Meet the Inventor

Dr. Otsuka Atsushi

  • Tokyo Dental College · DDS, MD, Orthodontist

  • Otsuka Orthodontic Clinic

  • Inventor of Preortho

  • Preortho Chief Clinical Consultant

Trusted by clinicians, designed for children

More than a decade of documented cases shaped every detail of Preortho — the appliance design, the sizing, and the treatment protocol.

30 Years of Clinical Practice

Dr. Otsuka Atsushi is an orthodontist with thirty years of clinical experience. Preortho grew out of more than a decade of documented cases, developed with a single aim: meaningful results for young patients, achieved comfortably.

His textbook, published by Quintessence, remains the clinical foundation behind every Preortho appliance.

The Science Behind the System

About Preortho Book

Before Preortho became a trusted system for clinicians worldwide, it was built case by case, documented, tested, and refined over a decade.

Co-authored by Dr. Otsuka Atsushi and leading Korean orthodontists, this book captures the full science and clinical methodology behind myofunctional appliance therapy. It is essential reading for any practitioner who wants to understand not just how to use Preortho, but why it works.

Preortho Book

Curious about what the book covers? Watch the official introduction video to get a closer look at the clinical content, case studies, and methodology that make Preortho the system it is today.


Preortho Training Book

The Preortho Training Book is a step-by-step practical guide for clinicians and dental staff. Covering correct fitting, patient instructions, and common mistakes to avoid, this 190-page workbook ensures every patient gets the most out of their Preortho appliance from day one.