Monday, 30 November 2015

New Books - December 2015

eBooks

Check out the new book co-edited by Dentistry faculty member Dr. Anil Kishen (which has not yet been added to the UTL catalogue):

The root canal biofilm / edited by L.E. Chavez de Paz, C.M. Sedgley, and A. Kishen
Springer Series on Biofilms
Volume 9, 2015

"This book presents the current state of research on the basic scientific aspects of root canal biofilm biology within a clinically applicable context. Root canal biofilms are complex polymicrobial structures adhering to the root canal surface that are formed by microorganisms invading the pulpal space of teeth, and are associated with persistent root canal infections. Concerted efforts to study root canal biofilms have been made in the past decade, resulting in the publication of observational and experimental studies that detail the morphology and biology of these structures in infected root canals. In addition to confirming that bacteria in root canals do not exist in free-floating planktonic states as previously assumed, this new information on root canal biofilm infections has provided an opportunity to re-evaluate conventional clinical protocols and improve endodontic therapeutic measures."

Check out new ScienceDirect eBooks that we gained access to in July, August, September, October and November 2015. Books

Where there is no dentist / by M. Dickson, R. Bebermeyer and M. Hobdell
Hesperian Foundation, 2012
Stacks RK61 .D54 2012Y

"Community health workers, educators, and individuals from around the world use Where There is No Dentist to help people care for their teeth and gums. This book's broad focus makes it an invaluable resource. The author uses straightforward language and careful instructions to explain how to: examine patients, diagnose common dental problems, make and use dental equipment, use local anesthetics, place fillings, and remove teeth. This updated edition features new information on how HIV affects the care of teeth and gums, as well as updated information about medications, infection prevention, and safe waste disposal. This book is an important companion to Where There is No Doctor." Taken from back of book


Orthodontic pearls : a selection of practical tips and clinical expertise, 2nd edition / edited by E. Mizrahi
CRC Press, 2015
Stacks RK521 .O78 2015Y

"The administration and running of an orthodontic practice are not often taught extensively or formally in most schools. This books fills that gap by providing tips, techniques, and practical hints to assist in everything from diagnosis and the use of appliances to patient management and marketing. Much of the information in this book comes from experience as well as lectures, courses, and journals. This second edition has been revised and expanded to cover:
  • Digital advances in photography and radiology
  • Digital intraoral scanning
  • Lingual orthodontic treatments
  • Temporomandibular joint disturbances
  • Temporary anchorage devices
  • Impacted canines
  • Interdisciplinary treatment
  • Risk management
  • Marketing of the orthodontic practice
  • The expanded orthodontic team
  • Continuing education and its relevance to orthodontic practice" Taken from back cover

Elsevier, 2016
Stacks RK685 .L37 P75 2016Y

"Expand your skills in the rapidly growing field of laser dentistry! With vivid clinical photos and easy-to-follow writing, Dr. Robert A. Convissar and his team of dental experts walk you through everything you need to know about the latest laser procedures across all areas of dentistry. Coverage includes the most common uses of lasers in areas like: non-surgical, surgical, and regenerative periodontics, oral pathology, implantology, fixed and removable prosthetics, cosmetic procedures, endodontics, operative dentistry, pediatrics, orthodontics, and oral and maxillofacial surgery. Topics such as the history of lasers in dentistry, laser research, the latest laser equipment, and how to go about incorporating lasers into your practice are also incorporated, ensuring you are fully prepared to use lasers in practice. 
  • NEW! Updated content on regenerative laser periodontal therapy, laser periodontal therapy, lasers in implant dentistry, lasers in restorative dentistry, low-level lasers in dentistry, and laser dentistry research
  • NEW! More clinical photos, equipment photos, and conceptual illustrations
  • The latest evidence-based, authoritative information, written by experts from all areas of dentistry
  • Case studies reflecting treatment planning and the use of lasers for a variety of pathologies
  • Detailed, full-colour art program" Taken from back cover
Also available online


Pickard's guide to minimally invasive operative dentistry, 10th edition / by A. Banerjee and T.F. Watson
Oxford University Press, 2015
Stacks RK501 .B35 2015Y

"Written in an easy to understand and concise style, the authors introduce the essentials of dental disease before outlining how to collect patient information in order to detect, diagnose, plan, and deliver care. Exploring key topics such as disease prevention and control, the principles of minimally invasive operative dentistry, contemporary restorative materials, and procedures, this completely up-to-date revised edition integrates a thorough academic grounding for degree examination with essential preparation for clinical practice for the whole oral healthcare team. Illustrated with step-by-step colour photos, common clinical procedures are clearly illustrated and labelled for beginners to learn. The tenth edition has been updated to reflect the latest evidence based guidelines for preventive management and there is a focus on maintaining existing restorations and follow up/long term care." Taken from back cover



