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News from JUST KFO
Updates from our orthodontic practice in Cologne-Rodenkirchen — from practice news and new technology to special promotions.
August 7, 2026Long-term Effects of Interproximal Enamel ReductionResults: No new carious lesions were found. Three older adults showed minor labial gingival recession. There were no...Read more → August 7, 2026District Court Ruling on Invisalign in OrthodonticsThe planned use of Invisalign aligners constitutes a now-recognized orthodontic treatment method.Read more → August 7, 2026Invisalign Treatment: Dealing with Insurance DenialsSome insurance companies had previously denied coverage for Invisalign treatment, either claiming medical necessity was not given or that individual indication was…Read more → August 7, 2026Private Patients: Access to Insurance Assessment ReportsPrivate health insurers often deny treatments claiming that evaluation of submitted treatment documents by a consulting dentist/physician showed the treatment was not…Read more → August 7, 2026Allowance for Adult Orthodontics: Administrative Court RulingKey Points 1. Based on a constitutionally compliant interpretation oriented to the purpose of the regulation, under special circumstances of the individual…Read more → 
August 7, 2026New Book: Aligner Orthodontics and Orofacial OrthopedicsOur new book will soon be published by Quintessenz-Verlag! What was originally intended to be just a 2nd edition of the original…Read more → 
August 7, 2026Dr. Julia Steinmaier at the 17th Winter Congress of KFO IGThe 17th Winter Congress of KFO IG, held from March 18 to 25, 2023, was a great success. Participants from across Germany…Read more → 
August 7, 2026New Digital Team Member at Your Orthodontist in Cologne: AI Revolutionizes Our Service!Dear patients, we are excited to share great news: At your orthodontist in Cologne, we have expanded our team with a digital…Read more → August 7, 2026Dr. Funke now Dr. SteinmaierDear patients, dear colleagues, we have some wonderful news to share beyond orthodontics: Dr. Funke said 'I do' to her husband a…Read more → August 7, 2026Merry Christmas & News for 2024Dear patients and colleagues, we wish you a wonderful Christmas season and all the best for 2024! At the same time, we'd…Read more → 
August 7, 2026Children’s Orthodontics Congress 2024 in BonnOn May 4th, orthodontists from across Germany met in Bonn for the congress: 'Mouth Closed!? Breathing in Children,' organized by the BDK…Read more → 
August 7, 2026Continuing Education Evening at Bistro VerdeOn May 15, 2024, we had the pleasure of enjoying a wonderful continuing education evening at Bistro Verde in Cologne-Rodenkirchen with our…Read more → 
August 7, 2026New Trios 5 Scanners at Our Orthodontic Practice in CologneWe are pleased to announce that we have equipped our practice with two brand-new Trios 5 intraoral scanners. This innovative technology will…Read more → 
August 7, 2026Schupp-Ortho becomes JUST KFOAttentive readers will have noticed that the former joint practice Dr. Schupp & Dr. Steinmaier has been continued as Dr. Steinmaier &…Read more → August 7, 2026Continuing Education Evening Cologne – InterdisciplinaryInterdisciplinary continuing education evening by JUST KFO - Orthodontist Cologne - Dr. Steinmaier & Kollegen for our network of specialists.Read more → 
August 7, 2026JUST KFO continues education: Virtual workflows in dentistryJUST KFO: Continuing education on virtual workflows in dentistry The team at JUST KFO has successfully completed continuing education in digital dentistry.…Read more → 
August 7, 2026Team continuing education: Dental photographyOur team has completed continuing education in dental photography with professional photographer Kathrin Baumann. More about the new techniques & benefits for…Read more → August 7, 2026Digital medical history with “Nelly”: JUST KFO Cologne sets new standards in patient intakeJUST KFO embraces innovative technology! Patients can now conveniently submit their medical history via the digital system "Nelly" and save valuable time.Read more → August 7, 2026More Space for Modern Orthodontics – We’re Expanding Our PracticeJUST KFO in Cologne is modernizing and expanding to over 500 m². Learn more about the renovation and our vision for modern…Read more → 
August 7, 2026New at JUST KFO: Luna – Our Digital Phone SupportNow at JUST KFO: Luna supports our team with calls – even after hours or when our reception is busy. Learn more…Read more → August 7, 2026Merry Christmas from JUST KFO 🎄An eventful year lies behind us – and for that we would like to say thank you above all: Thank you for…Read more → August 7, 2026Practice Renovation Completed – Over 500 m² for Modern Orthodontics at JUST KFOPractice renovation at JUST KFO – Dr. Steinmaier & Kollegen is complete. Over 500 m², modern structures, digital workflows, in-house laboratory, and…Read more → 
August 7, 2026JUST KFO Implements AI-Supported Documentation in PracticeJUST KFO integrates AI-supported documentation from Nelly into everyday practice to make workflows more efficient and create more time for personal patient…Read more → August 7, 2026Comfortably Cool Through the Summer — Most of Our Practice Is Air-ConditionedEven on hot summer days, it stays comfortable at JUST KFO in Cologne: Most of our orthodontic practice is air-conditioned — for…Read more → 
August 7, 2026Farewell to Dr. Werner SchuppAt the turn of the year, Dr. Werner Schupp is stepping down from his role at JUST KFO in Cologne-Rodenkirchen. After over…Read more → August 7, 2026Scientific exchange at the highest level: GBO Congress 2025Professional dialogue, latest research and international expertise – Dr. med. dent. Julia Steinmaier represents JUST KFO Cologne at the renowned GBO Congress…Read more → August 7, 2026Paul begins the next phase of his specialist orthodontic trainingPaul begins the next phase of his specialist orthodontic training. We thank him for his wonderful time at JUST KFO and wish…Read more → August 7, 2026DMD User Workshop 2026 – Digital TMD Diagnostics TrainingThe DMD User Workshop 2026 offers a compact, practice-oriented introduction to digital TMD and functional diagnostics. Led by Dr. Julia Steinmaier and…Read more →