Friday, 1 October 2010

New Books - October 2010

Books

Quintessence Publishing, c2010.

"This authoritative atlas presents a detailed step-by-step approach to mastering the applied surgical techniques required for harvesting bone from intraoral and extraoral sites for use in both major and minor reconstructive procedures. Drawing on their many years of clinical experience, the authors guide readers to a thorough understanding of each donor site by addressing the following topics in systematic fashion: indications and contraindications; anatomy; patient positioning; surgical approach; dressings and drains; postoperative care and instructions; complications and their management; and modifications for children." From Publisher website



New York : Kaplan Publishing, c2010. 7th ed.

"Competition to enroll in dental school is at its all-time peak. As the #1 best-selling guide for dental school admissions, Kaplan DAT offers the targeted training students need to achieve a high score. The DAT, required for acceptance to all U.S. dental schools, is designed to measure general academic ability, comprehension of scientific information, and perceptual ability." From Amazon.com


Chichester, West Sussex, UK ; Ames, Iowa : Wiley-Blackwell, 2010.

"Dental implants have become one of the most popular and rapidly growing techniques for replacing missing teeth. While their predictability, functionality, and durability make them an attractive option for patients and clinicians alike, complications can arise at any stage from patient assessment to maintenance therapy." From the back cover.



New York : Oxford University Press, c2010.

"Oral complications of cancer and its management...covers topics such as oral anatomy and physiology, oral assessment and oral hygiene, as well as more common oral complications of cancer and its treatment. Surgical, radiotherapy and chemotherapy side effects are detailed in all of the chapters whilst specific problems are discussed in detail in separate chapters. Other chapters focus on oral infections, and major oral symptoms experienced by patients with cancer. In addition there are chapters addressing the needs of specific groups of patient (e.g. paediatric patients, patients with advanced cancer), and the health economic impact of oral complications." From Amazon.com

Jones and Bartlett Publishers, c2011.

"The overall goal for this book is to provide understanding that will prepare readers to be: skilled in epidemiologic, clinical-translational research approaches to oral health write complete research grants design proper studies translate their findings to practice conduct logical critique of scientific literature effectively communicate their ideas recognize the value of collaborative research interactions lead and inspire others to accomplish mutual research objectives translate their findings to practice make ethically correct decisions be sensitive and harmonious in relationships with their peers." From Amazon.com

Oral medicine and pathology at a glance / by Crispian Scully ... [et al.].
Wiley-Blackwell, c2010.

"Oral medicine and pathology at a glance is the latest title in the highly popular at a Glance series. It provides a concise and accessible introduction and revision aid. Following the familiar, easy-to-use at a Glance format, each topic is presented as a double-page spread with key facts accompanied by clear diagrams, clinical photographs, and useful quick-reference tables, encapsulating essential information."From the Back Cover.

Oxford textbook of anaesthesia for oral and maxillofacial surgery / edited by Ian Shaw, Chandra Kumar, and Chris Dodds.
Oxford ; New York : Oxford University Press, 2010.

 "Part of the Oxford Textbooks in Anaesthesia series, Oxford Textbook of Anaesthesia for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is an authoritative, evidence based textbook on oral, dental, and maxillofacial surgery. Oral, dental, and maxillofacial surgery represents one of the most common indications for anaesthesia worldwide. The anaesthetist can be called upon to provide anaesthesia for patients presenting with impacted or carious teeth, infections of the mucosa and adjacent structures, facial injuries, head and neck cancers, salivary gland disease, facial disproportion, temporomandibular joint disorders, cysts, and tumours of the jaws." From Amazon.com

Thesis
The effect of rapid palatal expander appliances on speech / by Kyle Stevens.
M.Sc.—University of Toronto, c2010.

The in vivo effects of Rac1 and Rac2 on bone quality and aging / by Herman Hung Man Thang.
M.Sc.—University of Toronto, c2010.