Fundamentals of implant dentistry : prosthodontic principles, volume 1 / edited by J. Beumer III, R.F. Faulker, K.C. Shah, and P.K. Moy

Quintessence Publishing Co, Inc., 2015
Stacks RK667 .I45 F86 2015X v.1

"Some maintain that the concept of restoring missing dentition with osseointegrated implants has had a greater impact on the practice of dentistry than any new technology introduced during the last half century, and we are inclined to agree. These implant systems enable teams of restorative dentists and surgeons to restore functional and esthetic deficits with a degree of success only dreamed of prior to their introduction. However, in order to achieve this high level of predictability, the implant team must be aware of factors that predispose to their failure as well as a successful outcome. In this text, we have attempted to make the reader aware of the limits of this technology and provide a prescription for the clinician, or a formula if you will, that will ensure the highest degree of success.


In recent years, it has been acknowledged that implant dentistry is driven by the prosthodontic needs of the patient, and so this volume of our two-volume series is dedicated to implant prosthodontics. Although this textbook is devoted to designing and fabricating implant-retained prostheses, we have also attempted to indicate when conventional approaches (tooth-supported fixed partial dentures, removable partial dentures, and the restoration of diseased teeth with endodontic therapy and conventional restorative procedures) should be considered. We have also attempted to provide prosthodontic perspectives of the most commonly employed surgical procedures used to facilitate the bone and soft tissues of the potential implant sites that have evolved during the last 30 years." Taken from Preface, viii


Mosby's textbook of dental nursing, 2nd edition / edited by M. Miller and C. Scully
Mosby Elsevier, 2015
Stacks RK60.5 .S38 2015Y

"Richly illustrated in stunning full colour throughout, this new volume builds on the success of the previous edition and covers everything you need to know to get through your exams safely with the minimum of stress. Prepared in a 'no nonsense,' easy-to-read fashion, Mosby's Textbook of Dental Nurshing, second edition, covers the A-Z of the latest curriculum and contains an array of helpful 'pull out' boxes and other learning features to help you recall key facts. Fully updated with the latest information on legislation and professional practice - including the appropriate use of Social Media - this volume includes updated and new information on anatomy, charting, drug allergy, governance and care of minority and vulnerable groups. Additional features include:
  • Gray's Anatomy artwork helps clarify human structure and function
  • Over 150 photographs further bring the subject to life
Prepared by leading authorities in the field, Mosby's Textbook of Dental Nursing, second edition is ideal for candidates sitting the National Diploma, as well as serving as a ready reference for fully qualified dental nurses and all GDC registrants." Taken from back cover


Lexicomp, 2013
Stacks RK56 .I45 2013Y

"The Illustrated Handbook of Clinical Dentistry, 3rd Edition, uniquely summarized the essential principles and procedures necessary to support efficient diagnosis and treatment of dental patients. Students and clinicians alike will benefit from the compilation of varied dental topics, ranging from anesthesia methods to radiographic abnormalities. This is an indispensable resource for every dental professional. 

Updates to this edition:
  • Enhanced and updated Emergency Medicine section
  • Implant prosthetics added
  • Updated oral cancer screening techniques
  • New images for common radiographic lesions
Features
  • Includes current diagnostic tools and other technologies that will help keep dentists current in practice
  • Over 200 full-colour photographs, radiographs, and illustrations
  • Formatted for ease-of-use with 14 tabbed chapters
  • Sample prescriptions for infections, ulcerations, and commonly prescribed medications" Taken from back cover

Elsevier Mosby, 2016
Stacks RK651 .F86 2016Y

"Access and manage occlusion problems with confidence! This comprehensive reference provides a full-colour guide to occlusion, with coverage ranging from an explanation of biological principles to treatment planning and clinical procedures. Edited by internationally renowned prosthodontics experts Iven Klineberg and Steven Eckert, it will help you treat occlusion conditions and TMJ disorders safely and effectively. 
  • An easy-to-read, easy access format presents the newest evidence-based clinical research on occlusion.
  • Nearly 300 full-colour photographs and illustrations depict occlusal conditions, principles, and treatment.
  • A world-renowned team of expert contributors offers practical insights gained from years of clinical research and experience.
  • Summary tables, key points boxes, and helpful hints and tips make it easier to access and manage occlusal issues and TMJ problems. Taken from back cover

Wiley Blackwell, 2016
Stacks RK305 .F54 2015Y

This book "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 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 to help test your understanding" Taken from back cover

Foundations of periodontics for the dental hygienist, 4th edition / by J.S. Gehrig and D.E. Willmann
Wolters Kluwer, 2016
Stacks RK361 .F675 2016X

"This proven book offers up-to-date, evidence-based coverage of periodontal anatomy, the periodontal disease process, and classifications of periodontal disease in an easy-to-use, easy-to-reference outline format. Throughout this book, the author focuses on the hygienist's role in periodontal therapy and provides a wide range of features that will help you apply what you learn to real-world patient care situations.

