Adult Orthodontics

Adult Orthodontics

Author: Birte Melsen

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2012-04-23

Total Pages: 407

ISBN-13: 1405136197

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This is a major new work dedicated to the increasingly prominent area of adult orthodontics. Written by renowned contributors from the orthodontic community and beyond, and compiled by a world-class editor, it provides an authoritative resource on the subject, marrying together clinical guidance with a thorough evaluation of the evidence base. The opening chapters provide the context for adult orthodontics, including patient demographics and aetiology, and the book goes on to detail treatment planning considerations, including patient case profiles, suggesting initial outcomes and longer term expectations. Interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches are discussed, including the links between adult orthodontics and periodontics, prosthetics and temporomandibular disorders. The book is accompanied by a website containing further examples of case studies and a wealth of clinical images. Set to become the gold standard resource on the subject, this book will be invaluable to all those providing orthodontic treatment to adults and those dealing with orthodontics as part of the inter-disciplinary management of the adult dentition. KEY FEATURES • A major new work on an expanding area of orthodontic treatment • Covers patient demographics, aetiology, treatment planning and maintenance issues • Includes case studies, suggesting realistic and optimal short and long term outcomes • Highly illustrated with full colour clinical photos • Accompanied by a website with further material: www.wiley.com/go/melsen


Current Controversies in Orthodontics

Current Controversies in Orthodontics

Author: Birte Melsen

Publisher: Chicago : Quintessence Publishing Company

Published: 1991

Total Pages: 326

ISBN-13:

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Selected experts evaluate the present state of the art in several areas of orthodontics, differentiating between mere convention and fact supported by scientific studies. From lingual orthodontics to rigid fixation for orthognathic surgery, this book provides much-needed information on how controversies within orthodontics are shaping the future of the field.


Orthodontics

Orthodontics

Author: Basavaraj Subhashchandra Phulari

Publisher: JP Medical Ltd

Published: 2011-05-30

Total Pages: 674

ISBN-13: 9350252422

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This book introduces the concepts of orthodontics to undergraduate students. Beginning with an introduction to, and the history of, orthodontics, this textbook continues with facial development, orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning and much more. A separate chapter dedicated to preclinical orthodontics deals with the rationale, armamentarium and step by step wire bending procedure. Management of different types of malocclusion is described, with case records to support the text. Written by leading international experts, this book contains over 2,000 high quality photographs and illustrations, as well as numerous tables, flow charts and boxes. A complementary booklet MCQs in Orthodontics contains over 2,300 multiple choice questions to help with revision and viva voce preparation.


Issues in Contemporary Orthodontics

Issues in Contemporary Orthodontics

Author: Farid Bourzgui

Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand

Published: 2015-09-03

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 9535121618

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Issues in Contemporary Orthodontics is a contribution to the ongoing debate in orthodontics, a discipline of continuous evolution, drawing from new technology and collective experience, to better meet the needs of students, residents, and practitioners of orthodontics. The book provides a comprehensive view of the major issues in orthodontics that have featured in recent debates. Abroad variety of topics is covered, including the impact of malocclusion, risk management and treatment, and innovation in orthodontics.


Wearing Braces

Wearing Braces

Author: Harriet Brundle

Publisher: Greenhaven Publishing LLC

Published: 2018-12-15

Total Pages: 26

ISBN-13: 1534529462

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Why do some people wear braces? How do braces work? Questions such as these are answered in this accessible text, which explains this common part of growing up in a creative way. It resonates with those who already wear braces and prepares those who may be nervous about having to wear braces. Illustrated characters, such as "Millie Molar" and "Bertie Bracket" are fun and friendly faces used to explain the basics of braces and encourage empathy toward those who wear them. In addition, informative fact boxes and a detailed glossary enhance understanding of the science and technology of braces.


An Introduction to Orthodontics

An Introduction to Orthodontics

Author: Laura Mitchell

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Published: 2013-01-24

Total Pages: 326

ISBN-13: 0199594716

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Providing an introduction to current thinking and practice in orthodontics, this text covers all aspects of the field, including clinical practice and treatment planning.


