Endodontic Microbiology, Second Edition presents a comprehensive reference to the microbiology, pathogenesis, management, and healing of endodontic pathosis, emphasizing the importance of biological sciences in understanding and managing endodontic disease and its interaction with systemic health. * Provides a major revision to the first book to focus on the problems related to microbes in the root canal and periapical tissues * Updates current knowledge in endodontic pathosis, especially regarding next generation sequencing and microbial virulence * Presents useful diagrams, images, radiographs, and annotated histological images to illustrate the concepts * Emphasizes the importance of biological science in understanding and managing endodontic disease * Includes contributions from the leading researchers and educators in the field

An interdisciplinary textbook on dry mouth, Xerostomia: An Interdisciplinary Resource for Practitioners provides an overview of xerostomia for physicians, dentists, nurses, speech-language pathologists, and otolaryngologists who encounter the condition in their practice. Xerostomia is a common condition, yet only one in seven cases are referred to a speech-language pathologist or otolaryngologist for treatment. Featuring contributions from speech-language pathologists, otolaryngologists, dentists, oral pathologists, and nurses, the text's interdisciplinary approach and evidence-based framework provides practitioners with an awareness and understanding of xerostomia that will improve interprofessional coordination and enhance patient care. With a robust accompanying website including patient education resources, Xerostomia addresses the following topics: An otolaryngologist's view of xerostomia, including causes, symptoms, evaluation, and treatment Patient perspectives of living with xerostomia, including quality of life measures and new research findings Effect of xerostomia on dental and oral health Voice disorders associated with xerostomia Impact of xerostomia on swallowing The science of saliva, including composition and production Pharmacological management of xerostomia Xerostomia: An Interdisciplinary Resource for Practitioners provides indispensable information for general practitioners, internists, dentists, nurses, otolaryngologists, speech-language pathologists, and speech-language pathology students, as well as any health care practitioners who encounter patients with xerostomia.

The trusted guide to clinical periodontics. Comprehensive Periodontics for the Dental Hygienist, 4/e provides concise coverage of the foundations of periodontics. This text is a helpful introduction for dental hygiene students and a valuable resource for practicing hygienists. Coverage includes the clinical aspects of periodontics, including surgical and nonsurgical procedures, and presents material in a clear and accessible format. Anchored in evidence-based learning, chapters provide simple explanations of many of the complexities of the dental disease process and provide clear links to practical aspects of therapy. Teaching and Learning Experience This text offers a clear and accessible introduction to periodontics. It provides: Clear links between theory and practice: Discussions and textbook features help readers connect chapter material to real applications. Preparation for national board exams: Resources follow the content and format of national board exams. Effective learning resources: Numerous references and review tools helps students truly master chapter material.

Unilateral posterior crossbite is a problem often seen in orthodontic practice, and properly understanding chewing patterns will lead to the most effective treatment program. Drawing on their research and available literature, Drs. Piancino and Kyrkanides present a fascinating look at chewing cycles and their role in the functional treatment of unilateral posterior crossbite. * Describes the physiology and pathology of chewing patterns and muscular activation in humans * Explains chewing patterns and muscular coordination, and their influence on the growth and harmony of the stomatognathic system * Clinical instruction for checking and correcting masticatory function and functional asymmetry in order to prevent the relapse of the malocclusion * Clinical cases walk readers through the treatment of seven crossbites

High quality oral health care is an increasingly important aspiration in most parts of the world. However, the world is an ever-changing place and change in dentistry is occurring very rapidly indeed. The rapid growth in knowledge or oral diseases, the change in disease prevalence and distribution, and the continued improvement in world communication, make this a challenging time in modern dentistry. There is a clear need to move from a system of piecemeal dental treatment to one of oral health care as a whole. These and many other issues are dealt with in this book. This a book for all involved in dental care, be they providers or consumers.

