Clinical Success in Early Orthodontic Treatment (2005) Antonio Patti

Description

This text addresses the clinical dilemma of when to begin orthodontic treatment, focusing on early intervention before the eruption of the complete permanent dentition. It covers foundational topics like normal growth, establishment of occlusion, and the classification of anomalies. The book details diagnostic examinations (clinical assessment, casts, photographs, radiographs) and specific treatment protocols for Class I, II, and III malocclusions, describing the application of various appliances, including expansion, functional, and full-banded devices.