DENTOFACIAL ORTHOPEDICS IN THE GROWING CHILD A clinical guide to understanding why malocclusions occur in children and how to diagnose and correct them early to reestablish normal growth using dentofacial orthopedics Dentofacial Orthopedics in the Growing Child: Understanding Craniofacial Growth and the Management of Malocclusion provides step-by-step guidance on diagnosing and treating malocclusions in young patients. The book addresses both class I, II and III malocclusions, and more complicated cases such as facial asymmetries and temporomandibular problems that develop in the primary dentition. Concise, highly illustrated chapters describe normal and abnormal craniofacial development, and how and why environmental factors can affect the growth pattern. Early diagnosis and treatment planning, long-term case resolution, complementary methods of diagnosis such as occlusion and cephalometric, and more are discussed. Provides clinicians with visual guidance on how to rapidly diagnose malocclusions Contains over 1,300 high-quality images of different Class I, Class II, and Class III malocclusions, including temporomandibular problems, both before and after correction, and long-term follow-ups Helps clinicians correct different malocclusions using the fewest number of appliances and in the least amount of time Includes tables of different cephalometric of before and after corrections for most clinical cases presented in the book Contains a chapter on how to communicate and bond with children as patients to help them understand the importance of wearing their appliances Children are not young adults so diagnostic methods which are regularly used can often misguide the clinician. Dentofacial Orthopedics in the Growing Child is an invaluable reference that guides pediatric dentists, orthodontists, general dentists, and maxillofacial and craniofacial surgeons with treating children.

"Biostatistics for Oral Healthcare" offers students, practitioners and instructors alike a comprehensive guide to mastering biostatistics and their application to oral healthcare. Drawing on situations and methods from dentistry and oral healthcare, this book provides a thorough treatment of statistical concepts in order to promote in-depth and correct comprehension, supported throughout by technical discussion and a multitude of practical examples.

The training and culture of dental practice is based on clinical treatment and patient care. However in order to run their practices efficiently dentists and their staff must have business acumen and knowledge for which most are unprepared. This clear and authoritative guide presents the facts of practice finance explains how practice income can be maximised through its various sources and identifies the pitfalls and opportunities for further development. The 'New Contract' and reforms to the NHS system emphasize the need for the dental profession to respond effectively to the changed environment and this concise and comprehensive reference has been designed to meet this need.

Improve patient outcomes with the latest advances in aligner treatment and orthodontics! Principles and Biomechanics of Aligner Treatment describes how to use and adjust the materials involved in tooth alignment. Featuring full-color photos and illustrations, this book provides a clear overview of tooth alignment techniques along with step-by-step instructions for both normal and unusual cases. An Expert Consult website includes access to the fully searchable eBook. From a team of active clinicians and researchers led by Ravindra Nanda, this expert resource takes your orthodontic skills to the next level. Protocols for treatment describe how to manage aligner orthodontics cases in almost every clinical situation. Full-color photos and illustrations show clinical cases. Expert, international authors represent the top fields of aligner orthodontics and provide the latest thinking and the most current procedures. Explanation of biological science makes it easier to understand the principles behind aligner treatment. Coverage of mechanical properties clearly explains the materials used in aligner orthodontics. Tips and tricks provide advice and insight into technical adjustment. Expert Consult website includes fully searchable access to the entire text with each new print purchase.

Since dentistry is a branch of medicine with its own peculiarities and very diverse areas of action, it can be considered as an interdisciplinary field. BIODENTAL ENGINEERING IV contains the full papers presented at the 4th International Conference on Biodental Engineering (BIODENTAL 2016, Vila Nova de Famalicao, Portugal, 21-23 June 2016), and covers the use of new techniques and technologies in dentistry. The contributions provide a comprehensive coverage of the state-of-the art in this area, and addresses the following topics: * Aesthetics * Bioengineering * Biomaterials * Biomechanical disorders * Biomedical devices * Computational bio- imaging and visualization * Computational methods * Dental medicine * Experimental mechanics * Signal processing and analysis * Implantology * Minimally invasive devices and techniques * Orthodontics * Prosthesis and orthosis * Simulation * Software development * Telemedicine * Tissue engineering * Virtual reality BIODENTAL ENGINEERING IV will be of interest to academics and professionals involved or interested in dentistry, biomechanical disorders, numerical simulation, orthodontics, implantology, aesthetics, dental medicine, medical devices and medical imaging.