Intracortical microstimulation analysis of rat motor cortex following maxillary molar extraction / by Deepak Nallaswamy Veeraiyan.
M.Sc.—University of Toronto, c2010.

Investigating the process of cement line maturation on substrate surfaces with submicron undercuts / by James Chih Hsien Ko.
M.Sc.—University of Toronto, c2010.

Friday, 3 September 2010

New Books September 2010

Books
All descriptions taken from book content.

The anatomical basis of dentistry, 3rd edition / by Bernard Liebgott.
Mosby-Elsevier, c2011.

"Including highlighted content on the head and neck regions, as well as comprehensive chapters on the abdomen, thorax, and limbs, [this book] provides a complete picture of the body while emphasizing the regions most important to dentistry. A focus on applied anatomy helps you link basic science to everyday clinical practice."


Distraction osteogenesis for maxillofacial surgeons / by Joseph E. Van Sickels and Bethany L. Serafin.
Atlas of the oral and maxillofacial surgery clinics of North America, volume 16(2).
Elsevier-Saunders, 2008
"Distraction ostoegenesis is a relatively new tool that is useful to treat patients with bone and soft tissue deficiencies that may not be amenable to traditional operations...In this issue we have asked a group of innovative practitioners to share their experiences with this modality of treatment for a variety of problems encountered in the maxillofacial skeleton."

Best practice: 77 problem cases, solutions, prescriptions and laboratory tests in dental practice / by Sukran Atamer-Simsek and Yegane Guven.
Quintessence Books, c2009.

"In modern, multidisciplinary dental curricula, it is important that subjects not be taught as separate blocks but that they move towards integration. In this book, a problem-oriented approach has been used to integrate biochemistry and pharmacology for use in dental practice."

Biological mechanisms of tooth movement / by Vinod Krishnan and Ze’ev Davidovitch

"...is the comprehensive reference for trainees and specialists to the scientific background of orthodontics and more specifically, the biological responses to the application of mechanical loads. Written by an international team of expert contributors and highly illustrated throughout, this book covers key topics including bone biology, the effects of mechanical loading on tissues and cells, genetics, inflammation, tissue remodeling and the effects of diet, drugs and systemic diseases."

Bone reformation: contemporary bone augmentation procedures in oral and maxillofacial implant surgery / by Stefan Lundgren and Lars Sennerby
Quintessence Books, c2008.

"The book is the result of several years of collaboration, including clinical and experimental research focusing on the development of bone augmentation techniques and implant integration. [It] includes didactic step-by-step presentations of different techniques for augmentation in all kinds of challenging bone deficiency situations, to be used prior to, or in conjunction with, endosseous implant placement."

Concepts in dental public health, 2nd edition / by Jill Mason.
Wolters Kluwer/Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins, c2010.

Written specifically for dental hygienists, [this book] covers concepts, issues, techniques, and methods important to dental public health. With contributions form noted academics and professionals in the field, this resource comprehensively addressed the assessment of factors that affect oral health of populations and the development of policy in response to a population's needs."




Craniofacial embryogenetics and development, 2nd edition / by Geoffrey H. Sperber, Steven M. Sperber and Geoffrey Guttmann
People’s Medical Publishing House, c2010.

"This new edition adds a clinical geneticist and an anatomist to the list of authors. The book introduces the most recent genetic information on craniofacial development with updated references and a new chapter on Craniofacial Disorders with known single gene mutations. New colored illustrations have been added, and all chapters have been revised and updated."

Dental management of sleep disorders / by Ronald Attanasio and Dennis R. Bailey
Wiley-Blackwell, c2010.

"...is the first text of its kind to focus on the dentist's role in treating patients with sleep-related breathing disorders, such as obstructive sleep apnea, sleep bruxism, and snoring. A practica clinical book, [it] highlights the background to these problems, discusses the dentist's role in their diagnosis and treatment, and outlines clinical strategies and guidance"


Davidson’s principles and practice of medicine, 21st edition / by Nicki Colledge, Brian Walker and Stuart Ralston.  
Wiley-Blackwell, c2009.

