Dr. Cosmo Haralambidis is a Rhode Island-based orthodontist, educator, and the creator of the Synapse Dental Pain Eraser — a non-pharmacologic innovation helping orthodontists manage patient discomfort more effectively. Guided by his Greek heritage and the Hellenistic values of compassion and service, Cosmo was honored with the 2023 AAO Innovator Award for his contributions to advancing orthodontic care.On this episode, you will discover:How his experience in treating orofacial pain led to the development of a breakthrough orthodontic productHow mentorship and product testing can sharpen your skills as an orthodontic innovatorPractical tips for orthodontists interested in launching their own product or inventionWays to enhance the patient experience through non-pharmacologic pain managementHow compassionate, mission-driven care can shape both your clinical approach and brand identityRecorded January 24, 2025 at the AAO | AAPD Winter Conference in Marco Island, FL.Generous support for this podcast comes from KLOwen Ortho and The Journal of Clinical Orthodontics (JCO).Illuminate Spotlight - CORE from the AAOFIlluminate Exclusives: Journal of Clinical Orthodontics (JCO)10% off a new subscription to the JCOPromo code: PODMusical Tribute: ‘Black Coffee’ by Sonny BurkeJoin the community of forward-thinking orthodontists and catch up on every episode at illuminateorthopodcast.com — where innovation meets inspiration.The Illuminate Orthodontic Podcast explores cutting-edge orthodontics and dentistry, offering orthodontists insights on innovation, patient care, custom braces, Invisalign & aligners, and 3D printing — while spotlighting leadership, practice growth, work-life balance, and the business of running a thriving orthodontic practice with creativity and entrepreneurship.