Since 2002, the Tohoku University Graduate School of Dentistry has proposed "Interface Oral Health Science" as a major theme for next-generation dental research. That theme is based on the innovative concept that healthy oral function is provided by biological and biomechanical harmony among three systems: (1) oral tissues including the teeth, mucosa, bones, and muscles (host); (2) parasitic microorganisms of the oral cavity (parasites); and (3) biomaterials. The concept posits that oral diseases such as dental caries, periodontal disease, and tempo- mandibular disorders should be interpreted as interface diseases that result from disruption of the intact interfaces among these systems. The uniqueness of this concept rests on the fact that it not only encompasses the entire ? eld of dentistry and dental care, but also expands the common ground shared with many other ? elds, including medicine, pharmaceutical science, agriculture, material science, and engineering. Our Graduate School of Dentistry aims to promote advances in dental research and to activate interdisciplinary research with related ? elds by putting interface oral health science into practice. On this basis we organized the First International Symposium for Interface Oral Health in February 2005, with productive discussions stimulated by two special lectures, three symposia, and poster presentations. A monograph titled Interface Oral Health Science that s- marized the contents of the symposium was published in the autumn of 2005 (International Congress Series 1284, Elsevier, Amsterdam). The Second International Symposium was the most recent.

This book provides the reader with a text that encompasses the full range of oral and maxillofacial surgery while also addressing the core competencies necessary for undergraduates and those in basic specialist training.

This essential textbook presents the basics of dental statistics in an accessible way, combining explanation in non-technical language with key messages, practical examples, suggestions for further reading and exercises complete with detailed solutions. There is an emphasis on the principles and application of statistics without the use of algebra. The statistical material is strongly rooted in practical examples drawn from a wide range of journal articles representing both dental health care delivery and clinical dentistry. The perspective is international, with papers drawn from a variety of settings around the world. Many articles are recent and report contemporary developments in dental care. The intended audience includes dental students and practitioners, those engaged in dental research and other health care professionals. For students and tutors, it covers the undergraduate curriculum, and the exercises and solutions make it ideal for course use. For practitioners and researchers it provides the first principles of study design, accessing the dental literature, and the preparation and publication of original dental research.

Delivering WOW is a blueprint for running and growing a dental practice. Dr. Anissa Holmes was sick of working too much and earning too little, so she decided to do something about it. After years of learning and experimentation, she developed a simple, high-impact process to run and grow a dental practice that turned her office into a high-profit practice with over 50,000 raving Facebook fans and a reliable team she can trust to handle anything that comes their way. With this newly-updated and expanded version of a book that helped thousands of dentists build more profitable and enjoyable dental practices, Dr. Holmes walks dentists through building a winning team, maximizing profitability, and reliably growing patient numbers without having to waste time and money on expensive and ineffective advertising methods. If you're tired of feeling guilty, stressed, and frustrated by your practice and want to build one that allows you to make more, work less, and have a meaningful impact in the world, Delivering WOW is the step-by-step plan for you!

This book covers the current knowledge of salivary compounds, their normal values, age dependency, diseases or hormonal status and assay problems, and is helpful for scientists and clinicians with the relevant information needed in planning, performing, and interpreting saliva analyses.

