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Book Description

Covers the latest orthodontic concepts and treatment methods available. This definitive resource is divided into two sections: Diagnosis and Treatment Planning, which includes chapters on biomechanical principles and practice, computer applications, and principles of occlusion; and Techniques and Treatment, covering the methods and techniques currently used in treating malocclusion.

 

Synopsis

Offers a clearly written and organized overview of diagnosis and treatment planning in orthodontics * Includes the latest applications in computerized cephalometrics and facial imaging * Describes bioengineering and physical science principles as applied in the practice of orthodontics * Incorporates case studies for real life examples of orthodontic treatment * Features comprehensive, step-by-step presentation of the newest treatment methods in modern orthodontics * Incorporates approximately 3000 illustrations in a two-color format for a comprehensive visual explanation of concepts * Provides the reader with a full-color insert of a case study from pre-treatment to an 18-year follow up * Features thoroughly revised and updated material and illustrations for the latest information in orthodontic treatment.

 

Contents

Section I: Diagnosis and Treatment Planning Diagnosis and treatment planning in orthodontics; Biomechanical principles and reactions; Bone physiology, metabolism, and biomechanics in orthodontic practice; Application of bioengineering to clinical orthodontics; Orthodontic therapy and the temporomandibular disorder patient; Biomaterials in Orthodontics; Statistics for the orthodontist; Computer applications in orthodontics; Interceptive guidance of occlusion, with emphasis on diagnosis; Section II: Techniques and Treatment Functional appliances; Treatment of children in the mixed dentition; Bonding in orthodontics; The Tweed-Merrifield edgewise appliance: philosophy, diagnosis, and treatment; Treatment mechanics for the straight wire appliance; Tip-Edge brackets and the differential straight-arch technique; Non-extraction treatment; Treatment options for sagittal corrections in non-compliant patients; Periodontal/orthodontic interrelationships; Adult orthodontics: diagnosis and treatment; Orthodontic aspects of orthognathic surgery; Retention and relapse;