Orthodontics: Current Principles and Techniques 7th Edition

Comprehensive and Cutting-Edge Insights into Contemporary Orthodontic Practice

Orthodontics: Current Principles and Techniques, 7th Edition offers an evidence-based approach to orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning, and clinical techniques, encompassing aesthetics, genetics, temporary anchorage devices, aligners, technology-assisted biomechanics, and more. This edition introduces seven new chapters covering topics such as AI, maxillary expansion in adults, Class II correctors, and autotransplantation. Additionally, newly authored chapters on orthognathic surgery and the craniofacial team, the periodontal-orthodontic interface, interdisciplinary treatment, and accelerated tooth movement reflect current perspectives.

This edition includes access to an enhanced eBook version featuring videos and additional visuals to clarify complex concepts. Readers can also access exclusive online chapters and a fully searchable version of the text. Esteemed editors Lee Graber, Katherine Vig, Greg Huang, and new editor Pádhraig Fleming, along with expert contributors from around the globe, provide the most up-to-date and comprehensive collection of orthodontic knowledge, making this the essential resource for orthodontic residents and practitioners.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive coverage serves as a one-stop resource for orthodontics, including foundational theory and the latest materials and techniques used in modern practice.
• A team of experienced and renowned editors leads expert international contributors to deliver authoritative insights into clinical practice and supporting science.
• Over 3,400 images, including radiographs, full-color clinical photos, and schematic line drawings, illustrate treatment examples, techniques, and outcomes.
• Detailed case studies highlight the decision-making process and the long-term effects of various treatment techniques.
• Extensive references facilitate easy access to the latest orthodontic research and evidence-based information, all of which are available online.
• The enhanced eBook, included with every print purchase, features a fully searchable text along with bonus online-only chapters and instructional videos.
• NEW! Seven chapters introduce topics such as AI, maxillary expansion in adults, Class II correctors, and autotransplantation, along with newly authored chapters on aligners, orthognathic surgery, the periodontal-orthodontic interface, interdisciplinary and computer-assisted treatment, temporary anchorage devices, and accelerated tooth movement.
• UPDATED! Relevant literature and evidence-based practices are integrated throughout the text.
• NEW! Additional photos and illustrations reinforce key concepts and procedures visually.