Key features:
  • Five Comprehensive Patient Cases in Chapter 36--two brand-new to this edition--include clinical photos, radiographs, and periodontal charts to help you develop practice skills as you apply and integrate content from the entire book to patient periodontal care planning.
  • Hundreds of full color illustrations and clinical photographs visually reinforce chapter content.
  • A Focus on Patients feature helps you to apply chapter content in the context of clinical periodontal care.
  • New Evidence in Action features help you apply current evidence-based research findings to clinical patient care.
  • New Ethical Dilemmas features help you apply the difficult concept of legal/ethical issues to the patient care setting." Taken from back cover


Minimally invasive esthetics / edited by A. Banerjee
Essentials of Esthetic Dentistry series, Volume 3
Elsevier, 2015



"Richly illustrated in full colour throughout, this beautiful volume guides readers through the key issues of tooth structure preservation relating to MI dentistry and includes a detailed discussion of dental bleaching, the use of adhesive resin composite restorations to re-constitute teeth effectively and the use of MI techniques for replacing missing teeth, both directly and indirectly. Throughout this book, emphasis is given to the importance of tooth preservation and maintenance of pulp vitality, effective communication between the dentist, the oral healthcare team and the patient to ensure the patient's and team's expectations are appreciated, managed and met. Additional features include:
  • Clearly written chapters, many containing real-life clinical cases
  • Offers a highly visual, practical approach in a unique series format
  • Designed to strengthen, enhance and expand the scope of professional MI dental practice 
Whether you are newly qualified or an experienced dental practitioner, this volume will be ideal for skill enhancement and is designed for use throughout the world." Taken from back cover

Monday, 2 November 2015

News Books - November 2015

eBooks

A number of our new books are only available electronically, as eBooks

eBooks are available from several different publishers. A list of all of the publishers that offer Dentistry eBooks can be found here. You can follow the links on this page to each publisher's website to search for new titles.

For example, search eBrary to see if your favourite titles are now available, or check this sample search to see the latest Dentistry titles.


Books

Contemporary fixed prosthodontics, 5th edition / by. S.F. Rosenstiel, M.F. Land and J. Fujimoto
Elsevier, 2016
Course Reserves RK666 .R65 2016

"With clear instructions for planning and treatment, this comprehensive reference walks you through prosthodontic procedures from the beginning to the final treatment result. It uses more than 3500 full-color photographs and drawings in covering everything from tooth preparation to prostheses and restorations to follow-up care."
  • "NEW Periodontal Considerations chapter focuses specifically on the portions of periodontal diagnosis and therapy that pertain to comprehensive fixed prosthodontic treatment.
  • NEW section on digital impression techniques describes how to create a virtual, computer-generated replica of the hard and soft tissues in the mouth using lasers and other optical scanning devices.
  • NEW section on virtual articulators addresses a new software tool providing dynamic visualization of the occlusal surface, eliminating the need for a mechanical articulator.
  • NEW discussion on cone beam imaging allows for clear visualization of osseous contours and bone volume, facilitating better decisions about the size of implant fixtures that can be accommodated realistically. 
  • NEW section on virtual casts show how they contrast with analog systems.
  • NEW section on digital interim fixed restorations covers the fabrication of large multiunit composite or polymethyl methacrylate external surface forms.
  • NEW information on CAD/CAM includes the printing of wax patterns, milling ceramics, and laser sintering alloys.
  • Commonly taught techniques popular in U.S. and Canadian dental schools are incorporated throughout the text.
  • Summary charts provide an at-a-glance review of procedures--such as Class II inlay preparation and all-ceramic crown preparation--including indications, contraindications, advantages, disadvantages, preparation steps, recommended armamentarium, and criteria.
  • Practice exam questions for each chapter can be found on Evolve." Taken from back cover

ASM Press, 2014
Course Reserves QR47 .O73 2014

"In the second edition of the bestselling textbook [...], an international panel of editors presents an in-depth, comprehensive understanding of the oral ecosystem and its role in human health and disease. Written specifically for dental students, dental practitioners, and healthcare professionals, Oral Microbiology and Immunology cohesively details the ecology, virulence, molecular biology, and immunogenicity of oral bacteria, viruses, and fungi and examines their interfaces with host cells and secretions. 
"This updated and expanded edition includes:
  • recent advances in the oral microbiome
  • emerging concepts of caries and periodontal diseases as community infections
  • developments in molecular pathogenicity along with innate and adaptive immune responses to oral organisms
"Oral infections continue to pose a major public health challenge. The information in this book will provide dental practitioners and clinical scientists with the scientific foundation that underlies both oral health and oral disease and that can provide a basis for future health improvements." Taken from back cover



Dental caries : the disease and its clinical management, 3rd edition / edited by O. Fejerskov, B. Nyvad and E. Kidd
Wiley-Blackwell, 2015
Stacks RK331 .D465 2015Y

"First published in 2003, Dental Caries: The Disease and Its Clinical Management has become the leading resource on cariology. In this highly anticipated new edition, the editors maintain the same focus on high-level coverage of the disease etiology and process, clinical management best-practice, and wider public health issues connected with dental caries management, including an enhanced focus on the 'caries control concept'. The aim is to link theory with clinical performance, making prevention, diagnosis and restorative procedures evidence based. The structure of the book has been completely overhauled, with the same coverage streamlined in order to distil information effectively.
"The book is divided into six main sections:
  • An overview of the disease and its prevalence
  • The caries lesion and its biological determinants
  • Diagnosis
  • Controlling dental caries
  • Operative intervention
  • Caries control in special populations" Taken from back cover

Manual of clinical periodontics, 4th edition / by F.G. Serio, C.E. Hawley, E. Marcuschamer and T. Tsukiyama
Lexicomp, 2014
Stacks RK361 .S47 2014Y

"The Lexicomp Manual of Clinical Periodontics, 4th edition, is designed as a practical reference for general dentists, dental hygienists, and students. Useful in both clinical and educational settings, this manual stresses patient-centered, evidence-based diagnosis, treatment planning, and accepted modalities of periodontal therapy." 
"Features
  • Visually cued with over 400 drawings and color photographs
  • 18 tabbed sections for easy access
  • 5 new chapters and new images within Implant Considerations
  • Organized by basic principles of periodontics
  • Presented in a question-and-answer, bulleted format
  • Straightforward approaches to periodontal diseases, diagnosis, and therapy options, including sample treatment plans" Taken from back cover

Manual of minor oral surgery for the general dentist, 2nd edition / edited by P. Mehra and R. D'Innocenzo
Wiley-Blackwell, 2016
Stacks RK501 .M34 2016X

This second edition "continues the aim of providing clear and practical guidance to common surgical procedures encountered in general practice. Fully revised and updated with three additional chapters, the book approached each procedure through detailed, step-by-step description and illustration. Ideal for general dental practitioners and students, the book if an indispensable tool for planning, performing, and evaluating a range of surgical procedures in day-to-day practice."
The Manual "begins with an expanded chapter on patient evaluation and history taking an a new chapter on managing the patient with medical comorbidities. It also addresses infections and sedation besides procedural chapters on such topics as third molar extractions, preprosthetic surgery, surgical implantology, crown lengthening, and biopsy of oral lesions."
"Key features
  • Ideal for general practitioners and dental students
  • Includes three new chapters on surgical implantology, dentoalveolar trauma, and common complications
  • Well illustrated with clinical photographs to demonstrate step-by-step procedures
  • Provides patient management guidelines and appropriate safety protocols" Taken from back cover

Computer-guided applications for dental implants, bone grafting, and reconstructive surgery / by M. Rinaldi, S.D. Ganz and A. Mottola; translated from the Italian by S. Lauriola 
Elsevier, 2016
Stacks RK529 .R56 2016Y

"Describing an accurate and predictable system of surgical planning, this resource is the first text to provide state-of-the-art information on procedures and techniques used in computer-guided dental implant surgery and bone grafting. An international author team investigates the most frequent mistakes that can be made during the preparation of implant receptor sites and identifies two common obstacles that can prevent implant placement. This reference addresses anatomical obstacles, pathologies, and the pharmacological management of patients, and uses an atlas format to discuss clinical case studies."
"Outstanding features:
  • Over 1800 full-color images include a combination of actual 3-D computed imagery and pre-, intra-, and post-operative clinical photographs showing pathologies, procedures and outcomes.
  • 41 case studies include pre- and post-operative considerations as well as a description of the surgical procedure.
  • Clinical protocols will provide solutions on how to overcome anatomical obstacles using flapless and graftless approaches, use of tilted implants, sinus augmentations and minor and major bone graft surgery.
  • Expert insight is based upon the authors' extensive experience with current techniques and the latest advances in computer-guided implant surgery." Taken from back cover


Implantology step by step / by C.T. Sliwowski; co-authors S. Hümmeke, D. Sliwowska and C.F.J. Stappert 
Quintessence Publishing, 2015
Stacks RK667 .I45 S5513 2015Y

