New Books - October 2011

Books

Evidence-based orthodontics / by Greg J. Haung, Stephen Richmond and Katherine W.L. Vig
Wiley-Blackwell, c2011.

"[This book] satisfies the educational demands of orthodontics, which calls for the integration of the best evidence with the clinician's expertise and the patient's unique values and circumstances. This landmark text is the first to be devoted to the methodology, principles, and practice of evidence-based practive in orthodontics. It aims to serve as a reference for those wishing to understand the principles of evidence-based practice, including the foundation for clinical study design, epidemiology, and the statistical inferences from data." Taken from back cover

Radiography and radiology for dental care professionals/ by Eric Whaites
Churchill-Livingstone, c2011.

"This book is an accessible, comprehensive account of what dental care professionals need to know about radiography and radiology. An account of the background science is followed by practical detals of dental radiography and essential elements of radiological interpretation. The text is illustrated throughout by clear line diagrams and photographs.
It will be ideal for all dental care professionals involved in X-raying patients and is highly suitable for readers preparing for examinations in dental radiography." Taken from back cover.

Revolutions in pediatric dentistry/ by Christian H. Splieth
Quintessence Publishing, c2011.

"Revolutions in Pediatric Dentistry addresses everyone interested or involved in pediatric dentistry, such as students, practitioners, teachers, researchers and policy makers, who want to gain insight into these future developments. The intention is to make an impact on the teaching and practice of pediatric dentistry - not by giving cookbook recipes, but by pointing out the rationale behind the changes.
Presented by an international group of recognized specialists in their respective fields, the topics include new diagnostic approaches, changes in oral disease patterns and their consequences, non- and minimally invasive caries treatment, current fluoride guidelines, a common risk factor approach, proximal sealants and caries infiltration, up-to-date techniques for local anesthesia, pulpotomies and pulpextomies, MTA in pediatric dentistry, and an evaluation of the evidence for caries removal and space maintainers." Take from back cover.

Principles of oral and maxillofacial surgery, 6th ed. / by UJ Moore

Wiley-Blackwell, c2011

First published over 40 years ago, this is one of the best-established introductory texts for students of dentistry and oral and maxillofacial surgery. It covers each of the basic tenets of the   specialty, from patient management to anxiety and pain control, to implant dentistry and maxillofacial trauma. The sixth edition has been thoroughly revised to reflect the latest developments in the field, and each chapter has been completely updated and restructured.

Modern dental assisting 10th ed. / by Doni Bird and Debbie N. Robinson
Elsevier/Saunders, 2012

Featuring cutting-edge content and an easy-to-understand approach, this textbook provides  all the information you need to master both basic and advanced clinical dental assisting skills.

Thesis

Dental anxiety in future and current orthodontic patients / by Joanie Roy

Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Toronto, 2011.

Functional characterization of the chromosomal MazEF toxin-antitoxin addiction system in Streptococcus mutans / by Mohammad Adnan Syed.

Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Toronto, 2011.

Resolution of maxillary sinus mucositis after endodontic treatment of maxillary teeth with apical periodontitis : a cone-beam computerized tomography pilot study / by Babak Nurbakhsh.

Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Toronto, 2011.

Role of intercellular interactions between mast cells and gingival fibroblasts in mediating inflammation / by Reza Termei.

Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Toronto, 2011.

The role of the innate immune system in bisphosphate-induced osteonecrosis of the jaw / by Carol Forster.

Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Toronto, 2011.

The mechanical effects of flaming nickel-titanium orthodontic archwires / by David Matthew MacLeod.

Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Toronto, 2011.

Oral health related quality of life in an aging Canadian population / by Robert Kotzer.

Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Toronto, 2011.

Dentistry in Social Media

Here is a list of Facebook pages, Twitter account, Blog feeds, Flickr photos and YouTube video clips all related to dentistry. Some are from dental organizations, others from academic institutions, and some are just personal or commerical accounts related to the dental profession. They are updated frequently, so take a look and see what you 'like'....

