Orthodontics at a Glance

Orthodontics at a Glance is a new dentistry title in the highly popular at a Glance series. It provides a concise and accessible introduction and revision aid. Following the familiar, easy-to-use at a Glance format, each topic is presented as a double-page spread with key facts accompanied by clear diagrams encapsulating essential knowledge.

1. INTRODUCTION. CRANIOFACIAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT. 2. An Introduction into Facial Growth and Development. 3. Growth and Development of the Neurocranium. 4. Growth and Development of the Nasomaxillary Complex. 5. Growth and Development of the Mandible. 6. Growth and Development of the Soft Tissues. 7. Development of the Dentition. DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT PLANNING. 8. The Aetiology of Malocclusion I: Skeletal and Soft Tissue Factors. 9. The Aetiology of Malocclusion II: Locals Factors and Habits. 10. The Classification of Malocclusion. 11. Principles of Orthodontic Treatment Planning. 12. The Risks and Benefits of Orthodontic Treatment. 13. History. 14. Extra-oral Examination: Skeletal Pattern. 15. Extra-Oral Examination: Soft Tissues. 16. Intra-Oral Examination. 17. Smile Analysis. 18. Space Analysis. 19. Orthodontic Records. 20. Cephalometric Analysis. THE MANAGEMENT OF MALOCCLUSION. 21. Class 1 Malocclusion. 22. Class 2, Division 1 Malocclusion. 23. Class 2, Division 2 Malocclusion. 24. Class 3 Malocclusion. 25. Asymmetries. 26. Open Bite Malocclusion. 27. Deep Bite Malocclusion. 28. Interceptive Orthodontics. 29. Poor Prognosis First Permanent Molars. 30. Crossbites. 31. Impacted Teeth. 32. Impacted Maxillary Canines. 33. Hypodontia. 34. Supernumaries. TREATMENT TECHNIQUES. 35. The Biology of Tooth Movement. 36. Biomechanics of Tooth Movement. 37. Anchorage Management. 38. Removable Appliances. 39. Functional Appliances. 40. Fixed Appliances. 41. Stability and Retention. 42. Adult Orthodontics. 43. Orthognathic Surgery. 44. Cleft Lip and Palate