The 20 Principles of the Alexander Discipline, Volume 1

Introduced in 1978, the Alexander Discipline represents a unique approach to orthodontic treatment; today, legions of clinicians around the world apply its 20 master principles in their practices. An outgrowth of the Tweed technique, these basic principles have been developed empirically over many years in the author's own practice. Specific components of the Alexander Discipline include a unique bracket prescription that features specific designs for individual teeth; an arch form that fits most patients within one standard deviation; and the use of single brackets with rotation wings to control labial flare of mandibular incisors. Moreover, several of the author's biomechanical concepts have been widely adopted as standard orthodontic practice, including the maxim to treat one arch at a time beginning with the maxillary arch. Complete records of patients treated by the author dating back 25 years are presented to demonstrate specific results and the stability of treatment. This book will be of strong interest to anyone engaged in the study or practice of orthodontics.