Although most orthodontic curricula provide courses on interdisciplinary orthodontic-periodontic treatment, there are still surprisingly few resources on the topic. Written by leading scholars in the field, this book provides a broad analysis of the topic from both the periodontal and orthodontic perspectives. The authors systematically analyze the scientific and clinical interactions of these specialties by reviewing all the available evidence and using case studies to demonstrate principles discussed in theory. The result is a text that outlines the treatment fundamentals and shows how to improve the therapeutic outcomes involving orthodontic-periodontic interventions. 346 illus.

Although most orthodontic curricula provide courses on interdisciplinary orthodontic-periodontic treatment, there are still surprisingly few resources on the topic. Written by leading scholars in the field, this book provides a broad analysis of the topic from both the periodontal and orthodontic perspectives. The authors systematically analyze the scientific and clinical interactions of these specialties by reviewing all the available evidence and using case studies to demonstrate principles discussed in theory. The result is a text that outlines the treatment fundamentals and shows how to improve the therapeutic outcomes involving orthodontic-periodontic interventions. 346 illus.

"Section I: Fundamentals of Oral Physiology1. Bone Biology and Response to Loading in Adult Orthodontic Patients2. Microbial Colonization of Teeth and Orthodontic Appliances3. Changes in the Oral Microbiota During Orthodontic Treatment4. Pellicle Organization and Plaque Accumulation on BiomaterialsSection II: Periodontal Considerations for the Orthodontic Patient5. Periodontal Examination of the Orthodontic Patient6. Etiology and Treatment of Gingival Recessions in Orthodontically Treated Patients7. Soft Tissue Augmentation at Maxillary and Mandibular Incisors in Orthodontic Patients8. Periodontal Considerations in Orthodontic and Orthopedic Expansion9. Surgical Lengthening of the Clinical Crown10. Management of Impacted Maxillary CaninesSection III: Orthodontic Considerations for the Periodontic Patient11. Clinical Evidence on the Effect of Orthodontic Treatment on the Periodontal Tissues12. Orthodontic Mechanics in Patients with Periodontal Disease13. Orthodontic Treatment in Patients with Severe Periodontal Disease"