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The major reference on correcting dentofacial deformities — 40 chapters on diagnosis, planning and surgical technique
Jeffrey C. Posnick and Brian E. Kinard’s Orthognathic Surgery – Principles and Practice, 2e is a 2,304-page Elsevier textbook updated in 2023. Its 40 chapters span surgical anatomy, growth, diagnosis and planning, psychosocial health, speech and breathing problems linked to jaw deformities, and detailed operative techniques, all illustrated with clinical cases.
- 2,304pages
- 40chapters
- 2ndedition
- 2023published
What you’ll gain
- A thorough grounding in surgical anatomy and facial growth
- Structured diagnosis and treatment planning for dentofacial deformity
- Awareness of airway, speech and psychosocial dimensions
- Detailed descriptions of orthognathic procedures and protocols
- Case-based insight into applying principles in practice
Inside the book
Foundations
Early chapters build the anatomical and developmental knowledge needed before planning surgery on the jaws.
The patient beyond the skeleton
Posnick addresses how deformities affect breathing, speech and wellbeing, which shapes both indication and timing.
Technique and cases
The bulk of the work describes procedures step by step and shows them in clinical scenarios from assessment to result.
Built for
- Oral and maxillofacial surgeonsA comprehensive operative and planning reference.
- Orthodontists in surgical teamsShared language for combined orthodontic-surgical cases.
- Residents in craniofacial surgeryA core text to study throughout training.
Before you buy
Is the page count correct?
Yes, it is a very large multi-part textbook of 2,304 pages, supplied as PDF.
Is it suitable for general dentists?
It is a specialist surgical text; general dentists will find it useful mainly as a reference.
Do I get CME credit or a certificate?
No. Clinicapedia provides the educational content only — no CME or CE credits, MOC points or certificates of completion are included with this product.
Specifications
| Format | Ebook (PDF) |
|---|---|
| Authors | Jeffrey C. Posnick, Brian E. Kinard |
| Publisher | Elsevier |
| Edition | 2nd, 2023 |
| Pages | 2,304 |
| Chapters | 40 |
| Department | Dentistry |
| Delivery | Instant download · lifetime re-download |
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