TEXTBOOKS
The GAC TechnoCenter offers a wide range of textbooks for the orthodontic professional. We feature books from industry legends such as Dr. Anthony Gianelly, Dr. Raymond Thurow, Dr. John Sheridan, Dr. Michael Langlade, and Dr. Michael Alpern.
Bi-Dimensional™ Technique Theory & Practice
This educational textbook, written by Dr. Anthony A. Gianelly presents the principles of the Bi-Dimensional Technique. A wealth of information is discussed on its 250-pages, including diagnosis, treatment planning, extraction vs. non-extraction, retention, TMD, surgery, and adult orthodontics. The text is beautifully designed and contains hundreds of large color photos and charts, as well as highly detailed illustrations. The English and Portuguese versions are now available.
Edgewise Orthodontics
Recently updated and reprinted, Edgewise Orthodontics by Dr. Raymond Thurow provides an analytical review of basic, crucial information essential in the safe and effective orthodontic tooth movement of your patients. In addition, orthopedic and therapeutic modalities are presented, all in a perspective only Dr. Thurow can visually implant in your mind.
Essix Appliance Technology:
Applications, Fabrications and Rationale
In his new text, Dr. John Sheridan describes the indications and contraindications for Essix Appliances. A wide range of applications are discussed, as well as the actual formation and adjustment of the appliance. Dr. Sheridan also describes interproximal reduction with Air-rotor Stripping (ARS). This new text is the definitive resource on Essix Straight 'N' Clear correctors and interproximal stripping from the man who innovated these techniques.
Nonextraction Treatment
In this textbook, written by Dr. R. Spena, spacing gaining in the maxilla and mandible are meticulously detailed. By using clear, precise descriptions of the fabrications and use of the palatal bar and mandibular lip bumper, all of the information in the text is thoroughly explained. Additionally, the unique nonextraction approach is illustrated in a sequence of defined procedures. This is the world's only text encompassing total molar control using the nonextraction therapy taught by Dr. Norman Cetlin.
Optimization of Orthodontic Elastics
Written by Dr. Michael Langlade, this textbook is considered to be the world's leading reference on elastics. It covers a wide variety of topics, including definitions, history, patient motivation, forces, and applications. With charts, diagrams, illustrations, and over 120 large color photographs, you'll learn everything you need to know about the use of elastics. The English and Spanish versions are now available.
The Ortho Evolution
This new text by Dr. Michael Alpern (with hundreds of graphs, diagrams, and color photos and with a forward by Dr. Raymond Thurow) covers in detail the science and principles behind Fixed/Functional/Splint Orthodontics including diagnosis, TMJD, treatment, and retention. He also presents his case for using a team approach in treating TMJD patients. Dr. Alpern presents new knowledge and new technology that can revolutionize the way orthodontists diagnose and treat.
Roth Orthodontics Philosophy and Case Reports
Over 20 orthodontists across Japan contributed cases demonstrating RWISO results in the new textbook, by Dr. Kazumi Ikeda and the Roth/Williams Study Club of Japan. Originally printed in Japanese, the text has now been translated into English. This book is a collection of cases treated by interested members of the study club according to the Roth Philosophy. The purpose of the publication is to pass on the excellence of the Roth Philosophy to as many people as possible.
Sentalloy: The Inside History of Superelastisity
This textbook written by Dr. Alberto Teramoto Ohara is published in English and Spanish, side-by-side. It will help provide the necessary background students and faculty need in the study of orthodontic materials specially.
