The specialty of orthodontics is full of techniques and camps, each offering specific protocols to achieve the best results. The Damon System is different; it’s a philosophy that focuses on the why to get to the how, challenging orthodontists to think and reason their way to a successful finish. The philosophy is predicated on the notion that teeth treated with passive self-ligation (PSL) move faster than teeth treated with traditionally ligated brackets; the increased play between the slot and bracket reduces friction and enables greater movement, even with low forces. This low-force, low-friction system is also more biologically sound for the periodontal apparatus, which is good news for the patient and for treatment stability. This book is the how-to guide for PSL in orthodontics, from diagnosis to bracket placement to finishing—and everything in between.

ISBN: 978-1-64724-099-8; 9781647240998

ebook only; 332 pp, 2,063 illus

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Contents:
1. Diagnosis Using the BEST Philosophy
2. Damon System Philosophy
3. PSL Bracket Placement
4. Torque Selection Protocol Using Damon System Brackets
5. Disocclusion with Bite Turbos
6. Intermaxillary Elastics and PSL
7. Archwire Sequence with the Damon System
8. Early Treatment with PSL
9. Damon Space-Gaining Appliance (D-Gainer)
10. Finishing with PSL
11. Extractions with the Damon System
12. Anchorage in the Damon System
13. TADs and PSL
14. Surgery-First Orthognathic Approach and PSL
15. The Impacted and Transposed Canine
16. Damon Q2
17. Damon Ultima System