Surgery-First Orthodontic Management

The book "Surgery-First Orthodontic Management" provides a comprehensive guide to the surgery-first orthognathic approach (SFOA). This method aims to overcome the long treatment times associated with conventional orthognathic surgery by avoiding the preoperative phase. The shortened treatment duration is attributed to the phenomenon of regional acceleration triggered by the surgery, which results in increased osteoclastic activity and metabolic changes at the cellular level. This book links the fundamental biological principles of SFOA with solid biomechanical concepts. The authors explain their own treatment protocol for surgical and orthodontic care and present diagnoses and treatment plans for various maxillofacial deformities. Additionally, important aspects of patient care before and after surgery are addressed. The book offers detailed information on managing complications and highlights the impact of new technologies such as 3D imaging integration and virtual surgical planning. It is richly illustrated and serves as a valuable resource for orthodontists of all experience levels.