Contemporary orthodontics / William R. Proffit ; with Henry W. Fields, Jr. [and others].

Author/creator Proffit, William R.
Other author Fields, Henry W., Jr.
Format Book
Edition3rd ed.
Publication InfoSt. Louis : Mosby, ©2000.
Descriptionx, 742 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm
Subjects
Orthodontics.
Orthodontics--methods.

Contents 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 : the development of a problem list -- Orthodontic treatment planning : from problem list to specific plan -- Orthodontic treatment planning : limitations, controversies, and special problems -- Biomechanics and mechanics -- The biologic basis of orthodontic therapy -- Mechanical principles in orthodontic force control -- Fixed and removable appliances -- Removable appliances -- Contemporary fixed appliances -- Treatment of orthodontic problems in preadolescent children -- Moderate nonskeletal problems -- Complex nonskeletal problems -- Skeletal problems -- 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 for adults -- Adjunctive treatment for adults -- Special considerations in comprehensive treatment for adults -- Combined surgical and orthodontic treatment.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
Acquisitions source Laupus- James R. Hupp collection.
LCCN 99024758
ISBN1556645538
ISBN9781556645532

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