PRINCIPLES AND BIOMECHANICS OF ALIGNER TREATMENT WITH ACCESS CODE (HB 2022)

Improve patient outcomes with the latest advances in aligner treatment and orthodontics! Principles and Biomechanics of Aligner Treatment describes how to use and adjust the materials involved in tooth alignment. Featuring full-color photos and illustrations, this book provides a clear overview of tooth alignment techniques along with step-by-step instructions for both normal and unusual cases. An Expert Consult website includes access to the fully searchable eBook. From a team of active clinicians and researchers led by Ravindra Nanda, this expert resource takes your orthodontic skills to the next level.

• Protocols for treatment describe how to manage aligner orthodontics cases in almost every clinical situation.
• Full-color photos and illustrations show clinical cases.
• Expert, international authors represent the top fields of aligner orthodontics and provide the latest thinking and the most current procedures.
• Explanation of biological science makes it easier to understand the principles behind aligner treatment.
• Coverage of mechanical properties clearly explains the materials used in aligner orthodontics.
• Tips and tricks provide advice and insight into technical adjustment.
• Expert Consult website includes fully searchable access to the entire text with each new print purchase.

Dr. Ravindra Nanda is professor emeritus and was Head of the Department of Craniofacial Sciences and Chair of the Division of Orthodontics at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine. He was part of the founding faculty of School of Dental Medicine and was at the University of Connecticut since 1972 where he also holds an Alumni Chair in the Orthodontics Division. He is an innovator of various appliances in orthodontics. His research and clinical interests include adolescent and adult orthodontics, the biology of tooth mobility, craniofacial orthopedics, biomechanics, and developing efficient mechanics to deliver orthodontic care.

Dr. Tommaso Castroflorio is a researcher and aggregate professor of the Chair of Orthodontics and of the postgraduate Specialization School in Orthodontics at the University of Torino Dental School. His research interests are focused on aligner orthodontics, biology of orthodontic tooth movement and masticatory muscles physiology. He is the President elect of the European Aligner Society

Dr. Francesco Garino is an orthodontist who pioneered aligner orthodontics in Europe. He practices orthodontics in his office located in Torino. He contributed to several clinical trials conducted to develop materials and protocols in aligner orthodontics. He has lectured extensively in Italy and abroad about aligner orthodontics and digital innovations in orthodontics. He is the scientific chairman of the European Aligner Society.

Dr. Kenji Ojima is the President of the Japan Academy of Aligner Orthodontics. He practices orthodontics in his offices located in Tokyo. He also serves as President of the Asian Chapter of the American Academy of Cosmetic Orthodontics. He is chairman of Frontier Invisalign JAPAN study group and Boarding member of Strategic Aligner Orthodontics JAPAN.