Basic guide to orthodontic dental nursing

"The Basic Guide to Orthodontic Dental Nursing is a must-have introduction for those seeking to develop their knowledge and understanding of this core area of clinical practice. Fully revised, it is designed to reflect sections of the syllabus of the NEBDN Certificate in Orthodontic Dental Nursing. Chapters cover key topics such as tooth eruption patterns, removable and fixed appliances, de-bonding, and retention. There are also sections on care prior to treatment, including the requirements for a first appointment, and there is helpful guidance on maintaining motivation -- particularly for young patients and their parents. Written in a clear and accessible format, with colour illustration throughout, the book is a guide for all dental nurses with an interest in orthodontics"-

Previous edition: 2010.

<P>Foreword to Second Edition ix</p> <p>How to use this book xi</p> <p>Acknowledgements xiii</p> <p>1 Definition of orthodontics and factors influencing orthodontic treatment 1</p> <p>2 The first appointment 13</p> <p>3 Occlusal indices 35</p> <p>4 Motivation 45</p> <p>5 Leaflets 53</p> <p>6 Oral hygiene 59</p> <p>7 Removable appliances 71</p> <p>8 Transpalatal arches, lingual arches and quad helix 85</p> <p>9 Rapid maxillary expansion 93</p> <p>10 Headgear 101</p> <p>11 Functional appliances 109</p> <p>12 Temporary anchorage devices and magnets 119</p> <p>13 Fixed appliances: what they do and what is used 127</p> <p>14 Fixed appliances: direct bonding 161</p> <p>15 Fixed appliances: indirect bonding and lingual orthodontics 177</p> <p>16 Ectopic canines 187</p> <p>17 Debonding 197</p> <p>18 Retention and retainers 203</p> <p>19 Aligners 215</p> <p>20 Multi-disciplinary orthodontics 225</p> <p>21 Adult orthodontics 241</p> <p>22 Mandibular advancement devices 249</p> <p>23 Study models and digital storage of records 259</p> <p>24 Descriptions and photographs of the most commonly used instruments and auxiliaries 267</p> <p>25 Certificate in Orthodontic Nursing, extended duties and ongoing training 295</p> <p>26 Orthodontic therapists 305</p> <p>27 The Orthodontic National Group for Dental Nurses and Therapists 311</p> <p>Useful contacts 315</p> <p>Glossary 319</p> <p>Index 327</p>