, Weyant R, Rinchuse DJ. The effects of a vibrational appliance on tooth movement and discomfort: a prospective randomized clinical trial. Aust Orthod J 2012;28(2):41-45.

  • Miles P, Rinchuse DJ, Rinchuse DJ (editors). Evidence-based clinical orthodontics. Quintessence, to be published 2012.

  • Pandis N, Rinchuse DJ, Rinchuse DJ, Noble J. Chapter 1 Evidence-based orthodontic practice. Evidence-based clinical orthodontics.. Quintessence, 2012. Rinchuse DJ, Miles P. Chapter 2 Early intervention. Evidence-based clinical orthodontics. Quintessence, to be published 2012. Miles P, Rinchuse DJ. Chapter 5 Class II treatment non extraction and extraction. Evidence-based clinical orthodontics. Quintessence, to be published 2012. Rinchuse DJ, Miles P, Sheridan JJ. Chapter 13 Orthodontic retention and stability. Evidence-based clinical orthodontics. Quintessence, 2012.

  • McKeta N, Rinchuse DJ, Close JM. Practitioner and patient perceptions of orthodontic treatment: Is the patient always right? Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry 18 JUL 2011 doi: 10.1111/j.1708-8240.2011.0045.x

  • Rinchuse DJ, Rinchuse DJ. Modification of the Bidimensional system. Orthodontics: The art and practice of dentofacial enhancement. 2011;12(1):10-21.

  • Karam J, Rinchuse DJ. Amalgam corrosion in vacuum formed retainers (VFR). Orthodontics: The art and practice of dentofacial enhancement. 2011;12(1):70-74.

  • Kahlon S, Rinchuse DJ, Robison JM, Close JM. An in vitro evaluation of frictional resistance with five ligation methods and Gianelly type 鈥榳orking鈥 wires. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2010;138:67-71.

  • Kandasamy S, Rinchuse DJ, Rinchuse DJ. The wisdom behind third molar extractions. Aust Dent J March 2009;54:284-292.

  • Rinchuse DJ. Effectiveness of lingual retainers bonded to the canines in preventing mandibular incisor relapse: Reviewer鈥檚 critique. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2008;134(2);180.

  • Pendleton R, Rinchuse DJ, Robison JM, Close JM, Marangoni R. Attachment bond strengths of thermoplastic retainer materials using two acrylic bonding resins. J Clin Orthod 2008; 42(4)215-219.

  • Rinchuse DJ, Rinchuse DJ, Karam JR. Consecutive treatments and the 鈥渞andom walk.鈥 Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2008;133(6):792-5.

  • Rinchuse DJ, Rinchuse DJ, Kandasamy S, Ackerman MB. Deconstructing evidence in orthodontics: Making sense of systematic reviews, randomized clinical trial, and meta-analyses. World J Ortho 2008;9:167-176.

  • Rinchuse DJ, Miles P. Self-ligating brackets: Present and future. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2007;132:216-22.

  • Rinchuse DJ, Jerrold L, Rinchuse DJ. Orthodontic Informed Consent for Impacted Teeth. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2007;132(1):103-104.

  • Rinchuse DJ, Rinchuse DJ, Sosovicka M, Robison J, Pendleton R. Clinician鈥檚 Corner Case Reports: Orthodontic Treatment of patients using bisphosphonates. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2007;131(3):321-326.

  • Rinchuse DJ, Miles P, Sheridan JJ. Orthodontic retention and stability: A clinical perspective. J Clin Orthod 2007;41(3):125-132.

  • Rinchuse DJ. Rinchuse DJ, Kapur R. Orthodontic Appliance Design. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2007;131(1);76-82. PUBLICATIONS PRIOR TO 2007 ARE NOT SHOWN

Awards

  • Pittsburgh Magazine TOP DENTISTS/ORTHODONTISTS August 2007 Pittsburgh Magazine TOP DENTISTS/ORTHODONTISTS August 2008 Pittsburgh Magazine TOP DENTISTS/ORTHODONTISTS August 2009

  • Pierre Fauchard International Honorary Academy 1991-Present

  • Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU) - Honors Dental Society 1991-Present

  • Fellow of the College of Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics 1990-Present

  • Fellow of the American College of Dentists (FACD) 1990-Present

  • Zugsmith Award for outstanding clinical proficiency, 1974 University of Pittsburgh, School of Dental Medicine.

  • Honors Graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, School of Dental Medicine 1971-1974

Organizations

  • Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU) - Honors Dental Society

  • Pierre Fauchard International Honorary Academy

  • Fellow of the American College of Dentists

  • College of Diplomates of the American Board of Orthodontics

  • American Association of Orthodontists

  • American Dental Association

Presentations

  • Universidad Cientifica VIII Congreso Internacional De Estomatologia "Clinical decisions from an evidence-based perspective." November 12, 2021

  • AAO Annual Meeting, Evidence-based clinical orthodontics: Learning from Success and Failure of Orthodontic cases. Washington, D.C., May 8, 2018.

  • GLAO/MSO/SAO Combined meeting, New Orleans, LA Sept 17, 2017

  • TP Orthodontics Residents Conference, LaPorte, Indiana,March 30, 2016. "Your practice orthodontics."

  • Toronto Orthodontic Association, Toronto, Canada April 10, 2015

  • TP Orthodontics CE Course, Scottsdale, Arizona December 3,4,5, 2014 Efficiency and Effectiveness in Orthodontics: An Evidence-Based perspective

  • TP Orthodontics Residents Conference, LaPorte, Indiana October 22, 23, 2014 Efficiency and Effectiveness in Orthodontics: An Evidence-Based perspective

  • Lima, Peru August 29, 30, 2014 Efficiency and Effectiveness in Orthodontics; Extraction Controversies; Retention and Stability of Orthodontic Treatment - Asociacion iberoamericana de ortodoncistas

  • Mexico City, Mexico April 3, 2013 Efficiency and Effectiveness in Orthodontics

  • The X Congresso Nazionale Accademia Italiana di Ortodonzia Rome, Italy Drs. Mauro Cozzani and Dan Rinchuse Self-Ligation March 22, 23 2013

  • Nebraska Society of Orthodontists: Controversies in orthodontics: Orthodontic efficiency, appliance design, biomechanics and self-ligation: An evidence-based perspective. Extraction v. Nonextraction debate. Early Treatment. March 23, 2012

  • University of Florida Orthodontic Alumni Association - Controversies in Orthodontics: An evidence-based perspective, August 26, 2011

  • The Rome Symposium: Power 2 Reason,Rome, Italy ,May 27-28, 2011

  • Central Illinois Orthodontic Study Club, Chicago, Illinois, April 8, 2011

  • Sociedad de Especialistas en Ortodoncia de Puerto Rico (SEO). Controversies in orthodontics: orthodontic efficiency, appliance design, biomechanics and self-ligation: An evidence-based perspective. Extraction v. Nonextraction debate. Early Treatment. Caguas, Puerto Rico-October 30, 2010

Certifications

  • Board Certified Orthodontist by the American Board of Orthodontics (AB0) 1990-Present