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Textbook for Orthodontic Therapists
Ceri Davies
- English
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Textbook for Orthodontic Therapists
Ceri Davies
About This Book
Textbook for Orthodontic Therapists is a comprehensive text specifically designed for orthodontic therapists. Written in an accessible and digestible format, it provides the essential clinical and theoretical knowledge needed for daily clinical practice.
Covering learning outcomes required by the examining bodies and the General Dental Council (GDC), it includes topics such as common types of orthodontic appliances, frequently found orthodontic problems, skeletal assessment and classification of malocclusion. It also contains information on subjects relevant to the dental profession for example medical emergencies, clinical governance and more.
Written to help the reader understand the role and function of an orthodontic therapist, Textbook for Orthodontic Therapists offers support to those undertaking the Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy and to assist those who already work as orthodontic therapists, helping them in their quest to enhance safe and effective care.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Table of Contents
- Foreword
- Acknowledgements
- 1 History of Orthodontics
- 2 Patient Assessment
- 3 Classification of Malocclusion
- 4 Aetiology of Malocclusion
- 5 Class I Malocclusion
- 6 Class II Div I Malocclusion
- 7 Class II Div II Malocclusion
- 8 Class III Malocclusion
- 9 Prevalences
- 10 Hypodontia
- 11 Supernumeraries
- 12 Impacted Canines
- 13 Impacted Teeth
- 14 Deepbites
- 15 Openbites: Anterior and Posterior
- 16 Crossbites
- 17 Centreline
- 18 Overjets
- 19 Bimaxillary Proclination
- 20 Growth Rotations
- 21 Tooth Movement
- 22 Impressions
- 23 Study Models
- 24 Radiographs
- 25 Cephalometrics
- 26 Removable Appliances
- 27 Functional Appliances
- 28 Fixed Appliances
- 29 Headgear
- 30 Instructions for all Appliances
- 31 Uncommon Removable Appliances
- 32 Anchorage
- 33 Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN)
- 34 Peer Assessment Rating (PAR)
- 35 Space Analysis
- 36 Cleft Lip and Palate
- 37 Orthognathic Surgery
- 38 Retention and Stability
- 39 Interceptive Treatment
- 40 Adult Orthodontics
- 41 Orthodontic Materials
- 42 Archwire Ligation
- 43 Risks and Benefits of Orthodontic Treatment
- 44 Oral Hygiene
- 45 Decalcification
- 46 Fluorosis
- 47 Fluoride
- 48 Hypoplastic Enamel
- 49 Hyperplastic Enamel
- 50 General Dental Council (GDC)
- 51 Sharps Injury
- 52 Health and Safety
- 53 Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)
- 54 Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences (RIDDOR)
- 55 Consent
- 56 Pain and Anxiety Control
- 57 Emergency Care
- 58 Orthodontic Instruments
- 59 Medical Emergencies
- 60 Eruption Dates
- 61 Extraction Patterns
- 62 Tooth Fusion and Gemination
- 63 Extra Notes
- 64 Definitions
- Index
- End User License Agreement