Neuromuscular orthodontics : a clinical guide

Neuromuscular orthodontics : a clinical guide / Fabio Savastano.

This book is a practical guide for applying neuromuscular principles to orthodontics. It is designed to meet the needs of dental students and practitioners. The book provides a solid foundation in neuromuscular dentistry, explaining the basic anatomy and ideal functioning of the mouth and jaw. It co...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Savastano, Fabio
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham, Switzerland : Springer, 2023.
Subjects:
Orthodontics.
Neurosciences.
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Table of Contents:
  • Intro
  • Preface
  • Acknowledgments
  • Contents
  • 1: Freeway Space (FWS) in Neuromuscular Dentistry
  • Freeway Space a "Functional Space"
  • Freeway Space and Dental Occlusion
  • References
  • 2: Creating a Common Language
  • Lateral Cephalograms
  • Cephalometrics
  • Diagnostic Concept 1
  • The Importance of the Cranio-Mandibular Relationship
  • Diagnostic Concept 2
  • Anterior-Posterior Relation
  • Diagnostic Concept 3
  • Vertical Relation
  • Diagnostic Concept 4
  • Transverse Relation. Expansion
  • References
  • 3: Neuromuscular Theory and the Stomatognathic Triad: Treatment Objectives in Neuromuscular Orthodontics
  • References
  • 4: Updates on Functional Anatomy
  • Temporo-Mandibular Joint
  • Muscles and Function
  • Suprahyoid Muscles
  • Infrahyoid Muscles
  • Tongue
  • The Fascial System
  • References
  • 5: Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator (TENS) and Surface Electromyography: Important Diagnostic Aids for Bite Registration and Skeletal Discrepancies
  • Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator
  • Procedure for Bite Registration Technique
  • Surface Electromyography
  • Asymmetry of the Face in the Growing Child
  • Asymmetry of the Face in Adulthood
  • References
  • 6: A Simplified Protocol with the Bioelectrical Instrumentation
  • Protocol Specifications
  • Mandatory 40 min of ULF-TENS with Aqualizer®
  • Options
  • 7: Schematic Kinesiographic Representation of Occlusal Dental Relationships
  • Occlusal Class I
  • Example Case
  • Occlusal Class III
  • Example Case
  • Occlusal Class II
  • References
  • 8: The Ideal Function Is Linked to Ideal Swallow
  • Normal Deglutition
  • S.EMG in Normal Occlusion
  • S.EMG in Swallow Dysfunction (S-EMG Study Hypothesis)
  • Primary Versus Secondary Tongue Dysfunction, Hypothesis Discussion
  • Distalization of the Upper Arch
  • Interruption of Tooth Contact between the Dental Arches in Children and Adults: Aligner Treatment and Gummy Positioners
  • Orthodontic Treatment without Treatment of Respiratory Problems
  • Orthodontic Treatment without Correction of Parafunctions and Bad Habits
  • References
  • 9: Mandibular Freedom and Spontaneous Mandibular Migration (SMM)
  • Example Case
  • Discussion
  • References
  • 10: Treatment Procedures
  • Extrusion
  • Active Extrusion (AE)
  • Case 10.1
  • Class II Occlusion with Increased OJ and Increased Freeway Space
  • Treatment Sequence
  • Treatment Results-Discussion
  • Passive Extrusion (PE)
  • Functional Appliances and Extrusion
  • Intrusion
  • High Pull Head Gear (HPHG)
  • Build-Ups
  • Fixed Appliance Therapy
  • Functional Appliances
  • Vertical Springs
  • Bite Jumping Devices and Intrusion
  • Case 10.2
  • Class III Occlusion with No OJ and Reduced Freeway Space (Open Bite)
  • Treatment Sequence
  • Treatment Results-Discussion
  • Habit Correction
  • Retention
  • References
  • 11: Head and Body Posture in Relation to Mandibular Position

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