'Like' them on Facebook...

Ontario Dental Assistants Association (ODAA)

Canadian Dental Health - The 'voice of organized dentistry in Canada', supported by provincial dental associations (ODA) and Canadian Dental Association

Canadian Dental Hygenists Association (CDHA)

American Dental Association (ADA)

American Dental Hygienists' Association

University of Maryland Dental School - The first dental college in the world!

National Museum of Dentistry - Located in Baltimore, Maryland (home to the world's first dental college)

British Dental Health Foundation - An independent oral health charity, based in the UK

British Dental Association Library - News and views from the BDA library

Irish Dental Association

Australian Dental Association

Dental Economics

Follow them on Twitter...

American Dental Association (ADA)

British Dental Association (BDA)

British Dental Association Library

Irish Dental Association

Quintessence Publications - Providing scientific and clinical information in denstistry

The Dental Advisor

University of British Columbia Denstistry - News from the Faculty of Dentistry at UBC


Dentistry Blogs - Academic

Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry - University of Western Ontario

Dentistry Library - University of Buffalo Health Sciences Libraries (US)

Dentistry Library - News and tips from the U of Michigan Dentistry Library (US)

Dentistry Library, Sydney - 'News and views from the University of Sydney Dentistry Library' (AUS)


Dentistry Blogs - Commercial/Personal/Community

Oral Health Journal - The blog of 'Canada's leading dental journal'

'Top 50 Dentistry Blogs' - Everything from dental care to dental news to dental resources

101Dentistry Blog - General dental news and articles

Dentistry Forum - Discussion, advice and chat for student dentists

The Digital Dentist - From the founder and president of Dental Technology Consultants

The Dental Implant Blog - Official blog of the Association of Dental Implant Auxiliaries (ADIA)


Dentistry photos on Flickr. Say 'Ahhhhhhh...'

Dental History Images

More Dental History Images - Including dental-themed comic book covers from 'Teeth Terrific'
Dental Museum Images -  A look inside the dental practice from years gone by

Dental Advertisements - An interesting look at how toothpaste was sold in the 1900s

Dental Practice Signs - Signage from all over the world!

Dental Information and Channels on YouTube

Why Organized Dentistry? - An interview with president-elect of ADA, Dr. Raymond Gist

U of Michigan School of Dentistry - Video clips on dentistry education, resources, and interviews from the field. Videos uploaded on a regular basis.

American Dental Association - ADA's channel on dental information

Academy of General Dentistry - Clips from America's 2nd largest dental association


...and some comedic relief...

David Letterman's Trip to the Dentist

Bill Cosby on Dentists

Dentist skit from The Carol Burnett Show - Featuring Tim Conway and Harvey Corman

Mr. Bean at the Dentist

A Day in the Life of a Dental Student - Created using Xtranormal Movie Maker

New Books - September 2011

e-BOOKS

Antibiotics and antiseptics in periodontal therapy / by Alexandrina L. Dumitrescu.
Springer, c2011.

The fearful dental patient : a guide to understanding and managing / edited by Arthur A. Weiner.
Wiley-Blackwell, c2011.

Regenerative dentistry / by Mona K. Marei
Morgan & Claypool, c2010.

Topics in dental biochemistry / by Martin Levine.
Springer, c2011.


BOOKS


American Student Dental Association (ASDA) guide to postdoctoral programs, 12th ed. (Volume 1 and 2)
American Student Dental Association, c2009


"This guide is designed to make the process of comparing graduate programs more efficient and convenient for all applicants, allowing students to easily pinpoint the programs most likely to satisfy their personal and professional requirements." Taken from preface in book

Clinical practice of the dental hygienist, 10th ed. / by Esther M. Wilkins 

Wolters Kluwer/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, c2009

"Thoroughly updated and now in its tenth edition, this book is the cornerstone text of almost every dental hygienist's library. It presents the latest technical advances and research findings in a straightforward and concise outline format to equip you with the clinical skills needed for successful practice. Helpful features include case-based exercises, ethics boxes, as well as full-color artwork and photographs for clear assessment of patients." Taken from back of book