"This successful and popular work is now appearing in a fully revised and extended second edition, translated into English. Its author, Christoph Sliwowski, has brought together the treatment of the maxilla and mandible in one volume and has included a chapter on the totally edentulous patient. A wealth of newly included patient reports illustrate novel methods and techniques, replacing any material that has since become obsolete. 
"What remains is the innovative concept that a variety of baseline situations and degrees of difficulty are taken into account for all clinical situations - from the restoration of single-tooth gaps to the treatment of the edentulous maxilla and mandible with sinus elevation and immediate implants. Important complications are also considered, with causes and solutions. Finally, the author has not shied away from including sample cases with unsatisfactory treatment outcomes, raising the reader's awareness of the special pitfalls of implant treatment." Taken from back cover


Orthodontic and dentofacial orthopedic treatment / edited by T. Rakosi and T.M. Graber
Thieme, 2010
Stacks RK521 .O765 2010X

"Written by experts in the field, this essential atlas provides a comprehensive discussion of the safest, fastest, and most efficient evidence-based orthodontic and dentofacial orthopedic treatments. Leading clinicians provide information on innovative methods and materials - including the twin block technique, the functional magnetic system, the interarch compression spring, and the Invisalign system. The book also contains thorough reviews of diagnostic principles, preventive orthodontics, early treatment options, implants, functional therapeutic methods, and treatment planning for mandibular distraction osteogenesis. Instructive color photographs and illustrations accompany clinically relevant case studies that demonstrate key techniques and long-term treatment results."
"Highlights
  • Clinical information on interceptive orthodontics, including discussions of guided extraction and functional orthopedics
  • The biomechanics of orthodontic therapy for fixed and removable appliances
  • Discussion of anchorage control and septal arch mechanics
  • The latest methods for solving tooth-size discrepancies, morphologic variations, and recrowding in the lower anterior segment 
  • 1260 drawings, radiographs and photos - most in full-color" Taken from back cover

Theses

M.Sc. Theses:

Application of electrokinetic principles for the distribution and delivery of antibacterial nanoparticles for root canal disinfection / by Dan Andrei Ionescu
Thesis (M.Sc.)—University of Toronto, 2015


Thesis (M.Sc.)—University of Toronto, 2015


Thesis (M.Sc.)—University of Toronto, 2015


Thesis (M.Sc.)—University of Toronto, 2015


Thesis (M.Sc.)—University of Toronto, 2015


Measuring the magnitude of oral health inequalities within and between the United States and Canada from 1970 to 2009 / by Julie W. Farmer
Thesis (M.Sc.)—University of Toronto, 2015


Eye tracking for evaluating esthetics in treatment of missing maxillary lateral incisors / by Caroline Cheung 
Thesis (M.Sc.)—University of Toronto, 2015


Costing a publicly financed dental care program for uninsured low-income Ontarians : a pilot study / by Faahim Rashid
Thesis (M.Sc.)—University of Toronto, 2015


Effectiveness of the Lorodent probiotic lozenge in reducing plaque and S. mutans levels in orthodontic patients : a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial / by Fatima Ebrahim Jivraj
Thesis (M.Sc.)—University of Toronto, 2015


Mandibular growth in class II patients with severe skeletal dysplasia, after the pubertal growth peak / by Giovanni Scalia
Thesis (M.Sc.)—University of Toronto, 2015




Ph.D. Theses:


Friday, 2 October 2015

New Books - October 2015

eBooks

See new SpringerLink eBooks published in July, August and September 2015 that the Library has gained access to.

Or, go directly to SpringerLink's website to access all of the SpringerLink online content that is available through U of T.

Books

Basic and clinical pharmacology, 13th edition / edited by B.G. Katzung and A.J. Trevor 
McGraw-Hill Education, 2015
Course Reserves RM300 .B285 2015

"Organized to reflect the course sequence in many pharmacology courses and in integrated curricula, Basic & Clinical Pharmacology covers the important concepts students need to know about the science of pharmacology and its application to clinical practice. Selection of the subject matter and order of its presentation are based on the authors' many years of experience in teaching this material to thousands of medical, pharmacy, dental, podiatry, nursing, and other health science students." This book:
  • "Encompasses every aspect of medical pharmacology including botanicals and over-the-counter drugs
  • New chapter on pharmacogenomics with important examples
  • Emphasis is placed on discussion of drug groups and prototypes
  • Clinically relevant, the book includes sections that specifically address the clinical choice and use of drugs in patients and the monitoring of their effects" Taken from back cover

Biostatistics : the bare essentials, 4th edition / by G.R. Norman and D.L. Streiner 
People's Medical Publishing House-USA, 2014
Course Reserves QH323.5 .N67 2014

"Professors Norman and Streiner of McMaster University undertake the Fourth Edition of their popular textbook. The new text is designed to open the eyes of both students and practitioners blinded by the biomedical statistics they find in the results sections of medical research literature. 
"Reflecting advances in the discipline of statistics, this practical guide exposes the statistical methods readers are most likely to come across with the goal of helping them see whether the results can be believed. New content includes a chapter called 'Measures of Impact,' in which they discuss how to measure incidence and prevalence, risk, morbidity and mortality rates, and the number needed to treat. They've also added a section on the Poisson distribution for doing regressions on count data and new sections on robust estimators of the mean, the problems of multiple hypothesis testing, and bootstrapping and resampling. The section on non-parametric statistics has also been enhanced." Taken from back cover


Oral and maxillofacial pathology, 4th edition / by B.W. Neville, D.D. Damm, C.M. Allen and A.C. Chi
Elsevier, 2016
Course Reserves RK307 .O73 2016

"Identify and effectively manage oral diseases with Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology! Comprehensive, state-of-the-art coverage includes a description of each individual lesion or pathologic condition, including a discussion of its clinical and/or radiographic presentation, histopathologic features, and its treatment and prognosis. Outstanding features:

  • Over 1,400 radiographs and full-colour clinical photos - that's more than any other reference - facilitate the identification and classification of lesions and disease states.
  • Logical organization by body system or disease process makes it easy to look up specific conditions.
  • NEW cutting-edge content includes conditions and tumors such as localized juvenile spongiotic gingival hyperplasia, oral lesions associated with cosmetic fillers, HPV-related oropharyngeal carcinoma, IgG4-related disease, and mammary analogue secretory carcinoma.
  • Coverage of oral pathology research topics includes current information on forensic dentistry, methamphetamine, and gene mutations.
  • A comprehensive appendix organizes diseases according to their clinical features, helping you find and formulate differential diagnoses.
  • Differential diagnoses case studies on the Evolve companion website allow you to improve your identification skills and diagnostic competency." Taken from back cover

Elsevier/Churchill Livingstone, 2016
Course Reserves RM300 .R35 2016
  • "Get the essential pharmacology information you need from one authoritative source with an outstanding global reputation for excellence.
  • Progress confidently through all relevant aspects of pharmacology, beginning with a molecular understanding of receptors and drug actions through clinical uses of key groups of drugs.
  • Find important content quickly thanks to a colour-coded layout that enable easy navigation and cross-referencing.
  • Master difficult concepts with Key Points boxes, Clinical Uses boxes, and full-colour illustrations throughout.
  • Stay up to date with new information in the field, including an all-new chapter on drugs that affect the skin.
  • Take advantage of new and unique features online, including chapter-specific multiple choice questions for immediate self-assessment." Taken from back cover

Wiley Blackwell, 2015
Course Reserves RK361 .L44 2015

"The new sixth edition of this textbook incorporates the important topic of the strictly prosthetic aspects of treating mutilated dentition. An essential part of comprehensive therapy treatment is treatment planning according to biological principles, to which special attention has been given. The installation of oral implants and their healing are covered in detail, and novel concepts of tissue integration are also addressed. Last, but not least, clinical experience from latter years has revealed that biological complications occur with oral implants. The sixth edition gives special attention to coping with such adverse events and also to issues related to the maintenance of periodontal and peri-implant health. All in all, the sixth edition represents a thoroughly revised syllabus of contemporary periodontology and implant dentistry." Taken from Preface, xxv



Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers (P) Ltd, 2014
Course Reserves RK55 .C5 T49 2014

"Salient features:
  • More than 30 new chapters are added like Rotary Endodontics, Maxillofacial Trauma, Nanosciences, Dental Implants, etc.
  • References and studies have been added to provide the reader ample opportunity to understand and comprehend the subject
  • New updated concepts and definitions
  • According to the new Dental Council of India (DCI) curriculum
  • Edition is more reader-friendly with most of the textual formatting in points and flow charts
  • New formatting of the book with better tables and readout boxes to help remember important points
  • Self-explanatory questions and points to remember added at the end of each chapter
  • More than 200 illustrated figures and 500 clinical photographs
  • Scientific references are quoted specifically and updated till 2013" Taken from back cover

