The fifth edition of Contemporary Orthodontics will continue to serve as an excellent textbook for dental and graduate orthodontic students. It is also a great resource book for practitioners who want to have a grasp on what is new in orthodontics.The fifth edition adds 200 outstanding color figures to illustrate new concepts and procedures. The organization of the chapters, with basic material covered first, followed by more detailed information, enables readers from students to specialists to grasp the contents in a systematic manner. This new edition covers most new technologies and concepts evolving in orthodontics. The authors expound on the use of 3-dimensional imaging for diagnosis, treatment planning, and treatment outcome evaluation. New aspects, including the biology of orthodontic tooth movement, especially in regard to new methods for faster tooth movement, are covered.
- NEW! Review of the contemporary applications of 3D imaging in both diagnosis and evaluation of treatment.
- NEW! Updated information on Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADs) and miniplates.
- NEW! The latest advances in the biology of orthodontic treatment, including new ways to accelerate orthodontic tooth movement and the continuing evolution of improved fixed appliances.
- NEW! Over 200 new figures to illustrate new concepts and procedures.