The era when the orthodontic specialist was the sole provider of all orthodontic treatment has passed. Thus, to reduce the severity of many complicated treatment cases, one must take a multidisciplinary approach that involves orthodontic therapy with minor surgery in orthodontics. This book describes the most relevant pathologic, surgical, and periodontal aspects of orthodontic treatment planning.

ISBN: 0-86715-248-6

Table of Contents:
1. Orthodontics and Related Dental Pathology
2. Radiologic Assessment for Minor Surgery in Orthodontics
3. Congenital Absence of Permanent Teeth: Orthodontic Treatment Planning Considerations
4. Principles of Oral Surgery
Anatomy and Morphology of the Periodontium
6. Orthodontic/Periodontal Considerations for Minor Periodontal Surgery
7. The Dilemma of the Third Molar
8. Orthodontic Management of Traumatized Teeth
9. Autotransplantations and Orthodontic Treatment Planning

188pp: 315 illus