Integrated Clinical Orthodontics: A Holistic Approach to Patient Care

Authored by Vinod Krishnan, Integrated Clinical Orthodontics takes a comprehensive approach to orthodontic diagnosis and treatment, integrating it into the wider healthcare of the patient to achieve exceptional standards of care.

A Modern, Interdisciplinary Approach

This authoritative guide presents clinical orthodontic theory and practice in an interdisciplinary context, highlighting the complex relationship between dentofacial problems, medical histories, and other factors that influence orthodontic outcomes.

The second edition has been thoroughly updated with new chapters, following a structured approach to the orthodontist’s role as part of a multidisciplinary team. It features a range of case studies, including orofacial deformities, sleep disorders, esthetic smile creation, and temporomandibular joint problems.

Integrating Orthodontic Care with Wider Healthcare

By considering orthodontic diagnosis and treatment in the context of the patient’s overall health, this approach takes into account orthopedics, neurology, pediatrics, genetics, and psychology. The result is a patient-centered, adaptable approach that prioritizes the highest possible standard of care.

New to the second edition are chapters on:

• Neuromuscular disorders
• Customized orthodontics
• Artificial intelligence in orthodontics
• Ethics and patient data

Additionally, the book provides expanded guidance on special care in dentistry and clinical interactions between orthodontics and other areas of dentistry and medicine.

A Valuable Resource for Orthodontic Professionals

Integrated Clinical Orthodontics is an indispensable resource for clinical orthodontists and specialists in related medical and dental fields who wish to adopt a holistic approach to orthodontic practice.

Publisher: Wiley

Language: English

ISBN: 9781119870050 (Hardcover), 9781119870067 (eBook)

Publication Date: September 13, 2023