An Introduction to Orthodontics

Häftad, Engelska, 2019

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Beskrivning

Hailed as 'superb', 'thorough', and 'contemporary', this is the essential orthodontics text for all staff involved in orthodontic treatment, whether they are dental students, orthodontic therapists, postgraduate students at the beginning of their career, or more experienced clinicians wanting an evidence-based, concise update on the foundations of contemporary orthodontic care. With over 700 illustrations and plenty of case studies, An Introduction to Orthodontics, Fifth Edition is a user-friendly introduction to the subject. Continuing its well-deserved reputation, it is the perfect starting point for learning key concepts and the practical aspects of orthodontics.The new fifth edition has been completely updated to reflect contemporary practice, including a new chapter dedicated to hypodontia and orthodontics, and a new chapter on the fastest growing area in orthodontics, clear aligners. Readers will find further reading and references at the end of each chapter, including references to appropriate Cochrane Reviews to aid revision and support clinical practice. Learning objectives, key points boxes, and instructive artwork make this an essential text for busy readers who need focused and practical learning.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2019-02-27
Mått:221 x 274 x 20 mm
Vikt:1 044 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:368
Upplaga:5
Förlag:OUP OXFORD
ISBN:9780198808664

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Odontologi inom Medicin

Mer om författaren

Simon Littlewood MDSc BDS FDS(Orth)RCPS (Glasg) FDSRCS (Eng) MOrthRCS (Ed) qualified as a specialist orthodontist in 1998. He is an experienced clinician, examiner, writer and teacher. Well-known as an excellent communicator who is able to translate high-quality research into practical, orthodontic clinical practice, Simon has been invited to speak to orthodontic audiences in over 30 different countries.Laura Mitchell MBE MDS BDS FDSRCPS (Glasg) FDSRCS (Eng) FGDP (UK) D. Orth RCS (Eng) M Orth RCS (Eng) qualified as BDS in 1981. She was the co-author of the popular Oxford Handbook of Clinical Dentistry, now in its sixth edition. Laura has always had an enthusiasm for education and training. She has led the development of a number of postgraduate examinations and has played a prominent role in the development of Orthodontic Therapists in the UK. In 2010 she was awarded an MBE for services to healthcare and in 2018 she retired.

Recensioner i media

I think this book should be a go to resource for all residents and also for clinicians who want to update their knowledge with the current evidence ... great example of a comprehensive orthodontic textbook written in a cohesive and concise style which will equip you with enough theory to start a career in orthodontics.

Innehållsförteckning

1: The rationale for orthodontic treatment 2: The aetiology and classification of malocclusion 3: Management of the developing dentition 4: Craniofacial growth and the cellular basis of tooth movement 5: Orthodontic assessment 6: Cephalometrics 7: Treatment planning 8: Class I 9: Class II division 1 10: Class II division 2 11: Class III 12: Anterior open bite and posterior open bite 13: Crossbites 14: Canines 15: Anchorage planning 16: Retention 17: Removable appliances 18: Fixed appliances 19: Functional appliances 20: Adult orthodontics 21: Orthodontic Aligners 22: Orthodontics and orthognathic surgery 23: Hypodontia and orthodontics 24: Cleft lip and palate and other craniofacial anomalies 25: Orthodontic first aid