Essentials of Orthodontics-E Book

Essentials of Orthodontics-E Book

Author: Sridhar Premkumar

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2020-06-02

Total Pages: 599

ISBN-13: 8131255441

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Essentials of Orthodontics is a compendium of significant and pertinent information related to Orthodontics, a subject that seems to have evolved over the past 100 years. This book provides a comprehensive overview of all areas of Orthodontics, from Growth and Development to retention and relapse. The book also acts as a refresher to the reader's memory on fundamentals necessary for diagnosis and treatment planning. This book has been accepted well as an indispensable book among dental UGs and dentists who need smooth transition into the field of orthodontics. The significant information presented in highly organized framework had successfully suited various educational settings, be it exam preparation or understanding theoretical models or practical implications for clinical practice. This fourth edition is upgraded and offers more succinct content based on the enormous current knowledge available in the theory and research sector of orthodontics. - Satisfies amended syllabus norms of Dental Council of India (DCI) and various international universities - The single colour format is replaced with vivid colours to convey textbook structure effortlessly - The entire book had been grouped into 11 sections with every chapter containing optimized outline to provide a gist of what to explore - Numerous subsections and a thorough index that favors quick access to the readers - Illustrations that can be readily associated with the learned concepts for correlation, interpretation and recollection by the students - Tables, flowcharts and figures that are revisited, revised and refurbished Sridhar Premkumar MDS is a well-recognized book author currently working as Professor and Head, Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics, Formerly Principal in charge, at Tamil Nadu Government Dental College and Hospital, Chennai, India. He joined Tamil Nadu Government service by securing First rank in the Public service commission examination. He has numerous publications to his credit and is an active researcher; acclaimed speaker in national forums and reviewer in international and national journals. He is a certified biomedical waste trainer for Tamil Nadu Health Systems Project and also certified Reiki and Pranic Healer. He is recipient of two times "State Best Clinical Award" conducted by Indian Dental Association, Tamil Nadu chapter; "Best Teacher for Dental Faculty" in the year 2010 by The Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University and "Best Doctor Award" in the year 2018 by the Government of Tamil Nadu. He is also recipient of National awards like three Times "All India Best Research paper" award conducted by Indian Orthodontic Society including the 8th Asia Pacific Orthodontic Conference (APOC) and the 47th Indian Orthodontic Conference (IOC). He has co-authored presentation in American Association of Orthodontics meeting at Boston, 2009. His name included among the biographic records in "2013, 30th Pearl Anniversary edition of Who's Who in the World: Published from USA" as a honour. He has authored 5 textbooks out of which three books : Graber's Textbook of Orthodontics: Basic Principles and Practice, Orthodontics: Exam Preparatory Manual for Undergraduates, and Textbook of Orthodontics from Elsevier and he also has 2 more books: Textbook of Craniofacial Growth, and Manual of Pediatric Dentistry through Jaypee Brothers.


Current Therapy in Orthodontics

Current Therapy in Orthodontics

Author: Ravindra Nanda

Publisher: Mosby

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780323054607

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This titles addresses the evolving science of orthodontics as it relates to optimal patient therapy and care. Topics covered include diagnosis and treatment planning, the management of sagittal and vertical discrepancies, the management of adult and complex cases, and the application of biomedicine in orthodontic treatment.


Cleft and Craniofacial Orthodontics

Cleft and Craniofacial Orthodontics

Author: Pradip R. Shetye

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2023-03-28

Total Pages: 852

ISBN-13: 1119778344

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Comprehensive reference work for managing patients with orofacial clefts and complex craniofacial conditions from birth to skeletal maturity Cleft and Craniofacial Orthodontics is a comprehensive and detailed reference work on the management of patients with orofacial clefts and complex craniofacial conditions. Covering patients ranging from birth to skeletal maturity, the book provides orthodontists, plastic and oral and maxillofacial surgeons, speech and language therapist, pediatric dentists, and prosthodontists with the information they need to evaluate and treat these conditions. Highlighting the multidisciplinary team approach, the book aids clinicians in developing a complete plan for their patients. Each chapter is organized to reflect clinical practice, making it easy to apply the information to the treatment setting. Additionally, a companion website offers video clips of surgical and orthodontic procedures to further aid in reader comprehension and application. Sample topics covered within the work include: Introduction to orofacial clefting: cleft lip and palate anatomy, cleft types and classification, epidemiology, and genetics of cleft lip and palate Early management of orofacial clefting: prenatal diagnosis and counselling, feeding infants with clefts, and development of nasoalveolar molding therapy Orthodontic treatment: interceptive orthodontics, management of anteroposterior and transverse discrepancies, preparation for alveolar bone grafting, and combined orthodontic-orthognathic management. Orthodontic and multidisciplinary management of twenty complex craniofacial conditions including craniofacial microsomia, Treacher-Collins syndrome, and syndromic craniosynostosis Orthodontists, plastic surgeons, craniofacial surgeons, oral and maxillofacial surgeons, speech and language therapist, pediatric dentists, prosthodontists, and otolaryngologists can use this book to attain essential knowledge on managing patients with orofacial clefts and complex craniofacial conditions and understand how to apply that knowledge to practical patient settings.


Handbook of Orthodontics E-Book

Handbook of Orthodontics E-Book

Author: Martyn T. Cobourne

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2010-02-04

Total Pages: 439

ISBN-13: 0723436037

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Richly illustrated and in full colour throughout, the new HANDBOOK OF ORTHODONTICS presents the subject of orthodontics in an accessible, easy-to-read manner. Whilst maintaining a strong clinical focus throughout, this new volume provides the reader with a firm understanding of the problem of malocclusion and its management and addresses the controversies in modern orthodontics by taking an evidence-based look at current clinical practice. The book also presents a clear explanation of the basic sciences of relevance to the orthodontist, including an up-to-date look at craniofacial development, growth and syndromic conditions that affect this region. - Offers comprehensive coverage of clinical orthodontics, from diagnosis and treatment planning through contemporary removable and fixed appliances to cleft lip and palate - Helps the reader develop a critical approach to the different philosophies of treatment by addressing controversies in orthodontics and looking at current clinical practice in an evidence-based manner - Covers the scientific basis of orthodontics in detail with particular focus on embryology, craniofacial development, growth and the biology of tooth movement - Numerous clinical examples clearly illustrate the theory described - Succinct writing style and rich use of pedagogy - almost 400 illustrations and tables together with 'pull-out boxes' – to help make learning easy - Ideal for use as a textbook or as a reference manual - Suitable for senior dental students, postgraduate trainees and residents in orthodontics