New Books - September 2017

Books


Exercises in oral radiology and interpretations, 5th ed. / by R. P. Langlais and C.S. Miller
Elsevier, 2017.

"Specifically designed to complement radiography instruction throughout the continuum of dental professions, Exercises in oral radiology and interpretations, 5th edition, provides hundreds of practice opportunities in a unique Q&A format with detailed answers and rationales to ensure comprehension. For more than 35 years, this go-to supplement has bridged the gap between the classroom and the clinic, providing hundreds of opportunities to practice and master image interpretation. It serves as a valuable adjunct to the core content presentation, with more than 600 images with case scenarios, plus examples, questions, and tips to prepare you for clinical experiences and classroom and board exams." From back cover

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Teeth: the untold story of beauty, inequality, and the struggle for oral health in America / by Mary Otto

The New Press, c2017.

"This book provides a look into the insular world of dental care in America. It examines the enduring tension between the need of all Americans for dental services and the lack of services available to millions of us under the current system. Beginning with the world's first dental college that opened in Baltimore in 1840, not far from where Deamonte died, this book explores dentistry's evolution in isolation from the rest of the nation's health care system. Its narrative seeks to explain why obtaining dental services may require a journey that some patients never manage to make." From preface of the book, p. ix

Getting into dental school, 10th ed. / by Adam Cross

Mander Portman Woodward, c2017

"Dentistry is a popular career choice, but with fewer than 20 dentistry courses offered, competition for places is fierce. To be successful, you will not only need excellent grades, but also a commitment to the subject, relevant work experience and to think about why you want to be a dentist prior to interview. Now in its 10th edition, Getting into dental school is packed with detailed advice and up-to-date information on what you need to do to secure a place on the course of your choice and take the first steps towards your dream career." From publisher description.

Noncarious cervical lesions and cervical dentin hypersensitivity: etiology, diagnosis and treatment / edited by P.V. Soares and J.O. Grippo

Quintessence Publishing, c. 2017.

"This textbook is the most comprehensive accumulation of data-driven science ever assembled. Drs. Paulo V Soares and John O. Grippo have organized their most important contributions to enable the reader to best understand this prevalent condition and offer solutions to their patients. The detailed level of documentation in the authors' stunning photographs provides a unique and necessary clarity to illustrate the clinical concepts presented. Drs Soares and Grippo have orchestrated a body of work that allows us to move from passive observer to active investigator, making us capable of combining the clinical presentation with all the potential etiologic factors and therapy arriving at a multifactorial diagnosis." From Forewords section of the book, p.vii

Oral biology: molecular techniques and applications, 2nd ed. / by G.J. Seymour, M.P. Cullinan, and N.C.K. Heng

Humana Press, c2017.

"This second edition volume presents a selection of cellular and molecular techniques that can be adapted to cover a range of applications and diseases. The book is divided into three sections: saliva and oral diseases, molecular biosciences, and cell and tissues. The first section contains chapters that discuss proteomic analyses by mass spectrometry and NMRbased metabolomics that can be used to not only study saliva, but also to assess other oral fluids such as gingival crevicular fluid. The second section contains chapters that profile oral microbial communities, quantitative real-time PCR, and adhesion of yeast and bacteria to oral surfaces. The third section deals with a range of approaches that enable the behavior of cells and tissues in both health and disease to be analyzed at the molecular level" From publisher description.

Essentials of dental radiography for dental assistants and hygienists, 10th ed. / by E.M. Thomson and O.N. Johnson

Pearson, 2018.

"Dental radiography plays an integral role in comprehensive preventive oral health care. Mastery of skills needed to perform radiographic examinations competently and safely requires an understanding of theoretical concepts and a committed adherence to radiation protection principles. Essentials of dental radiography for dental assistants and hygienists presents a clear link between theory and practice, to prepare dental assistants and dental hygienists for roles as members of the oral health care team who can produce diagnostic quality radiographs in a variety of situations and circumstances, and who can assist in the interpretation of images for the benefit of patients" From book Preface, p. vii

Nutrition for dental health, 3rd ed. / by R. Sroda and Tonia Reinhard
Wolters Kluwer, c2018

"Nutrition for Dental Health third edition, is a textbook for dental hygiene and dental assisting students as well as reference for practicing clinicians.

• Dental hygiene students, who take, but one nutrition course, can use the text as all-encompassing for both a general and dental-related study of nutrition. 
• Dental hygiene students who take a general nutrition course before enrolling in the program will find this book useful for a quick review of biochemistry before embarking on an in-depth study of nutritional counseling suggestions and techniques.
• Dental assisting students whose curriculum allows for only a few short weeks of nutritional study may select appropriate topics to cover information required in their curriculum.
• Practicing clinicians will find the 24-hour Food Recall, 3-day and 7-day diet diaries helpful in assessing clinical patients for nutritional inadequacies and for increased risk of oral disease. If change is needed, refer to the end of chapter 'Related to Patient' section that includes suggestions to improve nutritional content of the diet." From Preface, p.v

Oral and maxillofacial surgery, volume 1,2,3, 3rd edition / by R.J Fonseca (volume editor)
Elsevier, c2018

"This three-volume text is the result of the collaboration of multiple contributors. The first edition published in 2000, and the second edition, published in 2009, were very well received. However, with all the advances in our profession, we felt it was time for a new edition. The section editors have done an excellent job recruiting the most knowledgable individuals in their specific areas of expertise. The authors have submitted chapters that reflect the state of the art in their areas of responsibilities. This text is a comprehensive resource on oral and maxillofacial surgery. Every area in our specialty has been addressed. It defines the scope of the specialty. Every surgical procedure performed by an oral surgeon is covered in this text." From preface, page xv.


