This latest addition to the Dental Update books series provides a clear and thorough guide to contemporary orthodontic principles and practice. Written as a highly practical clinical manual, it covers patient assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning of both standard class malocclusions and specific entities such as impacted teeth, digit sucking habits and asymmetries, as well as appliance techniques, complex and multidisciplinary care, and retention. Orthodontics: Principles and Practice is written by a range of international specialists in the field. It is an essential guide to the subject for dentists seeking to improve their knowledge of orthodontics, as well as dentistry students and trainee orthodontists. Key features * Covers the full process of orthodontic treatment from initial patient assessment to post-treatment stability * Provides up to date, evidence based and clinically relevant information * Presented in a clear practical format for use as a clinical manual * Written by international orthodontic specialists * Highly illustrated in full colour throughout