Twin block functional therapy applications in dentofacial orthopedics 2015: - Editor: William J. Clark. - Publisher: Jaypee Brothers Medical Pub. - Edition: 3rd. Book outlines: - Since the last edition, new research has provided convincing evidence to support the value of functional orthopedic techniques. - Research has now established that Twin Blocks influence the functional environment of the developing dentition and produce significant improvements in the pattern of facial growth and dental arch development. - This latest and third edition contains important new sections to illustrate improvements and to advance our knowledge of Twin Block technique and other related aspects of functional therapy. - Some of the topics that have been included in the latest edition are pitfalls in appliance design and management, explained with examples of problem patients and contraindications for functional therapy. - The author has developed and tested Fixed Twin Blocks for the past 15 years, and treatment records show the evolution of this technique, leading to a final solution with an improved design and protocol to integrate Fixed Twin Blocks with fixed appliances. - There is also a discussion on Invisible Twin Blocks with preformed occlusal blocks present as a patient-friendly approach to the treatment of sleep apnea, with the added advantage of correcting Class II malocclusion. - This new edition provides “state-of-the-art” instruction in all aspects of functional therapy, including diagnosis, case selection, appliance design, and clinical management.