Monday 11 February 2013

New Books - February 2013

e-Books

Wiley-Blackwell, 2012

"This is an important new resource on the clinical interactions between the practice of orthodontics and other areas of clinical dentistry and medicine. Focusing on patient-centred care, the book integrates the knowledge, skills and experience of many different dental and medical disciplines to help orthodontists arrive at an accurate diagnosis and a comprehensive treatment plan" Taken from publisher's description
Wiley-Blackwell, 2012

"This is a major new work dedicated to the increasingly prominent area of adult orthodontics. Written by renowned contributors from the orthodontic community and beyond, and compiled by a world-class editor, it provides an authoritative resource on the subject, marrying together clinical guidance with a thorough evaluation of the evidence base." Taken from publisher's description


Advanced operative dentistry : a practical approach / edited by David Ricketts, David Bartlett.

Elsevier, 2011

"Advanced Operative Dentistry: A Practical Approach is a brand new volume that addresses the use of fixed prosthodontics in a single handy reference source. Prepared by editors and contributors of international renown, this volume places unique emphasis on the biological basis of effective treatment planning by describing the diagnosis, aetiology, risk assessment and preventive management of diseases and disorders and how these factors are integral to predictable long-term patient outcomes." Taken from publisher's description



John Wiley & Sons, 2012.

"This book provides its readers with a structured approach to decision-making and case management in oral rehabilitation. It is built around actual patient cases from simple prosthodontics to complex full-mouth reconstructions, demonstrating a formal process by which a diagnosis and treatment plan is reached. Grounded firmly in evidence-based principles, the book also includes a chapter on literature searching in dentistry, which is critical for acquiring a knowledge-base for informed decisions in clinical treatment". Taken from publisher's description





Wiley-Blackwell, 2011.

"Practical Osseous Surgery in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry is a step-by-step manual that guides readers through osseous surgery procedures for treating periodontal issues as well as for ensuring proper anchorage of dental implants. Dibart and Dibart use hundreds of color photographs and succinct text to illustrate and explain the most recent advances and techniques for creating the ideal bone structure for each patient." Taken from publisher's description





Books

Implant dentistry at a glance / by J. Malet et al.
Wiley-Blackwell, c2012.

"This latest title in the popular at a Glance series provides a concise and accessible introduction and refresher on all aspects of implant dentistry." Taken from back cover





Wheatmark, c2011.

"Any professional practice transition activity--whether buying, selling, or associating--is one of the most important events that will happen in your professional career. Dental Practice Transitions Handbook will provide you with the answers to basic questions when considering any transition."
Taken from forward.

Treating the Dental Patient with a Developmental Disorder / edited by K. A. Raposa and  S. P. Perlman
Wiley-Blackwell, c2012.  

"Treating the Dental Patient with a Developmental Disorder provides a basic understanding of patients with developmental and intellectual disorders and offers help in communicating with and treating these patients." Taken from back cover.              








ADA/PDR Guide to Dental Therapeutics 5th ed.  / American Dental Association

American Dental Association : Physicians Desk Reference Inc., c2009.

"This essential resource for today's busy dental practice features two clear, concise tables in each chapter, one for drug interactions and the other for prescribing information. This updated reference guides dentists in making the best medication decisions for their practices.


Evidence-Based Clinical Orthodontics / edited by Peter G. Miles, Daniel J. Rinchuse, and Donald J. Rinchuse
Quintessence Publishing Co., c2012.  

"With the exponential growth of information in today's world, how does the busy orthodontist evaluate evidence that will affect his or her practice? This book was conceived out of a need for evidence regarding relevant clinical topics and ongoing controversies in orthodontics." Taken from Preface.               


Comprehensive prevetive dentistry / edited by H. Limeback
Wiley-Blackwell, c2012

 "[This book] provides a user-friendly resource that brings together information on the scientific basis and clinical practice of all aspects of preventive dentistry. This thorough and all-encompassing resource offers techniques and strategies for maintaining excellent oral health in patients through a regimen of preventive measures" Taken from back cover            



Thomas W. Evans (1823-1897) le dentiste de Napoleon III / by Henri Lamendin
L'Harmattan, 2012.      


Mosby's dental drug reference, 10th edition / Arthur H. Jeske.
Eslevier-Mosby , c2012.

"This tenth edition of Mosby's Dental Drug Reference continues Mosby-Elsevier's tradition of providing comprehensive and current information on prescription drugs and recommendations for the care of the dental patients who take them. Taken from Preface                






Drug information handbook for dentistry, 18th edition / Richard L. Wynn, Timothy F. Meiller, Harold L. Crossley.
Lexicomp, c2012  

"Updates to this edition include: 51 new drug monographs, updated oral medicine topics; updated samples prescriptions; updated appendix information". Taken from back cover
Oxford University Press, 2012.
The ultimate compact guide to dental nursing, this handbook provides an essential aid to both trainee and qualified dental nurses. Designed as a quick-reference book, this text is a perfect companion for dental nurses wishing to revise their basic knowledge, brush up on core themes and principles, or simply refresh their knowledge before undertaking a specific task." Taken from back cover
Omnigraphics, 2012.

"Dental care and oral health sourcebook offers updated information about mouth and tooth care guidelines for effective hygiene, nutrition, and decay prevention. Facts about tooth pain, dental fillings, orthodontia, cosmetic procedures, root canals and other endodontic treatments, and dental implants are described...This book concludes with guidelines for finding and financing dental care, a glossary of dental care terms, and directories with further information about dental care and oral health services." Taken from back cover

Quintessence Publishing, 2008




CD-ROMs

Eslevier-Mosby , c2012