Contemporary Orthodontics
- 7th Edition - January 13, 2025
- Imprint: Mosby
- Authors: Henry Fields, Brent Larson, David M. Sarver, William R. Proffit
- Language: English
- Hardback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 3 0 7 1 - 0
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 3 4 5 3 - 4
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Learn the latest approaches to orthodontic diagnosis and treatment! Contemporary Orthodontics, Seventh Edition provides an evidence-based guide to the stages of growth and development, diagnosis, treatment planning, and current treatment techniques. Coverage includes biomechanics and the mechanical principles in orthodontic force control, along with a discussion of contemporary orthodontic appliances and the treatment of malocclusion and dentofacial deformity. Illustrated case studies help you more easily apply concepts to practice. Written by an experienced team of orthodontic specialists led by Henry W. Fields Jr., Brent E. Larson, and David M. Sarver, this is the go-to orthodontics text and reference for dental students, general dentists, and orthodontic residents and specialists.
Learn the latest approaches to orthodontic diagnosis and treatment! Contemporary Orthodontics, Seventh Edition provides an evidence-based guide to the stages of growth and development, diagnosis, treatment planning, and current treatment techniques. Coverage includes biomechanics and the mechanical principles in orthodontic force control, along with a discussion of contemporary orthodontic appliances and the treatment of malocclusion and dentofacial deformity. Illustrated case studies help you more easily apply concepts to practice. Written by an experienced team of orthodontic specialists led by Henry W. Fields Jr., Brent E. Larson, and David M. Sarver, this is the go-to orthodontics text and reference for dental students, general dentists, and orthodontic residents and specialists.
- NEW! Content updates include current discussions of scientific evidence, informed consent, AI, two new chapters on clear tray aligners, OSA-related issues, and technology applied to orthognathic surgery planning and treatment
- NEW! More than 200 updated photos and illustrations demonstrate new techniques and technologies, increasing the total number of images in the book to nearly 2,000
- Comprehensive coverage provides detailed information on principles of growth and development, diagnosis with helpful checklists,treatment planning with more guidance, and current treatment procedures
- Coverage of topics included on the INBDE prepares you for the examination
- Clear writing style and logical organization makes difficult topics easier to understand.
- Case studies with photographs and illustrations highlight and reinforce key concepts in the treatment of complex problems in both children and adults
- Focus on three major areas of dentistry includes: 1) the principles of growth and development that underlie the clinical practice of dentistry for children, 2) the application of those principles in diagnosis and treatment planning for children and adults, and 3) basic orthodontic treatment methods
- Enhanced eBook version is included with every new print purchase, featuring access to all the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud
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- Title of Book
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
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- Copyright
- Dedication
- List of Contributors
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- Section 1: The Orthodontic Problem
- 1. Malocclusion and Dentofacial Abnormalities in Contemporary Society
- Chapter Outline
- The Changing Goals of Orthodontic Treatment
- The Usual Orthodontic Problems: Epidemiology of Malocclusion
- Why Is Malocclusion So Prevalent?
- Who Needs Treatment?
- Generating and Assessing Data
- Demand for Treatment
- References
- 2. Concepts of Growth and Development
- Chapter Outline
- Growth: Pattern, Variability, and Timing
- Methods for Studying Physical Growth
- The Nature of Skeletal Growth
- Sites and Types of Growth in the Craniofacial Complex
- Theories of Growth Control
- Cognitive, Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Development in Dentistry
- Learning and the Development of Behavior
- Behavior Management in Orthodontic Treatment
- References
- 3. Early Stages of Development
- Chapter Outline
- Late Fetal Development and Birth
- Infancy and Early Childhood: The Primary Dentition Years
- Late Childhood: The Mixed Dentition Years
- References
- 4. Later Stages of Development
- Chapter Outline
- Adolescence: The Early Permanent Dentition Years
- Growth Patterns in the Dentofacial Complex
- Interaction Between Jaw Rotation and Tooth Eruption
- Maturational and Aging Changes
- References
- 5. The Etiology of Orthodontic Problems
- Chapter Outline
- Specific Causes of Malocclusion
- Genetic Influences
- Environmental Influences
- Etiology in Contemporary Perspective
- References
- Section 2: Diagnosis and Treatment Planning
- 6. Orthodontic Diagnosis: The Problem-Oriented Approach
- Chapter Outline
- Questionnaire and Interview
- Clinical Evaluation
- Diagnostic Records
- Template Analysis Techniques
- Orthodontic Classification
- Development of a Problem List
- References
- 7. Orthodontic Treatment Planning: From Problem List to Specific Plan
- Chapter Outline
- Treatment Planning Concepts and Goals
- Major Issues in Planning Treatment
- Treatment Possibilities
- Planning Comprehensive Orthodontic Treatment
- Treatment Planning in Special Circumstances
- Treatment of OSA in Children
- Treatment of OSA in Adults
- Common Dentofacial and Craniofacial Anomalies
- References
- Section 3: Biomechanics, Mechanics, and Contemporary Orthodontic Appliances
- 8. The Biologic Basis of Orthodontic Therapy
- Chapter Outline
- Periodontal and Bone Response to Normal Function
- Periodontal Ligament and Bone Response to Sustained Force
- Anchorage and Its Control
- Deleterious Effects of Orthodontic Force
- References
- 9. Mechanical Principles in Orthodontic Force Control
- Chapter Outline
- Elastic Materials and the Production of Orthodontic Force
- Basic Biomechanics: Foundation Concepts
- Mechanical Aspects of Anchorage Control
- Advanced Biomechanics: Clinical Applications
- References
- 10. Contemporary Orthodontic Appliances
- Chapter Outline
- Removable Appliances
- Fixed Appliances
- References
- Section 4: Treatment in Preadolescent Children: What Is Different?
