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Oxford Handbook of Clinical Dentistry (5 ed.)

Laura Mitchell, David A. Mitchell

Publisher:
Oxford University Press
Print Publication Date:
Jul 2009
Print ISBN-13:
9780199553303
Published to Oxford Medicine:
Aug 2010
DOI:
10.1093/med/9780199553303.001.0001
Copyright David A. and Laura Mitchell, 2009.

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Orthodontics

Chapter:
Orthodontics
Author(s):

Laura Mitchell,

David A. Mitchell

DOI:
10.1093/med/9780199553303.003.04

Contents

What is orthodontics? - The Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need - Definitions - Orthodontic assessment - Cephalometrics - More cephalometrics - Treatment planning - Management of the developing dentition - Extractions - Extraction of the first permanent molars - Distal movement of the upper buccal segments - Spacing - Buccally displaced maxillary canines - Palatally displaced maxillary canines - Increased overjet - Management of increased overjet - Increased overbite - Management of increased overbite - Anterior open bite (AOB) - Reverse overjet - Management of reverse overjet - Crossbites - Anchorage - Temporary Anchorage Devices (TAD) - Removable appliances—scope and limitations - Removable appliances—design - Fixed appliances - Functional appliances—rationale and mode of action - Types of functional appliance and practical tips - Orthodontics and orthognathic surgery - Cleft lip and palate

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