Orthodontics : current principles & techniques

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Orthodontics : current principles & techniques

edited by Thomas M. Graber, Robert L. Vanarsdall Jr., Katherine W. L. Vig

Elsevier Mosby, c2005

4th ed

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Orthodontics : current principles and techniques

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Includes bibliographical references and index

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Description

This definitive reference for practicing orthodontists, orthodontic students, and dentists returns with cutting-edge information on research and concepts being developed in orthodontics today. Coverage includes, detailed insight on treatment methods covering the spectrum from basic to highly complex situations. The addition of more evidence-based, current research, along with updated color photos of clinical case studies, further substantiates the information presented. Throughout, content is well organized, ensuring that readers learn information applicable to all fields of orthodontics, as well as specialized roles.

Table of Contents

1. Special Considerations in Diagnosis and Treatment Planning 2. Craniofacial Imaging in Orthodontics 3. Genetics and Orthodontics 4. The Upper Airway and Cranial Morphology 5. Tissue Reactions in Orthodontics 6. Bone Physiology, Metabolism, and Biomechanics in Orthodontic Practice 7. Application of Bioengineering to Clinical Orthodontics 8. Orthodontic Therapy and the Temporomandibular Disorder 9. Biomaterials in Orthodontics 10. Statistics for the Orthodontist 11. Interceptive Guidance of Occlusion with Emphasis on Diagnosis 12. Functional Appliances 13. Treatment of Patients in the Mixed Dentition 14. Bonding in Orthodontics 15. Precise Bracket Placement: Effective and Efficient Indirect Bonding 16. The Tweed-Merrifield Edgewise Appliance: Philosophy, Diagnosis, and Treatment 17. Self-Ligation Orthodontics with the SPEED Appliance 18. Treating the Face with Biocompatible Orthodontics 19. The In-Ovation Bracket for Fully Adjusted Appliances 20. Nonextraction Treatment 21. Treatment Options for Sagittal Corrections in Noncompliant Patients 22. Periodontal/Orthodontic Interrelationships 23. Adult Interdisciplinary Therapy: Diagnosis and Treatment 24. Orthodontic Aspects of Orthognathic Surgery 25. Craniofacial Distraction Osteogenesis: Basic Principles and Clinical Applications 26. The Orthodontist's Role in a Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Team 27. Retention and Relapse 28. Clear Plastic Appliances for Retention and Tooth Movement

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  • NCID
    BA74430870
  • ISBN
    • 0323026214
  • Country Code
    us
  • Title Language Code
    eng
  • Text Language Code
    eng
  • Place of Publication
    St. Louis
  • Pages/Volumes
    xvi, 1213 p.
  • Size
    29 cm
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