BookAshraf Ayoub, Balvinder Khambay, Philip Benington and Khursheed Moos, Lyndia Green, Fraser Walker.
Summary: This handbook provides a short, contemporary text on the management of dentofacial deformities. The importance of a well organised, inter-disciplinary approach is emphasised throughout and the following key areas are presented: A detailed account of the role of the psychologist, from initial assessment through to post-operative support. A systematic approach to dentofacial assessment, including a section on diagnostic records and an overview of cephalometry. A logical step-by-step approach to treatment planning, emphasising the interactive thought process required.
Contents:
Psychological considerations for the orthognathic patient
Dentofacial assessment
The treatment planning process
The role of orthodontics
Orthognathic technical procedures
Prediction planning
Basic orthognathic surgical procedures
High level osteotomies
Case reports.