"More than 2 million medical students, doctors and other health professionals from around the globe have owned a copy of Davidson's Principles and Practice of Medicine since it was first published. Today's readers rely on Davidson's to provide up-to-date detail of contemporary medical practice, presented in a style that is consice, beautifully illustrated and easy to read."


 
Fundamentals of molecular biology / by Jayanta K. Pal and Saroj S. Ghaskadbi.
Oxford University Press, c2009.
 
"The book focuses on explaning the basic concepts and techniques in molecular biology and their application thereof. Starting with the definition and role of molecular biology in the study of biotechnology, the book provides complete coverage of topics such as micro- and macro-molecules, DNA enzymes, and the concept of genomes."
 
 
Gray’s anatomy for students, 2nd edition / by Richard Drake, Wayne Vogl and Adam Mitchell.

Churchill-Livingstone-Elsevier, c2010.

"Only in its second edition, this highly popular, clinically focused textbook has made a huge impact with students worldwide. A team of authors with a wealth of diverse teachin and clinical experience has updated and revised this new edition to efficiently cover what you're learning in contemporary anatomy classes. Unique coverage of surface anatomy, correlative diagnostic images, and clinical case studies demonstrate practical applications of anatomical concepts."

Milk fluoridation for the prevention of dental caries 2009 / by J. Banoczy, P.E. Petersen and A.J. Rugg-Gunn
World Health Organization, c2009.

"Around the globe, dental caries is a public health problem and the disease burden is particularly high among under-privileged groups. In several low-income contries, the WHO anticipates that the incidence of dental caries will increase as a result of growing consumption of sugars and inadequate exposure to fluorides...substantial research has provided evidence of the effectiveness of milk fluoridation in the prevention of dental caries..."

McCraken's partial removable prosthodontics / by Alan B. Carr and David T. Brown.
Elsevier-Mosby, c2011.

"A complete guide to the treatment planning and design of removable partial dentures. Get all the information you need to successfully manage the replacement of missing teeth. This leading resource covers the basic principles of treatment planning and design, and discusses the newest techniques, procedures, and equipment."

Nutrition: concepts and controversies, 1st Canadian edition / by Frances Sizer, Ellie Whitney and Leonard Piche
Nelson Education, c2009.

"This text gives you better understanding of the phrase "you are what you eat". Previous editions...have been a cornerstone in nutrition classes across North America, serving the needs of both students and instructors to help build a healthier future."

Oral soft tissue diseases: a reference manual for diagnosis and management / by J. Robert Newland et al.

"This visually-cued manual is designed to support the diagnosis and management of oral soft tissue diseases. The lesions presented are organized by diagnostic category and arranged in convenient tabbed sections, providing a user-friendly format for busy dental practitioners. Lesions are illustrated with one or more color photographs that illustrate typical clinical features. Recommendations for patient management, sample prescriptions, and monographs for drugs commonly used in treatment are included." 

Pathways of the pulp, 10th edition / by Kenneth Hargreaves and Stephen Cohen.
Mosby, Elsevier, c2011.

"Completely updated to keep you absolutely current, this comprehensive reference remains the definative text for the classroom and clinical practice. The tenth edition offers a superb full-color design and integrates the latest evidence-based research for clinical treatments."

Pharmacology and therapeutics for dentistry, 6th edition / by John A. Yagiela et al.
Mosby-Elsevier, c2011

"Use your knowledge of pharmacology to enhance chairside care! This indispensable resource, written by the leading authorities in the field, describes how to evaluate a patient's health and optomize dental treatment by factoring in the patient's medication. It explores the basic fundamentals of pharmacology and clearly explains the actions of specific drug groups on systems in the human body."


Problem solving in Endodontics: prevention, identification, and management, 5th edition / by James A. Gutman and Paul E. Lovdahl
Elsevier-Mosby, c2011.

