Includes bibliographical references and index.

Occlusion and malocclusion -- Prenatal development of the craniofacial region -- Postnatal growth of the craniofacial region -- Development of the dentition -- Orthodontic tooth movement -- The orthodontic patient : examination and diagnosis -- The orthodontic patient : treatment planning -- Contemporary removable appliances -- Contemporary fixed appliances -- Management of the developing dentition -- Management of the permanent dentition -- Adult orthodontics -- Cleft lip and palate, and syndromes affecting the craniofacial region.