Practical Early Orthodontic Treatment: A Case-Based Review

A comprehensive guide to orthodontic treatment for children

Practical Early Orthodontic Treatment: A Case-Based Review delivers exhaustive instruction in the evaluation and treatment of childhood malocclusions and dentofacial deformities.

Written as a “mini-residency,” this book uses a question-and-answer format to encourage the reader to think critically and gauge the progress of his/her understanding. It provides the reader with a robust foundation for making the best possible childhood evaluation and treatment decisions. The book offers:

• A thorough overview of general early treatment principles
• An extensive discussion of facial skeleton, airway, and dentition growth and development concepts
• Comprehensive explorations of early crowding, eruption problems, and missing succedaneous teeth
• Extensive presentations of early anteroposterior, vertical, and transverse problems with treatment solutions
• A vast collection of high-quality images illustrating the conditions and appropriate therapies

Perfect for orthodontists, pediatric dentists, and dentists in general practice, Practical Early Orthodontic Treatment: A Case-Based Review is also useful to residents and dental students with an interest in orthodontic care.

Thomas E. Southard, DDS, MS is Professor and former Chair of the Department of Orthodontics at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry in Iowa City, Iowa, USA.

Steven D. Marshall, DDS, MS is Visiting Professor at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry in Iowa City, Iowa, USA.

Laura L. Bonner, DDS, MS is in private practice and is a Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry in Iowa City, Iowa, USA.

Kyungsup Shin, PhD, DMD, MS is Associate Professor, Director for Clinical Research, and Graduate Program Director at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa, USA.