"Throughly revised to bring you up to date with state-of-the-art techniques, Problem Solving in Endodontics, 5th edition offers a new, evidence-based approach to the most common procedures performed at chairside. Ideal for both endodontists and general dentists, this authoritative refernce combines the precision of quality endodontic care with achievable and pain-free outcomes for the patient."

Sleep medicine for dentists: a practical overview / by Gilles J. Lavigne et al.
Quintessence Books, c2009.

This books provides a compact introduction to sleep disorders. Appropriately, many chapters focus on sleep-disordered breathing because the dentist has a potentially major role in both its recognitions and treatment.

Smile / by Raina Telgemeier.

Scholastic, c2010

"Raina just wants to be a normal sixth grader. But one night after Girl Scouts she trips and falls, severely injuring her two front teeth. What follows is a long and frustrating journey with on-again, off-again braces, surgery, emberrassing headgear, and even a retainer with fake teeth attached (!). And on top of all that, there's still more to deal with: a major earthquake, boy confusion, and friends who turn out to be not so friendly. Raina's story takes us from middle school to high school, where she discovers her artistics voice, finds out what true friendship really means and where she can finally....smile"

Thesis

(M.Sc. Thesis)--University of Toronto, 2010.

(M.Sc.Thesis)—University of Toronto, 2010

(M.Sc. Thesis)—University of Toronto, 2010

Friday, 6 August 2010

New Books August 2010

Books

All descriptions taken from book prefaces and book jackets.

Atlas of oral implantology, 3rd edition / by Pankaj P. Singh & A. Norman Cranin
Mosby Elsevier, c2010

"With more than 1500 illustrations, this edition covers key topics including diagnosis and planning, basic implant surgery, advanced implant surgery, implant prosthodontics, and implant management. Learn each step of the dental implant process, from evaluating patient suitability to maintenance and hygiene. You'll also learn to observe patients, diagnose incipient problems, institute remedial techniques for problems, and perform a wide variety of restorative modalities."

Clinician's endodontic handbook, 3rd edition / by Thom C. Dumsha & James L. Gutmann
Lexi-Comp, c2009

"[This book] serves as a fully-illustrated guide to current issues in endodontic therapy. The latest techniques, materials, and procedures are presented in a concise, easy-to-use format ideal for clinical settings. Designed to fill the voic between theory and practice, the Clinician's Endodontic Handbook is a must-have reference for all dental practitioners with an interest in the rapidly expanding field of endodontics."

Contemporary peridontal surgery: An illustrated guide to the art behind the science / by Geoffrey Bateman, Shuva Saha, & Iain L.C. Chapple
Quintessence, c2007
"This book aims to provide an evidence-based and highly illustrative approach to a comprehensive repertoire of surgical procedures, including: basic principles, resective surgery, regenerative techniques and periodontal/peri-implant plastic surgery. It emphasises the importance of case selection and microsurgical instrumentation. The distinction between periodontal and other forms of oral surgery are made, principally that in periodontal surgery, the contour and quality of the tissues post-operatively is vital to longer term success and therefore careful soft tissues management is pivotal."


Dentistry for the child and adolescent, 9th edition / by Jeffrey A. Dean, David R. Avery, et al.
Mosby Elsevier, c2011

"A leading text in pediatric dentistry, this complete reference provdies expert coverage of oral care for infants, children, and teenagers. All the latest diagnostic and treatment recommendations are included. Comprehensive discussions are provided on pediatric examination, development, morphology, eruption of the teeth, and dental caries."



Wiley-Blackwell, c2010.


Mosby Elsevier, c2010

"With special consideration for the concerns of today's dental office, this book's straightforward approach leads you through expanding your training and practice to ensure excellent care in every step of the dental implant process."





Implant laboratory procedures: A step-by-step guide / by Carl Drago & Thomas Peterson
Wiley-Blackwell, c2010

"[This book] provides its readers with a systematic and practical approach to the common dental laboratory procedures associated with implant restorative dentistry. Written with laboratory technicians and restorative dentists in mind, the book is organized by case type, taking common case scenarios and devoting a separate chapter to each one in turn, demonstrating each step of the laboratory procedures required for the implant restorations."