Restorative Dentistry: An Integrated Approach presents the core of knowledge that forms the basis of clinical practice in restorative dentistry. The book contains a practical common-sense approach to clinical problems structured within the limitations imposed by the patient and the ability and facilities of the dentist. Subjects included in the book are Periodontology, Endodontics, Dental Biomaterials, Oral Biology and Pathology, and Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics. However Restorative Dentistry offers a somewhat unique approach in that it integrates the basic sciences that are fundamental to clinical practice rather than having separate sections or expecting readers to consult other texts for basic information. The integration means that there are not separate sections on the specialist subjects but aspects of these topics are distributed throughout. This second edition is full colour throughout. It has been fully revised with two brand new chapters on Implantology bringing the book up to date with emerging technologies and developments in clinical procedures and materials.

A key revision resource for dental undergraduates and foundation dentists, SBAs and EMQs for Human Disease (Medicine) in Dentistry is also suitable for qualified practitioners undertaking professional development and learning about the medical context of dentistry. Featuring 200 high quality SBAs and EMQs, the questions mirror the format of university and professional assessments and are based on real-life clinical scenarios. Questions are designed to test the recognition of oral and systemic symptoms, selection of appropriate investigations and management, as well as to foster development of clinical problem-solving skills for future practice. The book promotes formative learning by incorporating answers, rationale, detailed explanations, and further reading sources for every question. Written by expert clinical teachers, the questions are mapped to specific learning outcomes for the Medicine (Human Disease) in Dentistry course (also referred to as Human Health and Disease (HHD) and Clinical Human Health and Disease (CHHD)) as outlined in the General Dental Council's (GDC's) Preparing for Practice document. A valuable resource full of comprehensive practice questions, this book is a key assessment tool for all those studying dentistry.

Pre-Clinical Dental Skills at a Glance provides a comprehensive and accessible guide to the basic operative skills and core clinical skills required of those about to embark on dental clinical training. It serves as the perfect illustrated introduction for pre-clinical students and a handy revision guide for subsequent undergraduate and postgraduate stages. Following the familiar, easy-to-use At a Glance format, each topic is presented as a double-page spread with text accompanied by clear colour diagrams and clinical photographs to support conceptual understanding. Pre-Clinical Dental Skills at a Glance is a valuable resource for students studying dentistry, dental hygiene, dental therapy or dental nursing, as well as skills-based assessments such as the Overseas Registration Exam or the Licence in Dental Surgery. Key features include: * An illustrated introduction to the dental clinical environment, basic operative skills and core clinical skills * Key concepts are explained and superbly illustrated enabling you to visualise the intended clinical endpoint * Core clinical skills covered include controlling cross-infection, giving and receiving effective feedback, history taking and communication skills * A companion website with self-assessment questions for students and teaching notes for instructors

A Detailed Description of Sexually Transmissible Oral Diseases Relevant to Dental Practice Sexually Transmissible Oral Diseases delivers an expert and comprehensive description of sexually transmissible oral diseases encountered in clinical dental practice. This book features contributions from more than 20 international experts representing the disciplines of oral medicine, sexual health, infectious diseases, microbiology, community medicine, and dermatology. Divided into three relevant sections, readers will find: An overview of the etiology, epidemiology, and prevention of sexually transmitted infections, including HIV/AIDS. Details on risky sexual behaviors and their impact on oral health, including the risk of sexually transmissible diseases associated with oral sex. Detailed descriptions of oral manifestations of sexually transmissible infections. Diagnostic and treatment strategies for oral healthcare professionals in the dental setting. Clinical images that complement the user-friendly patient-focused approach of the book. Sexually Transmissible Oral Diseases is ideal for dental practitioners, oral medicine specialists, oral and maxillofacial surgeons, dental hygienists, oral health therapists, and dental educators. The book will also earn a place in medical and dental libraries as a recommended reference book for dental students, medical students, and students of other health professions.

Dr. Hamid Shafie's "Clinical and Laboratory Manual" "of Implant Overdentures" is a ground-breaking guide to this popular and effective treatment modality, which is increasingly seen as the standard of care for the fully edentulous patient. This highly practical step-by-step handbook provides the dentist and laboratory technician with essential instruction and sound clinical support, demystifying this complex subject through systematic evaluation of the available attachment systems to produce treatment plans to best suit the patient's needs.

With the ever-increasing popularity of injectable toxins and fillers, all clinical practitioners in minimally invasive aesthetic procedures need to be experts in the anatomy of the face. This is a detailed and informative guide from international experts to all aspects of the facial anatomy of the presenting clinical patient - how it changes with age, how it differs in different patients, how it is layered, and what danger zones it may contain. An integral ebook contains videos demonstrating how injection can best be accomplished in each of the anatomical areas considered.

