Master Orthodontics with This Comprehensive, Illustrated Guide
The Handbook of Orthodontics, Third Edition provides a concise yet thorough overview of the scientific principles and clinical practices in orthodontics. Ideal for postgraduate students, dental undergraduates, and practicing clinicians, this text balances foundational theory with contemporary techniques.
Key Features:
- Comprehensive Theoretical Coverage: Includes definitive chapters on craniofacial development, postnatal growth, dentition development, craniofacial syndromes, and occlusion principles.
- Clinical Orthodontics in Depth: Step-by-step guidance on patient examination, diagnosis, treatment planning, and management of malocclusion. Explores dentofacial orthopaedics, fixed and removable appliances, skeletal anchorage, clear aligner systems, and orthognathic surgery.
- Evidence-Based Practice: Summaries of the latest clinical research and a dedicated chapter on critical appraisal of orthodontic literature help clinicians stay up-to-date.
- Special Features: Standalone text boxes highlight controversies, special interests, and key clinical insights. Consolidated bibliographies summarize essential research.
- Visual Learning: Over 500 high-quality illustrations and photographs, with 150+ new figures, aid comprehension and application of complex concepts.
- Enhanced Accessibility: Small, portable format for quick reference. Each purchase includes an enhanced eBook for searchable, customizable content with note-taking and read-aloud features.
- New Content: Expanded coverage on dentofacial orthopaedics, skeletal anchorage, and clear aligner systems.
This edition serves as an indispensable resource for understanding orthodontic principles, mastering clinical techniques, and staying informed on contemporary evidence-based practices.
