Orthodontics the Art & Science Author(s): Dr. S.I. Bhalajhi

The success of the first edition and the warm response that we received encouraged us to come up with subsequent editions constantly incorporating the latest advances in the field. we have had seventh editions of the book and numerous reprints. An estimated half a million dentists and dental students have studied the book in various countries around the world. The seventh edition of the book is divided into nine sections each dealing with an aspect of orthodontics. The initial sections are aimed at understanding the basic concepts of growth and development and malocclusion. The later sections guide the reader to diagnosis and treatment aspects and help the reader to apply the gained knowledge on patients. The seventh edition of the book has three new chapters added. The chapter on clear plastic removable appliances gives the reader a basic understanding of the recent developments in the use of invisalign and other clear aesthetic appliances. A chapter on the role of orthodontist in management of sleep apnoea is added to enable the dentist to identify and treat these patients and refer them for advanced care.