Articles in these two volumes cover current knowledge of the origins of various salivary compounds, their normal values, age dependency, relation to flow rate, diseases or hormonal status, and assay problems regarding human saliva. Volume I includes: practical aspects of salivary analyses; salivary

This book is unique. It deals primarily with and brings together a wide-ranging group of essays spanning more than half a century's worth of research done by Bernard G Sarnat. Much of this historical review remains significant and germane today. Some material antedates the emergence of the specialties of craniofacial biology, craniofacial surgery, and bone biology, while many of the reports preceded the period of molecular biology. This book thus represents a fundamental pioneering contribution to a representative portion of the specialties. Building on past data reported by Sarnat, James P Bradley contributes significantly to the present by including recent works which cover issues dealing with stem cell, tissue regeneration and tissue engineering research. In addition, appropriately selected clinical work is included a result of the further development and maturity of the specialties. And what does the future hold? No doubt unpredictable gigantic advances. The purpose of this selective, organized, and limited review, analysis, and summary of personally conducted experiments is to relate certain aspects of differential growth and change and nonchange to age, sites, rates, factors, and mechanisms. In many instances, correlations are made between research findings and clinical practice, and this retrospective study brings all of them together.

Introducing an essential new practical atlas for dental students and clinicians alike! The Color Atlas of Oral and Maxillofacial Diseases provides comprehensive, practical information on the most common oral and maxillofacial diseases and disorders. This new text uses a quick-access atlas format to help you easily look up clinical signs, diagnosis, and treatments. Nearly 750 high-quality images accompanied by brief narratives demonstrate exactly what clinical signs to look for - making an intervention as timely as possible. Written by four of the top dental authorities in the world, this concise resource is sure to become a clinical favorite. NEW! Quick-access atlas format makes it easy to look up clinical signs, diagnosis, and treatment of oral and maxillofacial diseases NEW! Nearly 750 high-quality radiographs and color clinical photos facilitate the identification of lesions and diseases. NEW! Comprehensive, focused coverage highlight diseases that may affect the oral and maxillofacial regions. NEW! Full-color design and illustrations. NEW! Logical organization reflects the sequence in which content is generally presented to predoctoral students. NEW! Expert Consult TM eBook version included with purchase allows you to search all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices

Implant Dental Nursing provides the dental nurse with a comprehensive and concise guide to all aspects of implant dentistry, concentrating specifically on the dental nurse's role within it.
This book ably supports both students and those aspiring to expand and develop their professional role. Written by an expert team of implant dental nurses and dentists, Implant Dental Nursing is focused, thorough and easily accessible, unlocking the progressive world of implantology for the dental nurse and the rest of the dental team - a worthy addition to any dental surgery's library.

Learn to identify and use more than 300 dental instruments! Dental Instruments: A Pocket Guide, 8th Edition makes it quick and easy for dental assistants and dental hygienists to master the instruments, equipment, and tray setups used in everyday practice. The book includes over 750 photographs and drawings of basic and specialty dental instruments, paired with monographs describing each instrument's characteristics, functions, order of use, and sterilization guidelines. With a spiral-bound, flashcard-style, flip-chart format, the book also makes it easy to review key information and to assess your knowledge. Dental Instruments is the perfect guide both for study and for chairside reference! EXPANDED! Photos and illustrations show the instrument or equipment in use within the context of dental care, also emphasizing updates in emerging technologies, infection control, implants, and orthodontics. More than 750 high-quality photographs and illustrations include both full and close-up views to help quickly and accurately identify and differentiate dental instruments. Clear, two-page spreads include a photo of each instrument along with its name, functions, characteristics, practice notes, and sterilization, with chapters progressing from basic instruments to more specialized instruments. Flashcard-style format is perfect for self-quizzing on dental instruments and their uses. Pocket size, spiral binding, and Velcro® closure enable easy, on-the-go study and use. Practice Notes and Sterilization Notes summarize common tray setups as well as CDC recommendations. Student review activities on Evolve include chapter quizzes as well as tray setup questions and exercises. NEW! Updated content on infection control and PPE prepares students to practice in the age of COVID-19. NEW! Seven videos on the Evolve website bring the book's photos to life, demonstrating how to pass and hold different instruments, correct seating positions, and more.

