Mitchell Laura. An introduction to orthodontics

Fourth edition. — Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2013. — 326 p. — ISBN: 978-0-19-959471-9.Popular with students, lecturers, and practitioners, An Introduction to Orthodontics, Fourth Edition is a perfect starting point for anyone unfamiliar with the theoretical and practical aspects of orthodontics.
An Introduction to Orthodontics is an established reference text, and now with the addition of several new features it is an ideal revision tool. This textbook is highly illustrated throughout, including over 700 diagrams, clinical photographs and illustrated case studies that show the long-term planning and progress of orthodontic treatment. Each chapter is enhanced by learning objectives, key points boxes, annotated references, and directions to relevant
Cochrane reviews. Orthodontic Assessment, Anchorage Planning, and Removable Appliances chapters are completely revised for the fourth edition. In direct response to a request from the readers, a section on 'What to refer and when' is included in the chapter on Management of the Developing Dentition. The text has a user-friendly design to ensure that content is clear and accessible for deep study or quick reference. Thoroughly
updated and now in its fourth edition, An Introduction to Orthodontics maintains its position as the essential reference and revision text in the field.The rationale for orthodontic treatment
The aetiology and classifi cation of malocclusion
Management of the developing dentition
Craniofacial growth, the cellular basis of tooth movement and anchorage
Orthodontic assessment
Cephalometrics
Treatment planning
Class I
Class II division 1
Class II division 2
Class III
Anterior open bite and posterior open bite
Crossbites
Canines
Anchorage planning
Retention
Removable appliances
Fixed appliances
Functional appliances
Adult orthodontics
Orthodontics and orthognathic surgery
Cleft lip and palate and other craniofacial anomalies
Orthodontic first aid
Definitions