MICHEL LANGLADE, DCD, DSO, DUO
224 pages, 159 illustrations. $125. 2000.
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Rubber bands--elastics--are ubiquitous in orthodontics. Practically every case needs either intermaxillary or intramaxillary elastics at some point in the treatment sequence, whether for Class II or III sagittal corrections or for resolution of an anterior open bite. Although several of the more fundamental orthodontic texts make general reference to the use of elastics, this is the first book to my knowledge to explore such treatment in depth.
Dr. Langlade's book consists of 10 chapters, addressing the topics of classification of elastic forces; patient motivation; Class I, II, and III forces; "particular intermaxillary elastics"; and extraoral forces. The author also reviews the history of elastics and the theoretical rationale for elastic prescriptions. He seems to lean strongly toward a Bioprogressive treatment philosophy.
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The text is copiously illustrated with color photographs, line drawings, and charts. Of particular note are several quizzes that could assist an orthodontic instructor in the didactic portion of resident training. I have already put this book to use in my graduate program at the University of Southern California, and I would strongly recommend it as required reading in any orthodontic training program.
ROBERT G. KEIM, DDS, EDD, PHD
