Orthodontic Management of the Dentition with the Preadjusted Appliance [Hardcover]

John C. Bennett FDS RCS (Author), Richard P. McLaughlin BS DDS (Author), Richard P. McLaughlin (Author), Richard McLaughlin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1, 2002

This practical, highly illustrated guide presents an innovative, organized approach to essential topics in orthodontics such as crowding, spacing, tooth size discrepancies, and management of common ectopic eruption problems and impactions. Its unique approach focuses on the treatment mechanics of each individual tooth involved, rather than the dentition as a whole.

• Addresses the management of individual teeth within the dentition using the preadjusted appliance - the most popular orthodontic appliance worldwide.
• Written by an internationally-known and respected author team, for an expert, authoritative treatment of the Subject.
• Focuses on situations frequently seen in the day-to-day practice of orthodontics, making this book clinically relevant for practitioners.
• Illustrates the practical application of the procedures discussed with 30 real-world case studies.
• Lavishly illustrated with high-quality color photographs and clear line diagrams to clarify important concepts.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"the most comprehensive and clear presentation of common clinical situations and their solutions for the orthodontic practitioner. It is a must-read for students, researchers and clinicians involved in the orthodontic treatment of malocclusions."Journal of the American Dental Association
to read with excellent diagrams...substantial reference to the relevant literature...There will be very few clinicians who do not learn something of immediate practical benefit to their patients from this book."British Journal of Orthodontics

About the Author

Dr. Richard McLaughlin D.D.S. is one of the orthodontic industry's foremost instructors on advanced treatment using the pre-adjusted appliance. He established his still-thriving orthodontic practice shortly after graduating from the orthodontics program at the University of Southern California. He continues to treat patients in his San Diego office, and maintains an international lecturing and teaching schedule. Dr. McLaughlin is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, a member of the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists and American Association of Orthodontists, and was recently honored with the American Board's Dale B. Wade Award. He is the Southern California Component Director of the Edward H. Angle Society of Orthodontists, a clinical professor at USC's department of Orthodontics, and an associate professor at St. Louis University, Department of Orthodontics. He has written more than 30 journal articles, and co-authored 4 textbooks.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 388 pages
• Publisher: Mosby (February 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0723432651
• ISBN-13: 978-0723432654
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 9.2 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.9 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,622,687 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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