Pearson Education, Inc., 2016
Stacks QP34.5 .S55 2016

This seventh edition "builds upon the thorough coverage of integrative and molecular physiology topics that have been the foundation of this book since its first publication. The text has been revised with extensive content updates, particularly in the areas of neurobiology and reproductive physiology. Chapter 21 on the digestive system and Chapter 26 on reproductive physiology have been reorganized.
"Continuing the revision of the art introduced last edition, we created additional Review and Essentials figures that students can use for quick review as well as new Anatomy Summaries and concept maps [...] A new feature in the book is the addition of online Video Tutors that can be accessed by using the QR codes found in related figures. These short videos explain complex topics or show physiology in action in research and medicine. Finally, every chapter now begins with a list of Learning Outcomes (LO) for the chapter." Taken from New to this Edition, xxi


Fundamentals of biostatistics, 8th edition / by B. Rosner
Cengage Learning, 2016
Course Reserves QH323.5 .R674 2016

"Most introductory statistics texts either use a completely nonmathematical, cookbook approach or develop the material in a rigorous, sophisticated mathematical framework. In this book, however, I follow an intermediate course, minimizing the amount of mathematical formulation but giving complete explanations of all important concepts. Every new concept in this book is developed systematically through completely worked-out examples from current medical research problems. In addition, I introduce computer output where appropriate to illustrate these concepts.
"I initially wrote this text for the introductory biostatistics course. However, the field has changed dramatically over the past 30 years; because of the increased power of newer statistical packages, we can now perform more sophisticated data analyses than ever before. Therefore, a second goal of this text is to present these new techniques at an introductory level so that students can become familiar with them without having to wade through specialized (and, usually, more advanced) statistical texts." Taken from Preface, xiii

Monday, 28 September 2015

SpringerLink eBooks - July to September 2015

This list includes new SpringerLink eBook titles published in July, August  and September 2015 ONLY. For new titles that have been added since January 2015, up to and including titles added in September, click here. 

Note that you will not find the following titles in the U of T library catalogue (but we are working on remedying this!):

Dental erosion and its clinical management / edited by B.T. Amaechi

"This handbook distils the most up-to-date theory and practical information on dental erosion and dentin hypersensitivity into an accessible and practical clinical guide for general dental practitioners, dental students, dental educators, and other health professionals. Topics are covered in a step-by-step, easy-to-understand manner, with tables, checklists, images, flowcharts, and bullet point-like presentation of core messages that is ideal for busy dental practitioners and students. Besides providing evidence-based guidance on treatment and prevention strategies, the book examines thoroughly the dental erosion process itself and the intrinsic and extrinsic causes. Chapters are also included on the etiology, prevalence, and management of dentin hypersensitivity, the restoration of worn dentin, and non-carious cervical lesions. The authors are renowned, clinically active international experts in different aspects of dental erosion and its management."

Endodontic irrigation : chemical disinfection of the root canal system / edited by B. Basrani

"This book reviews the available information on bacterial disinfection in endodontics, with emphasis on the chemical treatment of root canals based on current understanding of the process of irrigation. It describes recent advances in knowledge of the chemistry associated with irrigants and delivery systems, which is of vital importance given that chemical intervention is now considered one of the most important measures in eliminating planktonic microbes and biofilms from the infected tooth. Recommendations are made regarding concentrations, exposure times and optimal sequences. Possible complications related to the use of the different solutions are highlighted, with guidance on response. In addition, clinical protocols are suggested on the basis of both clinical experience and the results of past and ongoing research. Throughout, a practical, clinically oriented approach is adopted that will assist the practitioner in ensuring successful endodontic treatment."


Handbook of bioceramics and biocomposites / edited by I.V. Antoniac 

"This handbook describes several current trends in the development of bioceramics and biocomposites for clinical use in the repair, remodelling, and regeneration of bone tissue. Comprehensive coverage of these materials allows fundamental aspects of the science and engineering to be seen in close relation to the clinical performance of dental and orthopaedic implants. Bioceramics and biocomposites appear to be the most dynamic area of materials development for both tissue engineering and implantable medical devices. Almost all medical specialties will continue to benefit from these developments, but especially dentistry and orthopaedics. In this Handbook, leading researchers describe the use of bionanomaterials to create new functionalities when interfaced with biological molecules or structures. Also described are technologies for bioceramics and biocomposites processing in order to fabricate medical devices for clinical use. Another important section of the book is dedicated to tissue regeneration with development of new matrices. A targeted or personalized treatment device reduces drug consumption and treatment expenses, resulting in benefits to the patient and cost reductions for public health systems.
"This authoritative reference on the state-of-the-art in the development and use of bioceramics and biocomposites can also serve as the basis of instructional course lectures for audiences ranging from advanced undergraduate students to post-graduates in materials science and engineering and biomedical engineering."

