Orthodontic Materials: Scientific and Clinical Aspects

by Wiliam A. Brantley, Theodore Eliades

Overview

In this important new textbook all scientific and clinical aspects of orthodontic materials are described. Recent developments in science and technology have led to the introduction of a plethora of new orthodontic products. This work serves as an excellent source of information for a field that requires knowledge of basic elements of materials science, engineering, chemistry, and physics, as well as clinical orthodontics. The subject has been part of graduate orthodontic education for almost three decades. Besides servicing the orthodontic training programs, the book also:

• investigates the interactions of orthodontic materials with other dental materials as well as hard tissues in the oral cavity,
• gives a background to allow for proper material selection for efficient orthodontic mechanics, and
• treats the issues of biocompatibility, cytotoxicity and mutagenicity of materials.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783132579606
Publisher:	Thieme
Publication date:	10/18/2000
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	320
File size:	9 MB

About the Author

William A. Brantley, Theodore Eliades

Table of Contents

1 Structures and Properties of Orthodontic Materials
2 Mechanics and Mechanical Testing of Orthodontic Materials
3 Instrumental Techniques for Study of Orthodontic Materials
4 Orthodontic Wires
5 Enamel Etching and Bond Strength
6 Oral Microbiological Changes, Long-Term Enamel Alterations Due to Decalcification, and Caries Prophylactic Aspects
7 Orthodontic Brackets
8 Elastomeric Ligatures and Chains
9 Orthodontic Adhesive Resins and Composites: Principles of Adhesion
10 Orthodontic Adhesive Resins
11 Cements in Orthodontics
12 Impression Materials
13 Bonding to Non-Conventional Surfaces
14 Principles of Biocompatibility
15 Allergic Reactions and Safety Concerns
Appendix
Figure and Table Credits
Index

Editorial Reviews

This textbook for a graduate orthodontic course on materials consists of 15 papers written by professors in the United States and Europe. The contributors describe the composition, structure, and properties of specific orthodontic materials; identify the possible interactions of orthodontic materials with other dental materials and dental hard tissues in the oral cavity; and address the issues of biocompatibilty, cytotoxicity, and allergic reactions. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

The first time that the scientific and clinical aspects of the vast array of orthodontic materials have been incorporated into a single textbook..The authors and 16 contributing experts are to be congratulated on producing a book the scope of which provides excellent background for researchers. —American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics

"Impressive...bridges the gap between basic scientific theory and clinical application...abundant high-quality illustrations...any private practitioner would not only benefit from the book, but would enjoy just flipping through it." —Journal of Clinical Orthodontics

"A wealth of information...a very readable and well-crafted textbook. It fills a gap in the orthodontic literature and will be of great value to all practicing orthodontists, as well as those involved in laboratory-based research related to orthodontic materials." —Dental Update

"The editors have managed to successfully combine the science of orthodontic materials with helpful information in relation to their clinical usage...well illustrated...essential reading for orthodontic postgraduate students and for their supervisors." —Journal of Orthodontics

"Provides a thorough and detailed examination of many subjects related to orthodontic materials...provides extensive reviews of a wide range of topics...the orthodontist will gain a great deal from this book...an excellent reference...invaluable." —Australian Orthodontic Journal

"The first chapter is a concise review of terms and basic structures...graduate students will appreciate the discussions...of significant interest to practicing orthodontists...concise summations..." —Montgomery-Bucks Dental Society Bulletin

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