"Current Approaches in Orthodontics" ed. by Belma Işık Aslan, Fatma Deniz Uzuner

This book provides information on the current technological developments and new concepts in orthodontic treatment procedures. The main concepts of the book are scope innovations in accelerated tooth movement, new developments such as corticotomy, microperforations (MOP), piezosicion, photobiostimulation, laser in orthodontics, chemical agents, as well as complications and risks.

The book contains interdisciplinary managements involving surgery first, cleft lip and palate therapy, orthognathic surgery, and obstructive sleep apnea. This internationally-recognized specialty is continuing to experience advancements in technology, instrumentation, and treatment methods.


Contents
1. Introductory Chapter: Innovations in Orthodontics
2. Ceramic Brackets Revisited
3. Accelerated Orthodontics
4. The Role of Cytokines in Orthodontic Tooth Movement
5. Advances in Orthodontic Tooth Movement: Gene Therapy and Molecular Biology Aspect
6. Micro-Osteoperforations
7. Stability of Diastemas Closure after Orthodontic Treatment
8. Current Approaches in Orthognathic Surgery
9. Orthosurgical Correction of Severe Vertical Maxillary Excess: Gummy Smile
10. Surgery First Approach
11. Orthodontics in Relation with Alveolar Bone Grafting in CLP Patients
12. Contemporary Treatment Approaches to Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome