Orthodontic and Dentofacial Orthopedic Treatment

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Written by experts in the field, this essential atlas provides a comprehensive discussion of the safest, fastest, and most efficient evidence-based orthodontic and dentofacial orthopedic treatments. Leading clinicians provide information on innovative methods and materials - including the twin block technique, the functional magnetic system, the interarch compression spring, and the Invisalign system. The book also contains thorough reviews of diagnostic principles, preventive orthodontics, early treatment options, implants, functional therapeutic methods, and treatment planning for mandibular distraction osteogenesis. Instructive color photographs and illustrations accompany clinically relevant case studies that demonstrate key techniques and long-term treatment results. Key Features: Clinical information on interceptive orthodontics, including discussions of guided extraction and functional orthopedics The biomechanics of orthodontic therapy for fixed and removable appliances Discussion of anchorage control and septal arch mechanics The latest methods for solving tooth-size discrepancies, morphologic variations, and recrowding in the lower anterior segment 1260 drawings, radiographs, and photos - most in full-color Packed with valuable information for dentists and maxillofacial surgeons, Orthodontic and Dentofacial Orthopedic Treatment is crucial reading for every orthodontist and orthodontic student. Table of Contents 1 Therapeutic Diagnosis   Thomas Rakosi 2 Preventive Orthodontics   Brian Preston 3 Early Treatment: Interceptive Guidance of Occlusion including Serial Extraction followed by Mechanotherapy   Jack Dale 4 Functional Orthodontic and Functional Orthopedic Treatment   Thomas Rakosi 5 The Twin Block Technique   William Clark 6 The Functional Magnetic System   Alexander Vardimon 7 Early Maxillary Expansion   M. Ali Darendeliler 8 The Interarch Compression Spring in Orthodontics   John DeVincenzo 9 Anchorage Control in Orthodontic Extraction Therapy   Michael Marcotte 10 Segmented Arch Mechanics    Andrew Kuhlberg 11 The Alexander Discipline    R. G. Wick Alexander 12 Implants and Orthodontics    Magdalena Kotova 13 Treatment with the Invisalign System    Rainer-Reginald Miethke 14 Stripping    Bjorn Zachrisson 15 Active Retention Procedures    John J. Sheridan 16 Treatment Planning for Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis    Jason B. Cope Index