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Orthognathic Surgery - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource, 1st Edition

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By Jeffrey C. Posnick, D.M.D., M.D., F.R.C.S. (C), F.A.C.S.
Capturing the latest thinking for the evaluation and treatment of dentofacial deformities, Orthognathic Surgery: Principles and Practice, covers the basic principles and concepts of dentofacial deformities along with planning, surgical techniques, s ...view more

Capturing the latest thinking for the evaluation and treatment of dentofacial deformities, Orthognathic Surgery: Principles and Practice, covers the basic principles and concepts of dentofacial deformities along with planning, surgical techniques, surgical complications, classic patterns, and clinical presentations. Over 5,000 clinical photos and detailed art make this a valuable reference for clinical orthodontists, craniofacial surgeons, oral and maxillofacial surgeons, and residents in training.

"It is an excellent all round educational source for any practitioner and the owner of this text is unlikely to need any other textbook on orthognathic surgery." Reviewed by J Murphy, British Dental Journal Jan 2015.

"..will be of interest to all orthodontic professionals who deal with the specialty of orthognathic surgery." Reviewed by Antonio M. Miotti on behalf of European Journal of Orthodontics, July 2015

ISBN :
9781455750276
Publication Date :
02-12-2013
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Capturing the latest thinking for the evaluation and treatment of dentofacial deformities, Orthognathic Surgery: Principles and Practice, covers the basic principles and concepts of dentofacial deformities along with planning, surgical techniques, surgical complications, classic patterns, and clinical presentations. Over 5,000 clinical photos and detailed art make this a valuable reference for clinical orthodontists, craniofacial surgeons, oral and maxillofacial surgeons, and residents in training.

"It is an excellent all round educational source for any practitioner and the owner of this text is unlikely to need any other textbook on orthognathic surgery." Reviewed by J Murphy, British Dental Journal Jan 2015.

"..will be of interest to all orthodontic professionals who deal with the specialty of orthognathic surgery." Reviewed by Antonio M. Miotti on behalf of European Journal of Orthodontics, July 2015


Key Features
  • The latest in surgical protocols for OMS and Orthodontics puts you at the forefront of the orthognathic surgery field.
  • Logically organized material aids you prior to developing treatment plans or in surgery.
  • Over 5,000 new photos and illustrations boost your understanding of key teaching points and surgical techniques.
  • Over 40 videos from Dr. Posnick's archive available on the companion website.


Author Information
By Jeffrey C. Posnick, D.M.D., M.D., F.R.C.S. (C), F.A.C.S., Professor Emeritus, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery & Pediatrics Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC Professor of Orthodontics University of Maryland, Baltimore College of Dental Surgery Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Howard University College of Dentistry, Washington, DC Adjunct Professor of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland Posnick MD Consulting, LLC Potomac, Maryland