Friday 3 December 2010

New Books - November/December 2010

Books

Biomechanics in orthodontics : principles and practice / by Ram S. Nanda and Yahya S. Tosun.
Quintessence International, c2010


"This book is written with the purpose of introducing a student of orthodontics to the evolving technology, material properties, and mechanical principles involved in designing orthodontic appliances." (from book preface)

Blackwell Munksgaard, c2008.

"...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". (from back cover)


Case Reports in Pediatric Dentistry / by Evert van Amerongen, Maddelon de Jong-Lenters, et al.
Quintessence, c2009

"Books of case reports have been published in several dental specializations. In addition, many dental journals include case reports, which often make the journal more attractive to read. However, there was still a requirement for a concise book of case reports in pediatric dentistry. This book describes 16 cases, with more than 300 illustrations, on a number of problems encountered in the treatment of children, and how the authors solved them." (from back cover).

Color atlas of anatomy : a photographic study of the human body, 7th edition / by Johannes W. Rohen et al.
Wolters Kluwer – Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, c2011

"New to the 7th edition: revised and expanded introductory chapter; new clinical images; updated design including new chapter icons; user-friendly comprehensive subject index..." (from back cover)

Dental materials research / by Haden D. Kaminski and Easton A. DuPois, editors
Nova, 2009.


A dictionary of Dentistry / by Robert Ireland

Oxford University Press, c2010.

"This brand new dictionary defines all the important terms used in dentistry today in clear and concise language. it is an essential reference work for dental practitioners and students, and also a valuable resource for all members of the dental team, medical practitioners, lawyers involved with the dental profession, and the general public". (from back cover)


Ein judisches Professorenschicksal zwischen Hamburg und London / by Carmen C. Hohmann
Lit, c2009
German text on the life of Professor Der Zahnmediziner Hans Jacob Turkheim (1889-1955).


Manual of oral histology and oral pathology : Color atlas and text / by Maji Jose.

CBS Publishers & Distributors Pvt. Ltd. , 2006.

"First practical manual of oral histology and oral pathology with hand drawn histology and histopathology diagrams and photomicrographs." (from back cover) 

Orthodontics & paediatric dentistry, second edition / by Declan Millett and Richard Welbury
Churchill Livingstone-Elsevier, 2010.

"The latest edition of this popular book continues to provide a highly visual step-by-step guide to the practical management of a wide variety of presentations seen in clinical practice. Containing over 250 high-quality photographs, illustrations and tables..." (from back cover)


Salivary glands : development, apadtations and diseases / by A.S. Tucker and I. Miletich
Karger, c2010.

"This publication highlights specific aspects of salivary gland development, investigating the mechanisms involved in ebryonic development, the current research in stem cells, the ability of adult glands to regenerate and the signalling pathways involved in this process. Key stages of salivary gland development, moving from initiation to differentiation of the glands, are discussed, as well as unusual adaptations, ranging from making silk to making venom. The book finally provides new data on surgical techniques and diagnostic tools for clinicians involved in salivary gland disorders." (from back cover)


Thesis

Dental treatment workload and cost of newly enrolled personnel in the Canadian Forces : a study of the 2007 and 2008 recruit population / by Constantine Batsos.
Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Toronto, c2010.