The official patient's sourcebook on Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome / by James N. Parker & Philip M. Parker
ICON Health, c2002

"Originally created for physicians and other healthcare providers, this Sourcebook has been revised and updated for non-professionals wishing to pursue self-directed research. To make advanced sources more accessible to a general audience, each chapter provides background information, glossaries, specific references and directory information."




PDQ endodontics, 2nd edition / by John I. Ingle
People's Medical Publishing, c2009

"[This book] provides a conversational atlas of endodontic therapy with thorough coverage of access, cleaning and shaping, and filling of the root canal system. In full color, pertinent information is supported by hundreds of figures, radiographs, and illustrations. By abridiging his major text, Dr. Ingle has provided readers with concise, understandable information to cover diagnosis and treatment of endodontics."



Radiology for the dental professional, 9th edition / by Herbert H. Frommer & Jeanine J. Stabulas-Savage
Mosby Elsevier, c2011

"A great introduction for students...A great reference for practicing dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants!"

 
 
 
 
Research writing in dentistry / by J. Anthony von Fraunhofer
Wiley-Blackwell, c2010
 
"This book provides readers with a uniquely practical guide to selecting, designing, and writing up a research project. Of particular use to both pre- and post-doctoral dental students, this is a no-nonsense guide that presents concrete advice and information that can be absorbed quickly and effectively. By asking simple questions, this useful book enables readers to develop, analyze and present a program of research work."
 
 
 
C.W. Daniel, c2000
 
s book has long been awaited by professionals - a complete, modern, practical and usable book on the application of homeopathy to oral medicine, general history and oral surgery...The first and lesser part of the book is a basic introduction to the principles of homoeopathy. The second and greater part is in encyclopaedic form, being a combined therapeutic index of orofacial disease and materia medica of virtually all the therapeutic substances mentioned in the text."
 
Thesis
 
Thesis (M.Sc.)—University of Toronto, 2010.

Monday, 5 July 2010

New Books July 2010

Books


All descriptions taken from book prefaces and book jackets.

 
Bruxism: Theory and Practice / by Daniel A. Paesani (ed.).
Quintessence, c2010
"This evidence-based comprehensive volume on bruxism provides answers to many questions arising to many questions arising in everyday dental practice. Researchers, students, and specialists will benefit from the in-depth analysis of the subject and the extensive, up-to-date bibliographies."
Churchill Livingstone Elsevier, c2008
"This book commences with a practical discussion of the role of history and examination followed by a detailed explanation of the investigations commonly used in clinical practice. The volume then provides a step-by-step guide to the diagnosis and management of a series of conditions ranging from disorders of tooth development, caries, pulpitis, periodontitis and other infections, to pigmented lesions, salivary gland disease and oral cancer. Systemic diseases such as leukaemias, HIV, and allergy are also discussed in relation to oral healthcare as well as topics of special interest such as the management of pain and anxiety, complications of systemic drug treatment and medical emergencies."
 
Dental Materials: Clinical Applications for Dental Assistants & Dental Hygienists, 2nd Edition / by Carol Dixon Hatrick, W. Stephan Eakle, & William F. Bird.
Saunders Elsevier, c2011

"Written especially for dental assistants and dental hygienists, this unique and user-friendly, hands-on resource helps you understand the most current methods of placing and assisting in the placement of dental materials and how to instruct patients in the maintenance. [This book] uses step-by-step procedures to show how to mix, use, and apply dental materials within the context of the patient's course of treatment."



Dental Materials Guide / by Donna J. Phinney & Judy H. Halstead.
Delmar Cengage Learning, c2009

"From amalgam to zinc oxide eugenol, the Dental Materials Guide provides a quick reference for the uses and properties of materials commonly found in dental practice. This essential resource can be used during clinicals and labs, and is also a handy study tool for examinations."




