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The management of patients with complex dental, periodontal, orthodontic, skeletal and systemic conditions remains a substantial challenge in orthodontics and dentistry in general. Additionally, the aging population and consequently the changing patient demographics present further challenges and limitations inherent to this cohort. Achieving the best possible outcomes in such cases requires a sound understanding of basic clinical principles across different disciplines, comprehensive diagnostic skills and optimal communication and coordination between various providers. This proceeding from the 42nd Annual Moyers Symposium and 40th Annual International Conference on Craniofacial Research (the Presymposium) contains clinical reports, original research and review articles written by international experts in interdisciplinary therapy with the goal of imparting current knowledge in this important and challenging area. The manuscripts describe the optimal management of complex interdisciplinary cases through coordinated teamwork and contemporary clinical methods, the caveats and management of periodontal defects, tissue engineering to replace lost and missing tissues, and expediting tooth movement. Besides discussing contemporary diagnostic and therapeutic approaches, the chapters present the uses of new technologies including 3D imaging in facilitating optimal and efficient outcomes for these patients.
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