Diagnosis and Treatment of Furcation-Involved Teeth offers dental professionals a comprehensive review of the aetiology and diagnosis of furcation defects, including treatment options. Provides a practical manual for the successful diagnosis and treatment of a therapeutic challenge for general dentists and periodontists Presents illustrative photographs of clinical cases and procedures Offers a helpful chapter on patient-reported outcomes Includes a companion website with video clips and case studies

Die dritte Auflage von Ronald E. Goldstein`s Esthetics in Dentistry stellt eine grundliche Aktualisierung und Erweiterung dieses massgeblichen Referenzwerks dar. Behandelt werden samtliche Aspekte der asthetischen und kosmetischen Zahnheilkunde, von den Prinzipien und Behandlungsverfahren bis hin zu spezifischen Herausforderungen und Komplikationen. - Untersucht umfassend samtliche Aspekte der asthetischen und kosmetischen Zahnheilkunde. - Enthalt 23 neue Kapitel internationaler Experten des Fachgebiets, vorhandene Kapitel wurde vollstandig aktualisiert. - Mit mehr als 3700 hochwertigen Fotos und Illustrationen. - Prasentiert klinische Fallstudien und Behandlungsalgorithmen und macht dieses Buch fur den Klinikalltag noch bedeutsamer. - Legt den Schwerpunkt auf klinische Szenarien. Alle Informationen sind umfassend wissenschaftlich belegt.

Learn the skills you need to manage a modern dental business. Practice Management for the Dental Team 9th Edition is a comprehensive, one-stop resource that presents practical information on everything from managing patients to running the business. This unique text includes a wide range of dental office skills which are mapped to the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) test blueprint including technology, communications, appointment setting, dental charting, business office procedures, financial arrangements, and more! New to the ninth edition is even more in-depth information on alternative workforce models, production, insurance, and inventory along with an added emphasis on roles of the entire dentistry team. Plus, this is the only product on the market that includes Eaglesoft screen shots and practice management software for a fully realistic office experience. Comprehensive coverage on the business of managing a dental office provides vital information to ensure the success of any dental practice. UNIQUE! Emphasis on roles of the entire dental team featured throughout text. UNIQUE! Patterson Dental EagleSoft screen shots and exercises equip you with valuable realistic practice experience. Practice quizzes for each chapter on the Evolve website help your test comprehension and prepare you for classroom and board exams. Expert author Betty Ladley Finkbeiner imparts knowledge and advice from years of teaching and practical experience and wide reach in dental assisting education. Key terminology defined in the chapter's glossary and called out in boldface color within chapter discussions helps you to understand dental practice and clinical dentistry terminology essential to the success of any office manager. Learning Activities and Practice Notes encourage you to apply the content to realistic office situations and convey important tips and advice. Learning outcomes at the beginning of each chapter frame the content and serve as checkpoints for comprehension and study. Summary tables and boxes provide easy-to-read summaries of text discussions that support visual learners and serve as useful review and study tools. Bibliographical citations direct you to targeted sources of information where additional dental-related information can be located. Appendixes provide supplemental information for quick and handy office reference. NEW! Content includes the latest information on alternative workforce models, dental insurance and reimbursement, production, and inventory planning UPDATED! Art program with modern illustrations and photographs helps you to understand today's office environment, tools, and equipment. EXPANDED and IMPROVED! Test Bank with cognitive leveling and mapping to the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) test blueprint.

