We think that orthodontics is one of the most interesting and challenging of the dental specialties. Although we might be biased in this assumption, there are some persuasive reasons for believing that it is true. The treatment of malocclusion represents a combination of science and artistic flair, and is often, although not exclusively, carried out on a young and vibrant population. The results of orthodontic treatment and the positive impact that it can have on the patient can also be intensely rewarding for the clinician. Moreover, developments in diagnostic tools, appliance systems and orthodontic materials continue at some considerable pace within the profession, which provides considerable stimulus to the contemporary clinician. We have written this textbook primarily to be used as a tool for dental professionals who wish to broaden their experience and understanding of clinical orthodontics. The intention has been to show a wide variety of individual cases and clinical scenarios that illustrate many of the problems commonly seen during development of the craniofacial region, with emphasis on the jaws, dentition and occlusion. All of these cases have been treated or directly supervised by the authors, primarily in secondary care, following referral from general practitioners and specialists. We have attempted to illustrate a wide variety of problems that present in the orthodontic clinic, both common and rare, and demonstrate different approaches to their management. Relevant discussion around the etiology, diagnosis and planning of these cases is included in each presentation. We hope that this book will be of particular benefit to postgraduate orthodontic students preparing for their MSc, MClinDent, DDS and Membership examinations in orthodontics. Indeed, a number of the cases included have been successfully used in recent sittings of these examinations. However, the clinical focus underlying this text should mean that it will also be of benefit to other dental professionals involved in management of the developing occlusion, including therapists and undergraduate dental students – who indeed, represent the orthodontists of the future. It was not our intention to write a definitive textbook on orthodontics, but rather to illustrate contemporary practice using clinical cases and individual examples. Therefore, the introduction to each chapter gives a general overview of the subject area, which is then followed by a series of cases with appropriate questions and answers. We have included the answers to these questions within the cases to avoid the need for constant reference to other parts of the book. Hopefully, this will make it relatively straightforward for the reader to follow the treatment strategies that have been used. In some of the clinical scenarios, more emphasis has been given to clinical examination and diagnosis; whilst in others, questions focus on the treatment that has been carried out. Indeed, many of these cases have been chosen to illustrate specific aspects of etiology, diagnosis, treatment planning or use of mechanics in the management of malocclusion. This problem-based approach of discussing aspects of malocclusion should allow practising clinicians to develop their skills in the management and care of orthodontic patients, from initial assessment, through to the completion of treatment. However, whilst we strive to achieve clinical excellence for the cases that we treat, we did want to illustrate those that had been treated ‘in the real world’ and therefore have not excluded examples where difficulties have been experienced.

We have a great pleasure in presenting this third edition of Textbook of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery following the huge success of the second edition of our textbook since 5 years. Continuous compliments and approbation from the students, teachers and professors all over the world for our previous editions have motivated us to publish this third edition in a more advanced and comprehensive way. Also, the art and science of oral and maxillofacial surgery has advanced since the last edition of the book. This edition has been designed to include all such remarkable advances. This edition has been designed to equip the students with as much knowledge on all topics as desirable from the point of view of brilliant success in both theory and practical examinations as well as to face real-life clinical scenarios. With the involvement of a young surgeon in this edition, the mindset of the 21st century dentist is being included in the thought process of understanding, conceiving and executing the student-centric book for oral and maxillofacial surgery. The book since its first edition more than a decade ago has always been for imbibing advances, simplifications and making it more student-friendly without compromising the quality or quantity of knowledge. In all meetings and conferences, after the release of the second edition of this book, dental students never ceased to amuse me during impromptu interactions. Students posed interesting questions and challenges, as a result of which we need to constantly improvise the approach to the expression, teaching, explanation and making the concept and skill easy to teach in the book. The style of presentation, pedagogical approach, organisation and writing style has been retained as in the previous edition as it was widely appreciated. In addition to the revised and updated text, this edition has an extensive series of 15 online videos.

This handbook is a guide for the general dentist who enjoys doing oral surgery. A broad range of knowledge and expertise in this area is found among dentists. Some have had extensive experience and training through general practice residencies, military or other postgraduate programs, or a mentoring experience with a more experienced dentist; others have had only minimal instruction and training in dental school. Dental school oral surgery training varies widely based on individual school requirements for graduation. In addition, some schools offer elective or extramural experiences, others do not. Even in the same dental school class, a few students might have the opportunity to perform extensive exodontia, but others will remove only a few teeth before moving on to private practice. This handbook is meant to diminish the discrepancy between experienced and inexperienced generalists and provide an information base for the interested clinician. This book presents a review of procedures and principles in each of several clinical surgical areas; this review will enable a dentist to perform according to established standards of care. It is assumed that the reader possesses fundamental knowledge and skills in oral anatomy, patient/operator positioning for surgery, the care of soft and hard tissue during surgery, and basic patient management techniques. Therefore, the authors have skipped to the crux of each procedure, addressing such things as case selection, step-by-step operative procedures, and the prevention and/or management of complications. This handbook will help dentists perform procedures more quickly, smoothly, easily, and safely—thereby greatly minimizing doctor frustration and patient dissatisfaction. The procedures covered in this book are also done by oral and maxillofacial surgeons and/or periodontists and endodontists. There are times that the patient would be better served by being referred to the specialist, such as when the patient is extremely apprehensive, medically compromised, an older patient with dense bone, or has other mitigating circumstances. This book will help readers more clearly understand the scope of each procedure and more accurately define their capabilities and comfort zones. Procedures described are mainly dentoalveolar in nature, such as “surgical” extractions, the removal of impacted wisdom teeth (mainly in younger patients), preprosthetic surgery, apicoectomy and retrofil cases, surgical crown lengthening, and biopsy. Supportive topics include patient evaluation and case selection and the management of problems such as bleeding and infection. One chapter involves logistical considerations and the use of basic surgical principles for those volunteering services in a third-world setting. This book is a ready reference for the surgery-minded general practioner. Within these pages, the authors share many pearls gleaned from years of experience and training to increase the readers’ confidence and competence.

The seventh edition of this internationally adopted and highly praised textbook, Contemporary Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, is designed to provide both dental trainees and practicing dentists the fundamental principles of clinical evaluation, treatment planning, and surgical care for patients with diseases and deformities of the oral and maxillofacial region. This book provides great detail on the foundational techniques of evaluation, diagnosis, and care for clinical problems commonly managed by the general dental practitioner. The extensive number of illustrations make the surgical techniques readily understandable and also enhance readers’ appreciation of the biologic basis and technical fundamentals, allowing them to manage routine surgical situations as well as those that go beyond “textbook cases.” There are two major purposes of the seventh edition of Contemporary Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: (1) to present a comprehensive description of the basic oral surgery procedures that are performed by general practitioners, and (2) to provide information on advanced, more complex surgical evaluation and management of patients with problems that are typically managed by oral and maxillofacial surgeons but are commonly first seen and evaluated by other dental practitioners. Whether you are a dental student, resident, or already in practice, the seventh edition of Contemporary Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is an excellent resource to add to your professional library and regularly return to while providing patient care.