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This well-illustrated, practical, case-bound manual is a presentation of concepts and actual mechanotherapy of a technique developed in the past 10 years by the senior author. After a discussion of modular orthodontic concepts in the foreword, the balance of the manual is divided into five parts. Part 1, "Treatment Applications," discusses rapid molar and bicuspid distalization, rapid anterior intrusion and advancement, and multiple mandibular anchorage. Part 2 presents and describes the modular orthodontic components, such as the bimetric distalizing arch, 3D lingual arch, 3D sectional arch, and 3D lingual tube. A special section is written to acquaint auxiliary personnel with information that might be helpful in supporting the orthodontist. Part 3 has additional discussions and illustrations of bimetric distalizing arch treatment for various malocclusion categories. Also covered are additional aspects of 3D lingual arch treatment. Part 4, called "Modular Functional Treatment," is presented as a fixed appliance alternative to removable functional appliances. Part 5 consists of a summary, a quick reference guide, and a materials list. The quality of book production is high, with excellent line drawings particularly. It satisfies its original purpose well—to present an explicit "how to" reference for the use of modules.
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