Immunology for Dentistry Understand the fundamentals of oral immunology with this accessible reference Immunology for Dentistry fulfils the need for a comprehensive overview of oral immunology and its key aspects for dental medicine. Its broad-based and accessible coverage introduces readers to all essential elements of oral immunology, from mechanisms of the immune system through to specific diseases and pathogens and their interactions with the immune system. This thorough text will provide an understanding of the link between the oral immune system and oral microbiome as contributors to oral health. Readers will also find: A thorough introduction to the basic principles of immunology and immune response Detailed coverage of subjects including stem cell immunology, periodontitis, hormone modulation in periodontal inflammation and more Color diagrams demonstrating key concepts Authored by a team of international experts, Immunology for Dentistry provides a valuable approach to the fundamental and clinical aspects of immunology. It is a useful reference for dental students, teachers, and researchers, and will also be of interest to practicing dentists and specialists.

Documents the challenges, benefits, and progression opportunities of a career in dental nursing How to Develop Your Career in Dental Nursing provides practical information on how to progress your career in dental nursing. Guidance is included throughout, and the reader should use the book to make informed decisions and conduct further research for the benefit of their own career. The book considers the historical context, along with reviewing the current position of dental nursing and considering the future of the field, all with the overarching theme of helping dental nurses further their career in modern dentistry. Topics covered include: Dental Nursing from a profession and social context, as well as gender perspectives Differences in dental nursing worldwide Formal and informal training and education Pros and cons for dental nurses and dentistry as the profession has developed The impact of working in a modern environment How dental nurses can become agents for change Dental nursing as an academic versus vocational endeavor Written by highly qualified authors, How to Develop Your Career in Dental Nursing is an invaluable resource for Dental Nurses, as well as students beginning their professional journey.

Designed for community dental/public health courses, Dental Public Health and Research also serves as an ideal resource for board exam preparation or for dental hygiene practitioners. Dental Public Health and Research explores the ever-changing world of dental public health-a dynamic career pathway for dental hygienists-and provides readers with the key tools needed to effectively practice and conduct dental hygiene in the public health setting. The Fourth Edition features an increased emphasis on the dental hygienist's understanding of research principles, and an expanded discussion of public health science. Readers are guided through dental hygiene fundamentals, programs, research, and practical strategies to give them a true understanding of what it takes to be a successful, contemporary dental hygiene practitioner.

An easy to follow step-by-step guide to the most useful surgical skills from knot tying to simple procedures. Illustrated with colour photographs and video clips to demonstrate techniques, this book makes these practical skills as clear and easy to follow as possible. Including coverage of surgical instruments, wound management and suturing, and minor surgical procedures, it also explains how to use these essential surgical skills to make the most of a surgical placement. Healthcare students or junior professionals undertaking a placement in surgery or emergency medicine will feel confident and capable, and will be able to take an active role in surgical placements. Learning basic surgical skills is important for such placements, as well as for undertaking exams such as the Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons (MRCS).

Fractures of the Facial Skeleton, Second Edition gives a clear, concise and practical overview of the management of maxillofacial injuries. This new edition has been fully updated to include recent developments and improvements in facial trauma management, with expanded sections on emergency and early treatment, soft tissue injuries and major maxillofacial injuries. Written by an experienced author team, this text will appeal to trainees in all surgical specialities involved in facial trauma. Summary tables and colour illustrations throughout aid understanding, making this both an ideal introduction to the subject and a useful exam revision text. Key features include: * New, updated edition of a well-respected text * Easy-to-read, practical clinical handbook * Covers aetiology and anatomy, emergency management of trauma, imaging, treatment of dentoalveolar, mandible and midfacial injuries, postoperative care, and complications * Suitable for postgraduate students, trainees and practitioners in oral and maxillofacial surgery and practitioners of other medical disciplines involved in facial trauma

