Essentials of Orthodontics with Quick Revision Supplement,5th ed
- 5th Edition - May 15, 2026
- Latest edition
- Author: Sridhar Premkumar
- Language: English
Essentials of Orthodontics, 5eEssentials of Orthodontics provides a high-level strategic overview of the century of orthodontic discipline. From developmental fundamenta… Read more
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Essentials of Orthodontics, 5e
Essentials of Orthodontics provides a high-level strategic overview of the century of orthodontic discipline. From developmental fundamentals to long-term relapse prevention, this book delivers significant clinical insights within a meticulously organized structure. A favourite among students and clinicians alike, this book junctions theoretical models and practical reality.
Premkumar's Self- assessment and advance Reading Companion
Elevate Your Orthodontic Foundation...
The current advancement in orthodontics demands a link between classical knowledge and modern technology. It is a well-thought-out effort that will enable clinicians and students to access practical information concerning new developments in the world of craniofacial care.
Essentials of Orthodontics provides a high-level strategic overview of the century of orthodontic discipline. From developmental fundamentals to long-term relapse prevention, this book delivers significant clinical insights within a meticulously organized structure. A favourite among students and clinicians alike, this book junctions theoretical models and practical reality.
Premkumar's Self- assessment and advance Reading Companion
Elevate Your Orthodontic Foundation...
The current advancement in orthodontics demands a link between classical knowledge and modern technology. It is a well-thought-out effort that will enable clinicians and students to access practical information concerning new developments in the world of craniofacial care.
Key features
Key features
Essentials of Orthodontics, 5e
• First-of-its-Kind Mind Maps: This is the first Indian orthodontic textbook to include dedicated Mind Maps in each chapter, specifically designed to help students quickly revise, remember, and present complex information during exams.
• Comprehensive yet Succinct Content: The book acts as a conglomeration of academic knowledge covering everything from Growth and Development to Retention and Relapse in a highly organized, exam-oriented framework.
• Vivid Multi-Colour Format: Replacing the traditional single-colour layout, this edition uses a multi-colour format and colour photo templates to make complex clinical structures and theoretical concepts easier to visualize and interpret.
• New Clinical Topics: Chapters on modern orthodontic advancements such as Lasers in Orthodontics, Friction in Orthodontics, and Mini Screw Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (MARPE).
• Enhanced Pedagogical Tools: That Includes Sequential and sectional chapter outlines, Vital Points and Refurbished Visuals with revisited tables, flowcharts, and figures that directly correlate with learned concepts for better recollection.
• Syllabus Alignment: The content is personalized to fulfil the updated syllabus of the Dental Council of India (DCI) and various international universities in the domain of orthodontics.
• Digital Integration: Access to Medenact search engine for enhanced digital learning.
Premkumar's Self- assessment and advance Reading Companion
Inside this edition:
• First-of-its-Kind Mind Maps: This is the first Indian orthodontic textbook to include dedicated Mind Maps in each chapter, specifically designed to help students quickly revise, remember, and present complex information during exams.
• Comprehensive yet Succinct Content: The book acts as a conglomeration of academic knowledge covering everything from Growth and Development to Retention and Relapse in a highly organized, exam-oriented framework.
• Vivid Multi-Colour Format: Replacing the traditional single-colour layout, this edition uses a multi-colour format and colour photo templates to make complex clinical structures and theoretical concepts easier to visualize and interpret.
• New Clinical Topics: Chapters on modern orthodontic advancements such as Lasers in Orthodontics, Friction in Orthodontics, and Mini Screw Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (MARPE).
• Enhanced Pedagogical Tools: That Includes Sequential and sectional chapter outlines, Vital Points and Refurbished Visuals with revisited tables, flowcharts, and figures that directly correlate with learned concepts for better recollection.
• Syllabus Alignment: The content is personalized to fulfil the updated syllabus of the Dental Council of India (DCI) and various international universities in the domain of orthodontics.
• Digital Integration: Access to Medenact search engine for enhanced digital learning.
Premkumar's Self- assessment and advance Reading Companion
Inside this edition:
- Evolution of Knowledge: From concept development and growth theory evolution to traditional bite classification systems.
- Digital Age: Details on 3D orthodontics, computerized cephalometric analysis tools, and advanced digital photography.
- Biological Aspects: Information on the molecular biology of tooth movements, genetic aspects of orthodontics, and methods for accelerated tooth movement.
- Practical Aspects: Information on frictional mechanisms in orthodontics, new types of wire alloys and materials used for debonding and bonding brackets.
- Planning of Orthodontics: Evidence based comparison of single and two phase treatment, use of functional appliances, and the “Surgery First” technique compared to other orthognathic surgeries.
- Frontier Orthodontics: Clinical uses of aligner therapy and the importance of orthodontics in OSA treatment.
