This simple text traces each stage in the development of the human dentition from preparturition to complete permanent dentition. Common abnormal developmental patterns leading to malocclusion are also portrayed. Extensive illustrations aid quick and accurate comprehension. A primer for dental students and general practitioners.

213 p; 300 illus;

ISBN: 0-86715-103-X

Table of Contents:
1. Some Aspects of the Development of the Dentition Before Birth
2. Development of the Dentition from Birth to the Complete Deciduous Dentition
3. The Complete Deciduous Dentition
4. The Emergence of the First Permanent Molars and the Transition of the Incisors--The First Transitional Period
5. The Dentition in the Intertransitional Period
6. The Transition of the Posterior Teeth and the Emergence of the Second Permanent Molars--The Second Transitional Period.
7. The Permanent Dentition
8. Some General Aspects of the Normal Development of the Dentition
9. Abnormalities in the Dental Arches
10. The Development of the Dentition in Class II/1 Malocclusions
11. The Development of the Dentition in Class II/2 Malocclusions
12. The Development of the Dentition in Class III Malocclusions
13. The Development of the Dentition in Open Bites
14. Subdivisions (Angle), Forced Bites and Deviations in Transverse Dental Arch Relations
15. Results of Premature Loss of Deciduous Teeth
16. Factors Influencing the Development of the Dentition
17. Numerical and Graphical Information Concerning Development of the Dentition
18. Concluding Remarks