- 11. Moderate Nonskeletal Problems in Preadolescent Children: Preventive and Interceptive Treatment in General Practice
- Chapter Outline
- Orthodontic Pretreatment Evaluation: Determining Treatment Complexity and Timing
- Management of Occlusal Relationship Problems
- Management of Eruption Problems
- Space Analysis: Quantification of Space Problems
- Treatment of Space Problems
- References
- 12. Complex Nonskeletal Problems in Preadolescent Children: Preventive and Interceptive Treatment
- Chapter Outline
- Eruption Problems
- Complicated Ectopic Eruption
- Traumatic Displacement of Teeth
- Space-Related Problems
- References
- Section 5: Growth Modification
- 13. Treatment of Skeletal Transverse and Class III Problems
- Chapter Outline
- Growth Modification in the Transverse Plane of Space
- Class III Growth Modification
- Summary
- References
- 14. Growth Modification in Class II, Open Bite/Deep Bite, and Multidimensional Problems
- Chapter Outline
- Class II Growth Modification
- Combined Vertical and Anteroposterior Problems
- Facial Asymmetry in Children
- References
- Section 6: Comprehensive Orthodontic Treatment in the Early Permanent Dentition
- 15. Comprehensive Treatment in Adolescents: Alignment and Vertical Problems
- Chapter Outline
- Class I Crowding/Protrusion
- Leveling
- References
- 16. Comprehensive Treatment in Adolescence: Space Closure and Class II/Class III Correction
- Chapter Outline
- Space Closure in Incisor Protrusion Problems
- Class II Correction in Adolescents
- Class III Camouflage
- References
- 17. Comprehensive Treatment: Finishing
- Chapter Outline
- Adjustment of Individual Tooth Positions
- Correction of Vertical Incisor Relationships
- Final “Settling” of Teeth
- Positioners and Aligners for Finishing
- Special Finishing Procedures to Avoid Relapse
- Micro-Esthetic Procedures in Finishing
- References
- 18. Clear Aligners in Adolescents
- Chapter Outline
- Development of Aligner Treatment
- Tooth Alignment Concepts
- Management of A–P, Vertical, and Transverse Correction
- Hybrid Treatment
- Strategies for Success
- References
- 19. Retention
- Chapter Outline
- Why is Retention Necessary?
- Removable Retainers
- Fixed Retainers
- Active Retainers
- References
- Section 7: Treatment for Adults
- 20. Special Considerations in Treatment for Adults
- Chapter Outline
- Adjunctive Versus Comprehensive Treatment
- Principles of Adjunctive Treatment
- Adjunctive Treatment Procedures
- Comprehensive Treatment in Adults
- Summary
- References
- 21. Clear Aligners in Adults
- Chapter Outline
- Aligners Versus Fixed Treatment in Adults
- Benefits and Limitations of Aligners
- Challenges in Adult Patients
- Comprehensive Treatment
- Mild Difficulty
- Moderate Challenges
- Complex Cases
- Hybrid Treatment
- Root Uprighting
- Deep Bite Correction
- Limited Treatment
- Crowding
- Spacing
- Minor Occlusal Changes
- Other Challenges
- References
- 22. Combined Surgical and Orthodontic Treatment
- Chapter Outline
- Development of Orthognathic Surgery
- The Borderline Patient: Camouflage Versus Surgery
- Contemporary Surgical Techniques
- Special Considerations in Planning Surgical Treatment
- Putting Surgical and Orthodontic Treatment Together: Who Does What and When?
- References
- Index
- Edition: 7
- Published: January 13, 2025
- Imprint: Mosby
- No. of pages: 768
- Language: English
- Hardback ISBN: 9780323930710
- eBook ISBN: 9780323934534
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Henry Fields
Affiliations and expertise
Professor Emeritus, OSU College of Dentistry; Chief, Orthodontics, Nationwide Children’s Hospital Department of Dentistry, Columbus, Ohio, USABL
Brent Larson
Professor and Director Brent Larson works in the Division of Orthodontics, Assistant Dean for Advanced Education, Director of Graduate Studies, MS Dentistry at the School of Dentistry, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Affiliations and expertise
Professor and Director, Division of Orthodontics, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United StatesDS
David M. Sarver
Adjunct Professor David M. Sarver works at University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill, NC; Private Practice, Birmingham, Alabama.
Affiliations and expertise
Adjunct Professor, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC; Private Practice, Birmingham, Alabama, USAWP
William R. Proffit
William R. Proffit wors in the Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC.
Affiliations and expertise
Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC, USA