Dental Practice: Get in the Game / by Micheal Okuji (ed.)
Quintessence, c2010

"The single most important step in a career in dentistry is to serve the public by establishing your first practice. It is an action that creates the possibility for professional growth and personal fulfillment. Thus, I focused on two major goals in writing this book: (1) Preparing senior dental students and recent graduates for entry into the practice of dentistry, and (2) providing relevant information in an easily accessible format...Thois book is meant for true beginners in the business of dentistry."

dentEssentials High Yield NBDE Part 1 Review, 3rd Edition / by Micheal S. Manley, Leslie D. Manley, et al.

Kaplan, c2009
"[This book] is an all-in-one reference book for first- and second-year dental students. Use this comprehensive guide to ensure success on NBDE. With more than 80 teeth illustrations, dentEssentials integrates important information across various disciplines in one place, allowing for a complete and comprehensive understanding of any given topic presented on the exam."

Essentials of Microbiology for Dental Students, 2nd Edition / by J. Bagg, T.W. MacFarlane, et al.
Oxford, c2006

"[This book] covers the core knowledge and information on microbiology and infectious diseases required by those practising in clinical dentistry. Aimed at dental students, the book will also prove to be a valuable revision aid for those studying for postgraduate clinical qualifications, and as a reference text for practising dentists."


Esthetics in Implantology: Strategies for Soft and Hard Tissue Therapy / by Jose Barnardes das Neves.
Quintessence, c2010

"This book concentrates on the anatomical an coluristic details in the topography of the hard and soft tissues of the intra and estra oral characteristics of patients who have lost a minor or major part of their maxillofacial personality."
Radcliffe, c2010

"The parallel aims of a dental practice are to deliver excellent patient care through highly-trained and motivated employees and to maximize income and profit...So why Genghis Khan? Although some in the West see him in negative terms, the Mongol leader created one of the world's greatest empires. His hugely successful strategies included intelligence gathering, understanding his rivals' motivations, being quick to learn and to adopt new technologies and ideas, and successful people management...This 'how-to...' book on survival and empire-building in the dentistry business is ideal for anyone who owns, aspires to own, or is involved in managing a practice."

Oral Anatomy, Histology and Embryology, 4th Edition / by B.K.B Berkovitz, G.R. Holland, & B.J. Moxham.
Mosby Elsevier, c2009

"The new edition of this noew classic book continues to provide dental students with all of the information required to ensure a complete understanding of oral anatomy, histology and embryology as they relate to dental practice. Fully updated throughout, [this book] now contains 1100 images, many perviously unpublished, and has expanded sections on clinical applications, tooth morphology and a completely new chapter on the effects of ageing on orodental tissues."

Oral and General Health Promotion for Children: A Holistic Approach / by Ayse Basak Cinar.
VDM Verlag Dr. Mueller, c2009

"This book provides further evidence that children's general and oral health are interrelated by common lifestyle and family factors, and both should be supported by holistic health promotion strategies and empowerment of families to adopt healthy lifestyles, both in economically developing and developed countries. This book should be especially useful to researchers, professionals in dentistry and medicine, policy makers, and anyone else involved in provision of better health to community."

Orofacial Pain: From Basic Science to Clinical Management, 2nd Edition / by Sessle, Barry J., Lavigne, Gilles J, et al. (eds.)
Quintessence, c2008


"Some of the most common pains occur in the orofacial region. Because this region of the body has special importance in eating, drinking, speech, and the expression of our feelings, pain occuring in this region has particular significance to the orofacial pain patient. The effect of chronic orofacial pain on a patient is particularly serious because it can be associated with emotional, psychologic, and social disturbances that compromise the patient's quality of life and well-being...Thus, there is a rapidly growing interest in the field of orofacial pain...The philosophy of this second edition remains true to that of its predecessor, namely to provide a based synthesis of the topic of orofacial pain through a translational bridging from molecules and celluar mechanisms to diagnostic and management approaches."