Iatrogenic effects of orthodontic treatment : decision-making in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment / by R. Justus

"This book is a well-illustrated guide to the iatrogenic effects of orthodontic treatment that provides practical information on orthodontic diagnosis, treatment planning, and post-treatment retention and highlights preventive measures to avoid complaints and lawsuits. It is divided into three parts, on white spot lesions, periodontal deterioration, and external apical root resorption (EARR). The reader will learn a wide variety of invaluable skills and strategies, such as how to minimize the risk of enamel decalcifications as a result of orthodontic treatment; how to deproteinize the enamel surface and bond brackets with hybrid glass ionomer cement; how to avoid lower incisor proclination and still achieve ideal long-term alignment; and how to apply strategies to minimize orthodontically induced EARR. Iatrogenic Effects of Orthodontic Treatment will be an excellent aid for both orthodontists and pediatric dentists."


Lasers in restorative dentistry : a practical guide / edited by G. Olivi and M. Olivi

"This book presents the state of the art in the use of laser in restorative dentistry. After discussion of relevant background, basic physics and laser types, the full range of clinical applications is covered with the aid of more than 600 clinical photographs, charts, and tables. In addition to conventional indications, newer operative procedures that reliably yield favorable outcomes are carefully described step by step. The authors’ own research findings and clinical cases are included in the book, which also provides a complete, up-to-date review of the international literature on laser adhesive dentistry."

This book "will be a valuable guide for general dentists who use the laser in their daily practice and are seeking advice on how to improve the quality of their work. If you are a new, experienced, or even advanced laser user, this book will be an exceptionally useful resource. Enjoy delving into the wonderful world of laser dentistry!"



"This book on oral candidosis is for dentists and related professionals who require a straightforward update on the important new advances relating to physiopathology, virulence and treatment. Essential concepts and advanced discoveries are presented in user-friendly language with the aim of providing a trustworthy reference guide that can be rapidly consulted whenever necessary. The rich and colorful photos have been carefully chosen to illustrate each theme and provide the reader with helpful visual support; informative diagrams, tables and charts are also included. The authors – dentists, physicians and pharmacists – have been selected on the basis of their expertise and scientific reputation. All of these “candidologists” have invested great effort in generating a unique and remarkable work that successfully translates scientific jargon into clinically relevant language."


Oral sedation for dental procedures in children / edited by S. Wilson


"This is the first book devoted to the oral sedation of children in the dental office in order to facilitate their dental care. Written by well-respected and recognized leaders, educators, clinicians and researchers in the field of sedation, it reflects the latest evidenced-based practice and clinical expertise, provides guidance and offers an abundance of consistent and helpful tips. The book is structured to cover the various key elements that must be considered when attempting to provide safe sedation for children undergoing dental procedures. Topics addressed include, among others, patient assessment, drug selection, protocol steps, emergency management, and the most up-to-date guidelines. The contents of each chapter are focused to match the specific concerns associated with the pediatric patient."


Reconstructive oral and maxillofacial surgery / edited by C. Navarro Vila

"This book describes the reconstructive procedures currently used by the authors for the treatment of oral and maxillofacial defects, based on twenty-five years of experience at a major European University Hospital. The coverage encompasses mandibular, maxillary, orbitocranial, intraoral soft tissue and cutaneous defect reconstruction. Controversies in defect reconstruction are discussed, and clear guidance is given on the optimal choice of reconstructive technique according to the location and size of the defect. Full descriptions are provided of both aesthetic and functional procedures, with use of implants and dental prostheses. The resultant functional and aesthetic reconstruction will enable the patient quickly to resume a normal social, family and professional life. All of the chapters include representative images depicting each stage of treatment, from preoperative study, through intraoperative and postoperative appearances, to ultimate outcome upon rehabilitation."


TMD and Orthodontics : a clinical guide for the orthodontist / edited by S. Kandasamy, C.S. Greene, D.J. Rinchuse and J.W. Stockstill

"This evidence-based book, featuring contributions from world-renowned experts, discusses in detail the functional anatomy of the temporomandibular joint as well as the aetiology, diagnosis, treatment and medicolegal implications of patients with temporomandibular disorders (TMD).Despite advances in our understanding of the aetiology of TMD and in developing current treatment rationales, a number of issues remain controversial. These include the extent to which the temporomandibular joint should be a central focus of orthodontic diagnosis and treatment, as well as the role that occlusion and malocclusion play in precipitating TMD symptoms. Indeed, few subjects in dentistry and the specialty of orthodontics are open to as many interpretations or misinterpretations as TMD. This textbook provides clinical orthodontists with essential information and guidance that will assist them in understanding and effectively managing this complex multilayered problem. Throughout, clear clinical guidelines are presented on the basis of current scientific and clinical evidence. TMD and Orthodontics will be a highly valuable chairside resource for orthodontists everywhere."