Self-ligation in orthodontics 2009: - Authors: Theodore Eliades, Nikolaos Pandis. - Forewords: Lysle E. Johnston, Larry W. White. - Publisher: Wiley Blackwell. Book outlines: - Self-Ligation in Orthodontics is a major new text that reviews, analyses, and clarifies the currently available peer-reviewed evidence on a number of applications of this technology, espousing diverse perspectives to make this a unique scientific resource on self-ligation. - The book embraces all aspects of self-ligating brackets, extending from therapeutic outcome to biomechanics, materials, and treatment manifestations. - Each chapter addresses a specific question pertinent to the properties and clinical performance of self-ligating brackets, including: force and moment generation during engagement; temporal variation of force in active self-ligating brackets; periodontal considerations and oral microbiota alterations; root resorption; treatment efficiency and associated dental effects. - A work of substantial, thoughtful, and useful scholarship, Self-Ligation in Orthodontics will be a significant resource for clinicians and researchers in orthodontics and related dental specialists. - First comprehensive resource on self-ligation in orthodontics. - Surveys available peer-reviewed evidence. - Epitomizes the management of self-ligating treatment, suggesting important treatment concepts and tips for the practicing clinician. - Includes diverse perspectives to provide a balanced and scholarly approach. - Richly illustrated with detailed color clinical images.