- Multiple Choice Questions: MCQs included in this companion book at the end of each section support self-assessment and revision. Learners can quickly identify gaps in their understanding and reinforce key concepts through practice. It also helps in preparation for PG NEET exams. Whether a student’s goal is to prepare for exams or enhance their skills, this supplement is essential, as it blends scientifically proven traditional methods with modern technology.
Table of contents
Table of contents
Essentials of Orthodontics, 5e
Section I Development of a Concept
1. Introduction to Orthodontics
2. Epidemiology of Malocclusion
3. Theories of Growth
Section II Growth and Development
4. Concepts of Growth and Development
5. Growth of Facial Structures
6. Development of Occlusion and Normal Occlusion
7. Stomatognathics in Orthodontics
Section III Development of Problems
8. Classification of Malocclusion
9. Aetiology of Malocclusion
SECTION IV Diagnosis
10. Case History and Clinical Examination in Orthodontics
11. Radiographs and Related Diagnostic Aids
12. Model Analysis
13. Cephalometrics
SECTION V Biology, Mechanics and Orthodontic Materials
14. Biology of Tooth Movement
15. Biomechanics of Orthodontic Tooth Movement
16. Materials used in Orthodontics
SECTION VI Orthodontic Appliances
17. Removable Appliances
18. Functional Appliances
19. Orthopaedic Appliances
20. Expansion Appliances
21. Fixed Appliances
SECTION VII Treatment Planning in Orthodontics
22. General Considerations in Treatment Planning
23. Methods of Gaining Space
SECTION VIII Early Orthodontic Treatment
24. Preventive Orthodontics
25. Interceptive Orthodontics
SECTION IX Surgical Considerations in Orthodontics
26. Surgical Orthodontics
27. Cleft Lip and Palate
SECTION X Corrective Orthodontics
28. Management of Intra-Arch Problems
29. Management of Transverse Malocclusions
30. Management of Vertical Malocclusions
31. Management of Sagittal Malocclusions
32. Management of Problems in Adult Patients
SECTION XI Miscellaneous
33. Retention and Relapse
34. Risks in Orthodontic Treatment
Premkumar's Self-assessment and Advanced Reading Companion
Sec I Development of a Concept
Sec II Growth and Development
Sec III Development of Problems
Sec IV Diagnosis
Sec V Biology, Mechanics and Orthodontic Materials
Sec VI Orthodontic Appliances
Sec VII Treatment Planning in Orthodontics
Sec VIII Early Orthodontic Treatment
Sec IX Surgical Considerations in Orthodontics
Sec X Corrective Orthodontics
Sec XI Miscellaneous
Section I Development of a Concept
1. Introduction to Orthodontics
2. Epidemiology of Malocclusion
3. Theories of Growth
Section II Growth and Development
4. Concepts of Growth and Development
5. Growth of Facial Structures
6. Development of Occlusion and Normal Occlusion
7. Stomatognathics in Orthodontics
Section III Development of Problems
8. Classification of Malocclusion
9. Aetiology of Malocclusion
SECTION IV Diagnosis
10. Case History and Clinical Examination in Orthodontics
11. Radiographs and Related Diagnostic Aids
12. Model Analysis
13. Cephalometrics
SECTION V Biology, Mechanics and Orthodontic Materials
14. Biology of Tooth Movement
15. Biomechanics of Orthodontic Tooth Movement
16. Materials used in Orthodontics
SECTION VI Orthodontic Appliances
17. Removable Appliances
18. Functional Appliances
19. Orthopaedic Appliances
20. Expansion Appliances
21. Fixed Appliances
SECTION VII Treatment Planning in Orthodontics
22. General Considerations in Treatment Planning
23. Methods of Gaining Space
SECTION VIII Early Orthodontic Treatment
24. Preventive Orthodontics
25. Interceptive Orthodontics
SECTION IX Surgical Considerations in Orthodontics
26. Surgical Orthodontics
27. Cleft Lip and Palate
SECTION X Corrective Orthodontics
28. Management of Intra-Arch Problems
29. Management of Transverse Malocclusions
30. Management of Vertical Malocclusions
31. Management of Sagittal Malocclusions
32. Management of Problems in Adult Patients
SECTION XI Miscellaneous
33. Retention and Relapse
34. Risks in Orthodontic Treatment
Premkumar's Self-assessment and Advanced Reading Companion
Sec I Development of a Concept
Sec II Growth and Development
Sec III Development of Problems
Sec IV Diagnosis
Sec V Biology, Mechanics and Orthodontic Materials
Sec VI Orthodontic Appliances
Sec VII Treatment Planning in Orthodontics
Sec VIII Early Orthodontic Treatment
Sec IX Surgical Considerations in Orthodontics
Sec X Corrective Orthodontics
Sec XI Miscellaneous
Product details
Product details
- Edition: 5
- Latest edition
- Published: May 15, 2026
- Language: English