The Anatomical Basis of Dentistry, 5th Edition fulfills the need for a textbook of gross anatomy written specifically for the dental profession. It features core anatomy of the entire body and in-depth chapters dealing with the head and neck and provides a solid foundation for the future dentist and review material for the dental specialty resident. The 5th edition includes a revised chapter on supplemental anatomy for the general dentist and dental specialties, such as oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, prosthodontics, periodontics, and radiology, along with updated illustrations and clinical applications. In addition, an eBook version is included with print purchase, providing access to all the text, figures, and references and the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. Using a clear, accessible style, with practical Clinical Notes boxes updated to include more of a case-based approach, this book closely relates the basic science of applied anatomy to the clinical practice of dentistry and provides an excellent review for board exam preparation. Tailored content for dental practice focuses on core, need-to-know content. Regional approach to anatomy breaks down anatomical structures and body systems into easy-to-understand modules. Key cadaver dissection photographs of the head with interactive labelling clearly depict the location of anatomic structures. Review questions and answers at the end of each chapter reinforce and assess comprehension. REVISED! Chapter on clinically applied anatomy for dentists and dental specialties includes oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, prosthodontics, periodontics, and radiology. UPDATED! Clinical applications and Clinical Notes boxes provide incentive to learning and relate basic science concepts to the actual clinical practice of dentistry. NEW! An ebook version is included with print purchase, allowing access to all the text, figures, and references, as well as the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. UPDATED! Enhanced and modern illustrations visually clarify key content.

This is an invaluable book for practitioners and students alike. It is written by a wide range of distinguished contributors who have expertise in all aspects of dental practice. Readable and authoritative, subjects range from confidentiality, consent, mental disabilities and negligence, and the practical aspects of managing complaints and claims. Where differences occur, as in Scotland, these are fully explained. Developments in revalidation and continuing professional education make this a timely publication which should be readily available to every dentist and dental student. It provides clear and comprehensive guidance on key legal and ethical issues, and emphasises the standards which are now expected by patients and the profession.

Dental Practice Transition: A Practical Guide to Management, Second Edition, helps readers navigate through options such as starting a practice, associateships, and buying an existing practice with helpful information on business systems, marketing, staffing, and money management. * Unique comprehensive guide for the newly qualified dentist * Covers key aspects of practice management and the transition into private practice * Experienced editorial team provides a fresh, balanced and in-depth look at this vitally important subject * New and expanded chapters on dental insurance, patient communication, personal finance, associateships, embezzlement, and dental service organizations

This issue of Dental Clinics of North America focuses on Surgical and Medical Management of Common Oral Problems, and is edited by Dr. Harry Dym. Articles will include: Short Implants: An Answer to a Challenging Dilemma; Surgical Case Review Utilizing New Techniques to Treat a Complex Case; The Role of Platelet Rich Fibrin in the Dental Office; The Total Joint Prosthesis: Indications and Techniques; Peri-implantitis: Why and How to Manage; New Approaches to Pain Management; Botox and Fillers Review; Diagnosis and Treatment Approaches to a "Gummy Smile"; Role of Piezzo Surgery and Lasers in the Modern Dental Office; Intra-Oral Scanner, 3D Imaging and 3D Printing in the Dental Office; Recognizing Neuropathic Pain and Current Treatment Regimens; Zygomatic Implant Replacement; Update on Treatment of the Anti-Coagulation Patient and Hemostatic Agents; Growing Bone: Old and New Techniques Reviewed; Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Review for the General Dentist; and more!

The new edition of this outstanding reference textbook, in two volumes, offers comprehensive and authoritative coverage of the contemporary specialty of oral and maxillofacial surgery. The aim is to provide an all-encompassing, user-friendly source of information that will meet the needs of residents and experienced surgeons in clinical practice and will also serve as an ideal companion during preparation for board certification or recertification examinations. All of the authors, numbering some 100, are distinguished experts in the areas that they address. The new edition takes full account of the significant changes in clinical practice and guidelines that have occurred during recent years. Readers will find clear explanations of the practical application of surgical principles, with a wealth of supporting illustrative material, including atlas-type illustrations to complement the descriptions of specific procedures. The fourth edition of Peterson's Principles of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is a truly exceptional resource for clinicians and students alike.