Modern dental assisting, 12 edition / by D.L. Bird and D.S. Robinson
Elsevier, c2018

"Learn dental assisting from top to bottom from the best, with the most comprehensive, most current, and most trusted text available. For more than 40 years, students and practitioners alike have relied on Modern Dental Assisting for its cutting-edge content, easy-to-grasp writing style, step-by-step procedures, engaging learning features, and top-notch visuals to master all aspects of dental assisting. The 12th edition showcases a brand-new illustration program and content on rapidly evolving areas of the dental professions. Written by trusted experts Doni Bird and Debbie Robinson, this is the all-in-one learning resource you need to stay ahead of the curve in the fast-paced world dental assisting." From back cover

The smile stealers: the fine and foul art of dentistry / by R. Barnett
Thames and Hudson, 2017


"Marking the third and final volume of the bestselling and award-winning series that began with The Sick Rose and Crucial Interventions. The Smile Stealers probes the evolution of dentistry from excruciating endeavours of crude early practitioners to the swift, painless procedures and cosmetic surgery of today. Gruesome yet captivating medical drawings of techniques and tools are presented alongside pertinent caricatures, paintings and the rarest of books and artefacts from Wellcome's unique archive. Eloquent and engaging themed articles by medical historian Richard Barnett trace the development of the trade and discipline of the dentist, from fairground entertainer and charlatan to highly skilled professional, and highlight the changing social attitudes towards the purpose and practice of dentistry, from the extraction of rotting teeth to the pursuit of the perfect smile." From back cover.

Oral healthcare and technologies: breakthrough in research and practice / by Information Resources Management Association 
IGI Global, 2017.

"Emerging innovations in the medical sector have created new opportunities for improved patient care and disease control. By optimizing current practices and procedures, improvements in healthcare delivery and quality can be achieved. Oral healthcare and technologies: breakthroughs in research and practice is a comprehensive resource with the latest scholarly perspectives on the technological advancements and real-world applications for oral hygiene and medical care. Featuring extensive coverage across a range of relevant perspectives and topics, such as disease management, healthcare administration, and medical informatics, this multi-volume book is ideally designed for professionals, researchers, students, and practitioners seeking academic material on developments and innovations in oral medicine." From back cover


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Bone response to dental implant materials / by A. Piattelli
Woodhead Publishing, 2017.

"The oral cavity is a challenging setting for dental biomaterials. Understanding different in vivo and in vitro responses is essential for engineers to successfully design implant materials, which will withstand the different challenges of this unique environment. This comprehensive book reviews the fundamentals of bone responses to a variety of implant materials and strategies to tailor and control them. [This book] offers important coverage of the dental interface, monitoring and analysis of implants, and finally applications in clinical practice. Sections deal with fundamentals of bone response to dental biomaterial imaging, and analysis of bone response to dental implant materials and biomaterials." From back cover

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Patient assessment tutorials: a step-by-step guide for the dental hygienist, 4th edition / by J.S. Gehrig
Wolters Kluwer, 2017.

"This proven guide walks you through the process of patient assessment, emphasizing both the actual physical assessment and the human interaction involved. Enhanced by case studies, learning aids, videos, and an all-new audio glossary, the book provides you with everything you need for success in your course and your future career." From back cover

Local anesthesia for the dental hygienist, 2nd edition / by D. Daskalos Logothetis
Elsevier, 2017.

"Prepare to practice with the only anesthesia product developed specifically for dental hygienists! Local anesthesia for the dental hygienist, 2nd edition, provides complete instructions for the safe and effective administration of local anesthesia. The first edition won a 2012 PROSE Honorable Mention award, and this edition adds to a new chapter on children and adolescent patients, plus new coverage of anesthetic agents and advanced techniques, as well as discussions of the Human Needs Paradigm to promote patient-centered care, this go-to text and training manual prepares you for success on board exams and confidence in practice." From back cover

The art and science of contemporary surgical endodontics / by M. Torabinejad and R. Rubinstein
Quintessence Publishing, 2017.

"[This book] has been systematically organized to simulate the order of procedures performed in a clinical setting after presenting the necessary information related to the anatomy, histology, and physiology of tissues involved in surgical endodontics, as well as pathologic entitities simulating lesions of pulpal origin. The first four chapters are dedicated to the basic sciences of tissues involved in surgical endodontics, followed by an extensive chapter on diagnosis and treatment planning. Several chapters focus on the most recent advances in the art of surgical endodontics related to CBCT, illumination and magnification, local anesthesia and hemostatis, management of soft tissues, removal of osseous tissue, root-end filling materials, as well as suturing and postoperative instructions." From preface, page viii.