1 Anatomische Grundlagen.- 1.1 Zahnentwicklung.- 1.2 Zahngewebe.- 1.2.1 Dentin.- 1.2.2 Schmelz.- 1.2.3 Wurzelzement.- 1.2.4 Zahnpulpa.- 1.2.5 Parodontium.- 2 Anomalien der Zahne.- 2.1 Stoerungen der Schmelzbildung.- 2.2 Stoerungen der Dentinbildung.- 2.3 Farbanomalien der Zahne.- 3 Karies.- 3.1 Schmelzkaries.- 3.1.1 Fissurenkaries.- 3.1.2 Approximalkaries.- 3.2 Dentinkaries.- 3.2.1 Dentinkaries vor Schmelzkavitat.- 3.2.2 Dentinkaries nach Schmelzkavitat.- 3.2.3 Zonen der Dentinkaries.- 3.3 Chronische Karies.- 3.4 Zementkaries.- 3.5 Strahlenkaries.- 4 Veranderungen der Pulpa.- 4.1 Regressive Veranderungen der Pulpa.- 4.2 Traumatische Veranderungen der Pulpa.- 4.3 Entzundungen der Pulpa (Pulpitis).- 4.3.1 Akute Pulpitis.- 4.3.2 Chronische Pulpitis.- 4.3.2.1 Formen der chronischen Pulpitis.- 4.3.2.2 Wurzelfullung.- 5 Parodontopathien.- 5.1 Gingivitis.- 5.1.1 Akute Gingivitis.- 5.1.1.1 Akute nekrotisierende, ulzeroese Gingivitis (Plaut-Vincent-Gingivitis).- 5.1.2 Gingivaabszess.- 5.2 Chronische Gingivitis.- 5.2.1 Chronische fibrosierende Gingivitis durch Medikamente.- 5.2.1.1 Phenytoin.- 5.2.1.2 Ciclosporin.- 5.2.1.3 Nifedipin.- 5.2.2 Hormonal beeinflusste chronische Gingivitis.- 5.3 Epulis.- 5.3.1 Epulis granulomatosa.- 5.3.2 Epulis fibromatosa (oder fibrosa, fibrase Hyperplasie).- 5.3.3 Riesenzellepulis, peripheres Riesenzellgranulom (Epulis gigantocellularis).- 5.4 Parodontitis.- 5.4.1 Apikale Parodontitis.- 5.4.1.1 Akute apikale Parodontitis.- 5.4.1.2 Periapikaler Abszess.- 5.4.1.3 Chronische apikale Parodontitis.- 6 Odontogene Zysten.- 6.1 Definition und Einteilung.- 6.2 Allgemeine Gesichtspunkte der Zystenentwicklung.- 6.3 Klinik der Zysten.- 6.4 Klassifikation.- 6.5 Entzundlich bedingte Zysten.- 6.5.1 Radikulare Zysten.- 6.5.2 Residualzysten.- 6.6 Dysontogenetische Zysten.- 6.6.1 Primordialzysten (Keratozysten).- 6.6.2 Follikulare Zysten.- 6.6.3 Durchbruchszysten (Eruptionszysten).- 6.6.4 Gingivale Zysten.- 6.6.5 Kalzifizierende odontogene Zysten.- 6.6.6 Paradentale Zysten.- 6.6.7 Glandulare odontogene Zysten.- 6.6.8 Zysten im Rahmen von Fehlbildungssyndromen.- 6.7 Nicht odontogene Kieferzysten.- 7 Odontogene Tumoren.- 7.1 Gutartige odontogene Tumoren.- 7.1.1 Ameloblastom.- 7.1.2 Odontogener plattenepithelialer Tumor.- 7.1.3 Kalzifizierender epithelialer odontogener Tumor (Pindborg-Tumor).- 7.1.4 Odontogener Klarzelltumor.- 7.1.5 Ameloblastisches Fibrom.- 7.1.6 Ameloblastisches Fibrodentinom (Dentinom und amelo-blastisches Fibroodontom).- 7.1.7 Odontoameloblastom.- 7.1.8 Adenomatoider odontogener Tumor.- 7.1.9 Kalzifizierende odontogene Zyste.- 7.1.10 Komplexes Odontom.- 7.1.11 Zusammengesetztes Odontom (Compound odontoma).- 7.1.12 Odontogenes Fibrom (Fibrom des Kiefers).- 7.1.13 Myxom (odontogenes Myxom, Myxofibrom).- 7.1.14 Gutartiges Zementoblastom (Zementoblastom, echtes Zementom).- 7.1.14.1 Echtes Zementom.- 7.1.14.2 Zemento-ossifizierendes Fibrom.- 7.2 Boesartige odontogene Tumoren.- 7.2.1 Odontogene Karzinome.- 7.2.1.1 Boesartiges Ameloblastom.- 7.2.1.2 Primares intraossares Karzinom.- 7.2.1.3 Boesartige Varianten anderer odontogener epithelialer Tumoren.- 7.2.1.4 Boesartige Tumoren in odontogenen Zysten.- 7.2.2 Odontogenes Sarkom.- 7.2.2.1 Ameloblastisches Fibrosarkom (Ameloblastisches Sarkom).- 7.2.2.2 Ameloblastisches Fibrodentinosarkom (Ameloblastisches Fibroodontosarkom).- 7.2.2.3 Odontogenes Karzinosarkom.- 8 Erkrankungen des Kieferknochens.- 8.1 Osteomyelitis.- 8.1.1 Akute, eitrige Osteomyelitis.- 8.1.2 Chronische, eitrige Osteomyelitis.- 8.1.3 Chronische, fokal-sklerosierende Osteomyelitis.- 8.1.4 Chronische, diffus-sklerosierende Osteomyelitis.- 8.1.5 Chronische Osteomyelitis mit proliferativer Periostitis.- 8.1.6 Sonderformen der Osteomyelitis.- 8.1.6.1 Mykobakterielle Osteomyelitis.- 8.1.6.2 Aktinomykotische Osteomyelitis.- 8.1.6.3 Bruchspaltosteomyelitis.- 8.1.6.4 Radioosteomyelitis.- 8.2 Osteosklerose.- 8.3 Osteomalazie.- 8.4 Hypoparathyreoidismus.- 8.5 Primarer Hyperparathyreoidismus.-