Oxford Handbook of Clinical Dentistry, 5th edition / by Laura Mitchell & David A. Mitchell.
Oxford, c2009

"It's here! The fifth edition of the bestselling pocket guide to clinical dentistry. Not in full colour throughout, with images coordinated to the text, this edition is full of new information, including a new chapter on professionalism and communication, plus new material on practice management, and orthodontics...This book is an essential purchase for dental students, and anyone involved in the care of dental patients."
Wolters Kluwer Lippencott William & Wilkins, c2010

"This textbook guides dental hygiene students through the process of patient assessment, covering both the actual physical assessment and effective patient communication. All skills presented in the book are detailed in a highly visual, step-by-step style - a unique and effective approach in the dental hygiene market."
 

Konigshausen & Neumann, c2009.

The SAC Classification in Implant Dentistry / by A. Dawson, S. Chen, et al.
Quintessence, c2009

"Over the last 30 years, the development of new technologies and advances in clinical procedures have led to a steady integration of implant dentistry into daily practice. Dental professionals have had to broaden their range of skills in order to provide patients with the highest standard care. Education, however, has placed little emphasis on the identification of the degree of complexity and risk involved in individual procedures...In response to this situation, the ITI has formalized a system of classification for dental implant procedures to support clinicians at every level of expertise and experience."

Saunders Review of Dental Hygiene / by Margaret J. Fehrenbach & Jane Weiner.
Saunders Elsevier, c2009

"[This book] is the perfect tool for studying for the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination. Each chapter begins with a brief description of what will be discussed followed by text organized in a modern outline format with accompanying clinical case studies. The chapters end with review questions followed by the answers and rationales explaining the why behind the how. The conbination of clinical studies and multiple-choice questions encourages you to apply basic dental hygiene knowledge and experience to answer the questions and prepare full for the exam."

Thesis

Retrospective review of reports of non-surgical paresthesia in dentistry / by Andrew S. Gaffen
Thesis (M.Sc.)—University of Toronto, 2010.



Thursday, 3 June 2010

New Books June 2010

Books


All descriptions taken from book prefaces and book jackets.


All the right moves: The definitive guide for integrating dental team ergonomics, treatment room technology; auxiliary utilization, & office design / by Risa Pollack-Simon.
PennWell, c2002.


"This book includes a vast amount of material that can apply to the new dentist and team, as well as to the experienced one! A must read when considering new construction, a remodel, or the integration of new technologies."




Applied pharmacology for the dental hygienist, 6th edition / by Elena Bablenis Haveles.
Mosby Elsevier, c2011
 "Easy to read and easy to follow, this practical text provides an understanding of the basic principles of pharmacology. It covers the most common drugs that you'll encounter in clinical practice, including the drugs a patient may already be taking and the drugs prescribed by the dentist. A logical and consistent organization makes it easy to look up drug group indications, pharmacokinetics, pharmacologic effects, adverse reactions, drug interactions, and dosages."








Atlas of craniomaxillofacial osteosynthesis: Microplates, miniplates, and screws, 2nd edition / by Franz Haerle, et al.
Thieme, c2009.


"Now in a long-awaited second edition, this groundbreaking atlas of osteosynthesis in craniomaxillofacial and oral surgery has been fully updated to reflect new techniques, applications, instruments, and materials. Illustrated in detailed, highly instructive full-color drawings, the book covers key advances in craniomaxillofacial and oral surgery, inclusing the use of resorbable plates and scarews, modern techniques of bone distraction, and the advanced treatment of trauma and congenital deformities."



Barron's DAT, Dental Admission Test, 2nd edition / by Richard A. Lehman, et al.
Barron's, c2009.


"Review of all test topics, including biology, chemistry, and organic chemistry, as well as testing for perceptual ability, reading comprehension, and quantitative reasoning."








Basic guide to dental materials / by Carmen Scheller-Sheridan.
Wiley-Blackwell, c2010.

