The Ortho-Perio Patient: Clinical Evidence & Therapeutic Guidelines 1st Edition

Interdisciplinary Orthodontic-Periodontic Treatment: A Comprehensive Resource

While most orthodontic curricula include courses on interdisciplinary orthodontic-periodontic treatment, there remains a surprising lack of resources on this topic. Written by leading experts in the field, this book offers a thorough analysis from both periodontal and orthodontic perspectives. The authors systematically examine the scientific and clinical interactions between these specialties, reviewing all available evidence and using case studies to illustrate key principles discussed in theory. The result is a text that outlines fundamental treatment strategies and demonstrates how to enhance therapeutic outcomes in orthodontic-periodontic interventions.

With 346 illustrations, the book is structured as follows:

Contents:

Section I: Fundamentals of Oral Physiology

1. Bone Biology and Response to Loading in Adult Orthodontic Patients
2. Microbial Colonization of Teeth and Orthodontic Appliances
3. Changes in the Oral Microbiota During Orthodontic Treatment
4. Pellicle Organization and Plaque Accumulation on Biomaterials

Section II: Periodontal Considerations for the Orthodontic Patient
5. Periodontal Examination of the Orthodontic Patient
6. Etiology and Treatment of Gingival Recessions in Orthodontically Treated Patients
7. Soft Tissue Augmentation at Maxillary and Mandibular Incisors in Orthodontic Patients
8. Periodontal Considerations in Orthodontic and Orthopedic Expansion
9. Surgical Lengthening of the Clinical Crown
10. Management of Impacted Maxillary Canines

Section III: Orthodontic Considerations for the Periodontic Patient
11. Clinical Evidence on the Effect of Orthodontic Treatment on Periodontal Tissues
12. Orthodontic Mechanics in Patients with Periodontal Disease
13. Orthodontic Treatment in Patients with Severe Periodontal Disease