Dieser neue Titel in der Reihe Practical Procedures in ? erlautert eine Vielzahl aktueller klinischer Verfahren bei der Behandlung von Zahnabrasion. Dass anwenderfreundliche Fachbuch fasst ubersichtlich die wesentlichen Aspekte jedes Verfahrens zusammen, erganzt um klinische Bilder. Die Kapitel behandeln die Grundlagen und Vorgehensweisen jedes Verfahrens, enthalten Tipps und Ratschlage fur den Klinikalltag sowie umfassende Verweise auf Referenzmaterial. Die Themen reichen von der Patientenanamnese und Diagnose, der Behandlungsplanung spezifischer und allgemeiner Formen der Zahnabnutzung uber die Behandlung von teilbezahnten Patienten und das Monitoring der Zahnabrasion bis hin zu Management und Nachbehandlung. Das Fachbuch wurde von international anerkannten Experten mit klinischer und akademischer Erfahrung geschrieben. - Deckt umfassend und evidenzbasiert das Management von Zahnabrasion ab. - Untersucht die Epidemiologie und AEtiologie der Zahnabrasion. - Behandelt praktische Aspekte wie Aufzeichnungen, asthetische Bewertung, Pravention, klinische Okklusion und aktives Monitoring. - Bietet Zugriff auch hochwertige Lehrvideos als Erganzung der Buchinhalte. - Einzigartige Informationsquelle fur Zahnarzte, Studenten der Zahnmedizin hoeherer Semester und Postgraduierte, die sich auf weiterfuhrende Prufungen vorbereiten oder sich in der Weiterbildung befinden.

