This case-based clinical text is an exhaustive review of orthodontic problems in the vertical dimension, with evidence-based guidelines for successful diagnosis and treatment. A total of 21 cases address dental deep bites, skeletal deep bites, dental open bites, skeletal open bites, and posterior open bites. Each case includes pretreatment, interim, and posttreatment orthodontic records, as well as references to provide a solid evidence base for decision making. Written with a clinical focus, Orthodontics in the Vertical Dimension is ideal for the practicing orthodontist and makes an excellent resource for residents in pursuit of board certification. Key Features Detailed case-based scenarios for treatment of the spectrum of open bites and deep bites Cases presented in question and answer format to encourage thought 2500 clinical photographs and illustrations. This is a great textbook, and I will use it in my classes. Highly organized and elaborately illustrated, the authors work is inspired by problem-based learning and stimulates cognitive processes by encouraging critical thinking. Their text deserves a must read category for orthodontic professionals of all ages. Dr. Jeryl D. English DDS, MS, Chairman and Graduate Program Director, Department of Orthodontics, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston A terrific book for students of orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics, covering the vertical dimension and much more. A wide range of cases are presented, treatment plans are realistic, and the authors openly discuss complications encountered during treatment. Dr. Greg J. Huang, DMD, MSD, MPH Professor and Chair Department of Orthodontics, The University of Washington School of Dentistry This comprehensive text prepares the reader in the context of a mini-residency with a question answer teaching style. Resident and experienced orthodontists can match their cases with fully worked up patients and alternative treatment options. Well written. Dr. Katherine L. Vig, BDS, MS, FDS, D.Orth Professor Emeritus and Former Head of Orthodontics, The Ohio State University College of Dentistry

This case-based clinical text is an exhaustive review of orthodontic problems in the vertical dimension, with evidence-based guidelines for successful diagnosis and treatment. A total of 21 cases address dental deep bites, skeletal deep bites, dental open bites, skeletal open bites, and posterior open bites. Each case includes pretreatment, interim, and posttreatment orthodontic records, as well as references to provide a solid evidence base for decision making. Written with a clinical focus, Orthodontics in the Vertical Dimension is ideal for the practicing orthodontist and makes an excellent resource for residents in pursuit of board certification.Key Features* Detailed case-based scenarios for treatment of the spectrum of open bites and deep bites* Cases presented in question and answer format to encourage thought* 2500 clinical photographs and illustrations."This is a great textbook, and I will use it in my classes. Highly organized and elaborately illustrated, the authors' work is inspired by problem-based learning and stimulates cognitive processes by encouraging critical thinking. Their text deserves a 'must read' category for orthodontic professionals of all ages."Dr. Jeryl D. English DDS, MS, Chairman and Graduate Program Director, Department of Orthodontics, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston"A terrific book for students of orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics, covering the vertical dimension and much more. A wide range of cases are presented, treatment plans are realistic, and the authors openly discuss complications encountered during treatment."Dr. Greg J. Huang, DMD, MSD, MPH Professor and Chair Department of Orthodontics, The University of Washington School of Dentistry"This comprehensive text prepares the reader in the context of a mini-residency with a question answer teaching style. Resident and experienced orthodontists can match their cases with fully worked up patients and alternative treatment options. Well written."Dr. Katherine L. Vig, BDS, MS, FDS, D.Orth Professor Emeritus and Former Head of Orthodontics, The Ohio State University College of Dentistry

Preface vi1 Foundations 1The Spectrum of Vertical 1Growth Foundations 24Diagnosis and Treatment Planning Principles 312 Dental Deep Bites 66Introduction 66Case Andrew: Class II division 2 adolescent 91Case Emma: Class II division 2 impacted canines missing premolar adolescent 1253 Skeletal Deep Bites 143Introduction 143Case Adam: Class II division 1 adolescent 169Case Valerie: Class II division 1 dental asymmetry adolescent 182Case Shawn: Class III nearly complete lingual cross bite late adolescent 202Case Megan: Class II division 2 left posterior cross bite maxillary / mandibular cants adult 217Case Connie: Class II division 2 severe anterior attrition adult 2404 Dental Anterior Open Bites 263Introduction 263Case Sasha: Class II division 1 subdivision right ADD with reduction and crepitus small maxillarylateral incisors adult 276Case Derrick: Class III anterior and posterior cross bite adolescent 283Case Steven: Class II division 1 minimal posterior overjet adolescent 2975 Skeletal Anterior Open Bites 309Introduction 309Case Emma: Class II division 1 anterior cross bite moderate to severe anterior crowding child 336Case Rachael: Class II division 1 enlarged adenoids child 354Case Kaylee: Class III left posterior cross bite late adolescent 371Case Greg: Class II division 1 bilateral posterior cross bite multiple missing teeth adult 385Case Ashley: Class II division 1 subdivision left anterior cross bite adult 409Case Alyson: Class II division 1 right posterior cross bite mild adenoidal hypertrophy adult 4296 Posterior Open Bites 457Introduction 457Case Mark: Class I child 472Case George: Class II division 2 subdivision right sleep apnea adult 484Case Kreslyn: Class III right Class II left bilateral posterior cross bite adult 495Appendix 512Cephalometrics Primer 512Iowa AP Classification Primer 522Tables for Reference 526Abbreviations 527Appendix References 528Index 529