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 CONTEMPORARY ORTHODONTICS - 4th Ed. ('07) is authored by William Proffit DDS, PhD, Henry Field Jr., DDS, MS, MSD & David Sarver, DMD, MS who discuss the latest developments & research to improve treatment outcomes. This 750 page hard cover text in FULL COLOR includes line drawings & over 1,000 new color images. Includes diagnosis, treatment planning, related problems/controversies, current treatment procedures and the role of ortho in comprehensive treatment of patients with multiple problems. Also:
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 ORTHODONTICS CURRENT PRINCIPLES & TECHNIQUES is a 4th Ed by Graber, Vanarsdall & Vig. (2005). Hardback in full color offers latest information on research & developments in orthodontics. New evidence-based research is included, along with updated color drawings & photographs of clinical cases. Now there's a new section on fiber-reinforced composite applications. Text is divided into 2 parts: Diagnosis & Treatment Planning and Techniques & Treatment. With 3400 illustrations and nine new chapters, content includes:
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 The Clinical Management of Basic Maxillofacial Orthopedic Appliances - Vol. I: Mechanics is a "classic" (1987) with Terrance Spahl writing the text and Dr. Witzig providing illustrations. Text contains 590 pages with many color photos and illustrations as it discusses the best and most stable treatments for patients. Helps clinicians find their way out of the maze of confusion and discord that accompanies the sweeping change of technique and philosophy. Addresses the complex tapestry of design and thought of technique and thera-peutic approach of movement and management in the broad spectrum of orthodontics. Discusses limitations of a single regimen, fixed appliance therapeutic technique approach. Includes:
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 The Clinical Management of Basic Maxillofacial Orthopedic Appliances - Vol. III: Temporomandibular Joint ('91) is by J. Witzig, T. Spahl and other authorities. This 550 page hardback contains colored photos and illustrations. Text discusses the TM joint with impressive overviews of the joint anatomy. Practical advice is offered for the selection & use of diagnostic procedures. Includes a chapter on radiography taking the reader from simple transcranial or transparietal films through nuclear magnetic resonance imaging. Information is invaluable in understanding the progression of TM disorders and in explaining it to patients. Chapters address:
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 Facial & Dental Planning for Orthodontists & Oral Surgeons by Arnett, DDS & McLaughlin, DDS ('04) is a hardback text of 320 pages with superb full color photos. Book presents a new, groundbreaking approach to facial planning in orthodontic & orthognathic surgery cases. It describes an objective, computerized method of facial analysis and treatment planning which is backed up by a methodical and standardized method of case documentation. In its emphasis on the True Vertical Line and movement away from the traditional cranial base measurements, it represents a turning point in facial planning. Discusses:
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 Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics by James McNamara, Jr., William Brudon & many contributors ('01). Hardback text has 554 pages with many black and white art renderings. Presents a rational approach to ortho and dentofacial orthopedics which incorporates the wide variety of new treatment and protocols that have evolved during the last decade. New technologies are introduced with advancements and examples of methodologies. For the first time a method of determining the maturational status of the patient are discussed, based on stages of development of the cervical vertebrae visible in the lateral head films. At the end of each chapter there are "concluding remarks" as summary & references. Chapters:
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 Systemized Orthodontic Treatment Mechanics ('02) by McLaughlin, Bennett & Trevisi is a 320 page hard back text with 600 colored photos, 350 line drawings & radiographs. A practical & accessible guide to the use of the preadjusted appliance. Provides orthodontists with an invaluable clinical procedures including:
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 TMD and ORTHODONTICS by Duane Grummons DDS, is a reprint (04) of the most requested chapters from his earlier manual that was so popular entitled "Orthodontics for the TMJ/TMD Patient." The reprint in manual form has a new name with 170 pages. Chapters include these topics and more:
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