This book provides practical strategies for dentists to effectively and confidently communicate with many dental insurance issues, as well as with their patients and members of their staff. Providing real-world examples and sample letters, the book includes specific guidance on how to handle common communication scenarios to avoid being caught off-guard or unprepared. Leadership and Communication in Dentistry begins with a unique section discussing communications with insurance companies, including negotiations, PPO contract issues, appeals letters, and more. It then includes chapters on communicating with patients, addressing how to listen to their concerns and motivate them, and staff, emphasizing how to be a better leader and institute office policies. The final section explores how dentists can use leadership and communication skills to improve their practice of dentistry. Provides concrete guidance on how dentists can confidently take the lead on conversations with dental insurance companies, their staff, and their patients Includes real-world examples of how to lead through communications Divided into sections covering communications with insurance companies, dental patients, and staff members Teaches that being mindful of proper communication and leadership skills will create a true balance for the successful dentist leader to become successful at living Leadership and Communication in Dentistry is a must-have resource for any dentist or dental student wishing to improve their communication skills.

Extensively revised and updated, this fourth edition of Physiology at a Glance continues to provide a thorough introduction to human physiology, covering a wealth of topics in a comprehensive yet succinct manner. This concise guide breaks this often complex subject down into its core components, dealing with structures of the body from the cellular level to composite systems. New to this edition are three chapters on cell signalling, thermoregulation, and altitude and aerospace physiology, as well as a glossary of terms to aid medical, dental, health science and biomedical students at all levels of their training. Featuring clear, full-colour illustrations, memorable data tables, and easy-to-read text, Physiology at a Glance is ideal as both a revision guide and as a resource to assist basic understanding of key concepts.

Early childhood caries is of significant importance to the growth and development of preschool children. Multiple studies have highlighted how the lesion, if left untreated, results in retarded growth of the child. There are multiple studies on caries in general and less of such publications on early childhood caries in comparison. Yet, the impact of early childhood caries on the life and course of child development is significant. This piece of work pooled together publications on early childhood caries around the world. It highlighted the profile, pattern and risk factors for early childhood caries for 40 countries and pulled together information on 85 of the 193 United Nations countries where there are publications on the lesion. The authors were able to draw a global map of the disease profile and develop recommendations on important next steps for the global management of this lesion. Though the first and last chapters in the book summarise the global profile of early childhood caries, the book highlights country-specific peculiarities in the risk factors and early childhood caries prevention programmes. The authors did assume the story of early childhood caries is the same across the globe. This book was developed with the guiding principle that each country needs to understand the pattern of their early childhood caries epidemic so that they can develop appropriate programmes to address the countrys needs.

Wiley-Blackwell's Clinical Cases series is designed to recognize the centrality of clinical cases to the profession by providing actual cases with an academic backbone. "Clinical Cases in Orthodontics" applies both theory and practice to real-life orthodontic cases in a clinically relevant format. This unique approach supports the new trend in case-based and problem-based learning, thoroughly covering topics ranging from Class I malocclusions to orthognathic surgery. Highly illustrated in full color, "Clinical Cases in Orthodontics"' format fosters independent learning and prepares the reader for case-based examinations.

Reflecting significant changes in the industry and the latest research in the field, this fully updated Third Edition of Rebecca Sroda's Nutrition for Dental Health provides dental hygiene and dental assisting students up-to-date, easy-to-understand coverage of basic nutrition and diet information with an emphasis on the relationship of nutrition and diet to oral health. Now in vibrant full color, this accessible and student-friendly Third Edition features up-to-date, evidence-based content, new practice-focused features, outstanding end-of-chapter and online learning tools, and enhanced instructors resources.

While dental hygiene and dental assisting students learn oral radiographic theory in the classroom, it is through laboratory practice that students perfect the skills necessary to assume professional roles. This laboratory manual challenges students to link theory with clinical practice. Designed to complement Essentials of Dental Radiography for Dental Assistants and Hygienists, 10th Edition, Exercises in Oral Radiography Techniques: A Laboratory Manual serves as a workbook to guide a student in the practice of radiographic techniques with ready-made exercises, which include mounting diagrams to attach finished radiographs and pages that allow a student to turn in assignments for instructor evaluation. Each of the student-centered activities requires minimal preparation by an instructor, and explicit directions guide independent, self-paced practice. Providing students with guided exercises that facilitate the development of dental radiographic skills, while providing instructors of oral radiology with a resource for meaningful laboratory activities, continues to be the goal of the fourth edition of Exercises in Oral Radiography Techniques: A Laboratory Manual. A thorough revision, in combination with a reorganization of topic presentation, reflects the educational recommendations of dental hygiene and dental assisting curriculum guidelines.