Fundamentals of Craniofacial Growth
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Book Description
This book brings together in one volume selected important topics in craniofacial growth. Topics include: principles of skeletal growth; osteogenesis and its control; formation of the cranial base and craniofacial joints; prenatal development of the facial skeleton; growth of the mandible, nasomaxillary complex, orbit, cranial base, ear capsule, and cranial vault; bone remodeling; muscles; soft tissues; and blood vessels. Independently authored chapters provide comprehensive reviews encompassing both contemporary and historical perspectives. In addition to medicine and dentistry, contributors provide expertise from such diverse backgrounds as anatomy, biology, biomathematics, embryology, orthodontics, physical anthropology, and plastic and reconstructive surgery.
Book Info
Textbook for advanced audiences on craniofacial development and growth. Covers: principles of skeletal growth; osteogenesis and its control; formation of the cranial base and craniofacial joints; prenatal development of the facial skeleton; growth of the mandible, and more. DNLM: Skull--growth & development.
Fundamentals of Craniofacial Growth,Andrew D. Dixon,David A.N. Hoyte,Olli Ronning,CRC-Press,0849345758,Dentistry - General,Face,Growth,Head,Human Developmental Biology,Life Sciences - Biology - General,Physiology,Science,Science/Mathematics,Skull,growth & development,Anatomy,Human growth & development,Medical / Anatomy,Science / Developmental Biology
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