"The book includes coverage of all basic dental materials and their uses as well as manufacturer examples for each, step-by-step illustrated guidance as to the proper manipulation of materials, instructions on the four-handed delivery of dental materials and relebant instruments, and much more."





Wiley-Blackwell, c2010.


"Written in a clear and accessible style, chapters cover such key topics as patient assessment, adult resuscitation, respiratory and cardiac disorders, paediatric emergencies, emergency equipment, and law and ethics."





Cecil Medicine, 23rd edition / by Lee Goldman & Dennis Ausiello (eds).
Saunders Elsevier, 2008

"If you aren't getting your medical information from Cecil Medicine, it's time for you to start. This 23rd edition is quite simply the fastest and best place to find all of the clinical answers you need!













Change your smile, 4th edition / by Ronald E. Goldstein, et al.
Quintessence, c2009.


"Your smile is the first thing people notice about you. An engaging appealing smile and the confidence it brings create a positive energy that infuses everything you do - but an unattractive smile can do just the opposite...[This book] has everything you need to know to get the smile you've always dreamed of."








Clinical research in oral health / by William V. Giannobile, Brian A. Burt & Robert J. Genco. Wiley-Blackwell, c2010.

"[This book] surveys the essentials of clinical research in oral health, anchoring these  principles within the specific context of dental science. Using fully explicated examples from clinical research and a thorough survey of existing protocols, the editors have created an accessible handbook for translational research speficifcally tailored to the needs of the dental investigator. The book addresses key research questions exclusively applicable to dentistry and oral health and serves as a comprehensive guide to key principles and practices of oral health clinical research."



Saunders Elsevier, c2011.

"The updated third edition provides clear, full-color clinical photos and practical instructions covering a wide range of implant challenges."





Concise encyclopedia of periodontology / by David C. Vandersall.
Blackwell-Munksgaard, c2007.


"[This book] offers an indispensable guide to the terminology, technical vocabulary, classic clinical cases, and literature of periodontology. A concise, succinct, and portable adjunct to traditional textbooks, it enables readers to search the literature by cross-referencing terms to classic and modern sources and to review specific areas of the subject, easily guiding them through the mass of periodontology sources."






Dental implants: The art and science, 2nd edition / by Charles A. Babbush, et al.
Saunders Elsevier, c2011


"With over 1600 full color clinical photographs and line drawings, 20 new chapters, and complete coverage on the business of implants and medical legal issues, this second edition will take your practice to the next level. It's an all-in-one resource for surgical and prosthetic techniques and the latest on guided surgery, cone-beam CT scanning, and the treatment of complications and failures."








Handbook of dental care: Diagnostic, preventive and restorative services / by Jose C. Taggart, (ed.).
Nova, c2009.


"This book focuses on new research in dentistry practices. Dentistry is the known evaluation, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders and conditions of the oral cavity, maxillofacial area and the adjacent and associated structures and their impact on the human body...Many oral diseases and abnormalities can indicate systemic, neural, or other diseases. Research on these and other issues related to dental care are discusses in this new book."


Handbook of orthodontics / by Martin Cobourne & Andrew T. Di Biase.
Mosby Elseview, c2010.

"[This book] provides readers with a firm understanding of malocclusion and its management, whilst addressing current controversies in modern orthodontics by taking an evidence-based approach to clinical practice. Richly illustrated and in full colour throughout..."





L’Harmattan, c2010.









CD-ROMs

Barron's DAT, Dental Admission Test / by Richard A. Lehman, et al.
Barron's, c2009.




THESIS
Elucidating the role of integrin-extracellular matrix protein interactions in regulating osteoclast activity / by Azza Gramoun.
Thesis (Ph.D.)—University of Toronto, 2010.


Evaluation of an in situ formed bioresorbable membrane and hyperbaric oxygen on bone regeneration using alloplastic bone substitutes in critical sized rabbit calvarial defects / by Craig Curtis Humber.
Thesis (M.Sc.)—University of Toronto, 2010.