Contemporary Orthodontics E-dition Text with Continually Updated Online Reference

Name: Contemporary Orthodontics E-dition Text with Continually Updated Online Reference
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ISBN: 9780323046138

ISBN-10: 0323046134

ISBN-13: 9780323046138

Edition: 4th 2007 (Revised)

Authors: William R. Proffit, Henry W. Fields, David M. Sarver

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Its now online the complete text of an acclaimed reference on the basic principles of orthodontics! With this website, all of the content of Contemporary Orthodontics, 4th Edition is fully searchable, making it easy to locate topics and terms quickly. This site also offers access to continually updated information on concepts, treatments, or technologies to keep readers on the cutting edge of orthodontics. An introductory chapter on the state of malocclusion and dentofacial deformity in society today paves the way for the basic concepts of orthodontics and dentition problems during different stages of development. Several chapters provide detailed information on diagnosis, treatment… planning concepts and related problems or controversies. Covers related interdisciplinary treatment approaches, when appropriate, to elucidate the orthodontists potential role in an overall team treatment environment. A new full-color design includes hundreds of clinical photographs and illustrations. Diagnosis and treatment planning chapters are revised to consider new paradigms to teach students and orthodontists how to apply the results of current research to their practice and treatment plans. Updated content on biomechanics. Updated information on mechanical principles. Appliance chapters have been condensed to reflect only the most useful and contemporary materials. Chapters on treatment for adults have been rewritten to include new concepts in periodontics and new clinical cases with predictions and outcomes and discussion of surgical vs. orthodontic treatment options. Early treatment chapters have been consolidated and new research included in the reorganization of content to make it consistent with the best data available in the literature. Every section of the book begins with a section opener to outline the main concepts discussed in that section. ONLINE ACCESS OFFERS: The complete text in searchable online format allows instant access to topics and terms of interest. Continual updates of content keep readers on the cutting edge of orthodontic news. A collection of full-color illustrations downloadable in PowerPoint format. Weblinks to relevant resources and additional orthodontic websites provide opportunities for further reading and learning about current, applicable resources. References in the text linked to their specific text through MedLine for easy access to further readings. Purchase of this product includes a limited personal license for use exclusively by the individual who has purchased the product. This license and access to the web site operates strictly on the basis of a single user per PIN.The sharing of passwords is strictly prohibited, and any attempt to do so will invalidate the password.The license and access may not be lent, resold, or otherwise circulated. Full details of the license and terms and conditions of use are available upon registration. Your purchase ofContemporary Orthodontics e-dition, 4th Editionentitles you to access the web site until the next edition is published, or until the current edition is no longer offered for sale by Elsevier, whichever occurs first. If the next edition is published less than one year after your purchase, you will be entitled to online access for one year from your date of purchase. Elsevier reserves the right to offer a suitable replacement product (such as a downloadable or CD-ROM-based electronic version) should online access to the web site be discontinued.

Book details

List price: $223.00
Edition: 4th
Copyright year: 2007
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Publication date: 1/5/2007
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 768
Size: 9.00" wide x 11.25" long x 1.75" tall
Weight: 5.346
Language: English




The Orthodontic Problem



Malocclusion and Dentofacial Deformity in Contemporary Society



The Development of Orthodontic Problems



Concepts of Growth and Development



Early Stages of Development



Later Stages of Development



The Etiology of Orthodontic Problems



Diagnosis and Treatment Planning



Orthodontic Diagnosis: Development of Problem List



Orthodontic Treatment Planning: From Problem List to Specific Plan



Orthodontic Treatment Planning: Limitations, Controversies, and Special Problems



Biomechanics, Mechanics and Contemporary Orthodontic Appliances



The Biologic Basis of Orthodontic Therapy



Mechanical Principles in Orthodontic Force Control



Contemporary Orthodontic Appliances



Treatment in Preadolescent Children



Treatment of Nonskeletal Problems in Children



Treatment of Skeletal Problems in Children



Comprehensive Orthodontic Treatment in the Early Permanent Dentition



The First Stage of Comprehensive Treatment: Alignment and Leveling



The Second Stage of Comprehensive Treatment: Correction of Molar Relationship and Space Closure



The Third Stage of Comprehensive Treatment: Finishing



Retention



Treatment in Adults



Special Considerations in Treatment for Adults



Combined Surgical and Orthodontic Treatment