Highly Commended, BMA Medical Book Awards 2015 An Introduction to Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery encompasses the full range of oral and maxillofacial surgery. It also addresses the necessary core competencies for undergraduates and those pursuing basic specialist training. The second edition now includes international perspectives. In the UK, oral and maxillofacial surgery is a unique discipline-the ninth of ten currently recognized surgical specialties-and trainees usually start from a dental qualification before gaining a medical one. In contrast, in Germany practitioners often start from a medical base and then obtain a dental degree while in North America they start from a dental base and may or may not become dually qualified. The book's initial chapters cater to all approaches of initial training and crucially bring them together in the specialist surgical sections. In chapters where the UK, US, and German perspectives are distinctly different, a section at the end has been added offering a specific perspective. However, where there is general consensus the international views have been integrated into the main body of text. At the end of each chapter, where appropriate, readers will find relevant references and recommendations for further reading. This book can also be considered a definitive and consistently reliable source of information for those following the UK's Intercollegiate Surgical Curriculum.

Stay up on the latest research and techniques in endodontics with Cohen's Pathways of the Pulp, 12th Edition. Written by a team of internationally renowned experts and trusted for more than 40 years, this definitive guide covers the science, theory, and practice of endodontics. Full color illustrations and detailed radiographs guide readers through each step of endodontic care - from diagnosis and treatment planning to proven techniques for managing pulpal and periapical diseases. This new twelfth edition also boasts the very latest evidence-based research and techniques, reorganized and condensed chapters, plus other features designed to help you locate important information quickly and easily. Complete with access to Expert Consult, it's everything you need to stay ahead in the field of endodontics. Extensive illustration collection includes over 2,000 full-color photos, line art, and radiographs to clearly demonstrate core concepts and reinforce the essential principles and techniques of endodontics. Video clips and case studies demonstrate key procedures such as palpation of the masseter muscle, introsseous anesthesia with the X-tip system, dentin hypersensitivity, and more. Diverse and respected contributor pool includes experts from many national- and international-based dental education programs. NEW! Updated content and new images incorporate the most recent developments in research and clinical endodontic techniques. NEW! Additional topics cover pulp biology, pathobiology, diagnosis, treatment planning, pain control, isolation, access, cleaning and shaping, obturation, restoration, assessment of outcomes, emergencies and surgery. Each online topic comes with assigned reading lists, a PowerPoint lecture, written lesson objectives, and example exam questions. NEW! Compliance with the Commission on Dental Accreditation Curriculum ensures that the needs of all dental programs are met. NEW! Reorganized sections now divide chapters by those covering clinical endodontics, those covering the biological basis of endodontics, and chapters which detail endodontics in private practice to make content easier for both clinicians and students to navigate. NEW! Condensed chapters remove unnecessary duplication of content across the text and make the physical text lighter and easier to use.

Dentistry is a branch of medicine with its own peculiarities and very diverse areas of action, which means that it can be considered as an interdisciplinary field. Currently the use of new techniques and technologies receives much attention.

Biodental Engineering III contains contributions from 13 countries, which were presented at BIODENTAL 2014, the 3rd International Conference on Biodental Engineering (Povoa do Varzim, Portugal, 22-23 June 2014). They provide a comprehensive coverage of the state-of-the art in this area, and address issues on a wide range of topics:

Aesthetics

Bioengineering

Biomaterials

Biomechanical disorders

Biomedical devices

Computational bio- imaging and visualization

Computational methods

Dental medicine

Experimental mechanics

Signal processing and analysis

Implantology

Minimally invasive devices and techniques

Orthodontics

Prosthesis and orthosis

Simulation

Software development

Telemedicine

Tissue engineering

Virtual reality

Biodental Engineering III will be of interest to academics and others interested and/or involved in biodental engineering."