Clinical problem solving in dentistry, 3rd ed. / by Edward W. Odell
Churchill Livingstone, c2010

"The latest edition of this popular book continues to provide a highly visual step-by-step guide to the practical management of a wide variety of presentations seen in clinical practice. Containing over 350 high-quality photographs, illustrations and table, Clinical Problem Solving in Dentistry is written in an easy to read 'how to' style and contains a large number of real life clinica cases carefully presented to maximize learning outcomes for the reader." - Taken from back cover.

Community oral health practice for the dental hygienist, 3rd ed. / by Kathy Voigt Geurink
Elsevier Saunders, c2012.


"Created by dental hygienists for dental hygienists, this innovative text helps you acquire the knowledge you need to improve the oral health of people in various communities and build a successful career in the public health sector. Emphasis on the public health concepts of assessment, policy development, and assurance makes this an ideal resource for oral health professionals planning to work in public health." Taken from back of book



Dental radiography : principles and techniques, 4th ed / by Joen Iannuzzi and Laura Jansen Howerton
Elsevier/Saunders, c2012.

"Get through coverage of key dental radiography principles and complete technical instruction with this easy-to-use text! Now in full color, this combination textbook/training manual guides you step to step through common procedures, with accompanying illustrations, case studies, and interactive exercises to help you apply what you've learned to practice. " Taken from back of book

Endodontology / by Michael A. Baumann and Rudolf Beer
Thieme, c2010

"Experts from around the world present a comprehensive overview of the clinical practice for endodontology, featuring the most up-to-date information on the treatment of the inner tooth, pulp, adn tissues surrouding the root. The authors provide detailed coverage of all common endodontic procedures documented with full-color illustrations that demonstrated the various steps of each treatment." - Taken from back of book

Essentials of dental radiography for dental assistants and hygienists, 9th ed. / by Evelyn M. Thomson and Orlen N. Johnson
Pearson, c2012

"[This book] is student friendly, beginning each chapter with learning objectives from both the knowledge and the application levels. Each objective is tested by study questions presented at the end of the chapter, allowing the student to assess learning outcomes. The objectives and study questions are written in the same order that the material appears in the chapter, guiding the student through assimilation of the chapter content." Taken from Preface, ix.



Ethics, jurisprudence, and practice management in dental hygiene, 3rd ed. / by Vickie J. Kimbrough-Walls and Charla J. Lauder.
Pearson, c2012
"The information and examples in this book are designed to orient dental hygiene students to clinical practice and its many applications in an office setting. Although dental practices and dental hygiene procedures can be generalized, each office will be unique in its daily operations and policies. As public health is woven through the various roles of the dental hygienist, this book contains limited discussions regarding public health issues." Taken from preface, xi.


Fundamentals of biostatistics, 7th Edition / by Bernard Rosner
Brooks/Cole, c2011
"Fundamentals of Biostatistics, by Bernard Rosner, is a practical introduction to the methods, techniques, and computation of statistics fro students pursuing careers in medicine and other health-related fields. The text motivates students with examples taken from current medical research and literature, showing the real problems researchers and health professionals are tackling today to achieve breakthroughs in health and medicine." - Taken from back of book




Harty's endodontics in clinical practice, 6th ed. / by Bun San Chong
Churchill Livingstone/Elsevier, c2010

"The new edition of the now classic Harty's Endodontic in Clinical Practice has been fully revised and updated. Prepared by experts from around the world, the book provides comprehensive coverage of current endodontic practice and recent advances in the field in a clear and accessible style. Richly illustrated and now in full color." Taken from back of book

Medical problems in dentistry, 6th ed. / by Crispian Scully
Churchill Livingstone/Elsevier, c2010.

"This text offers a very authoritative account of general medical and surgical conditions as they apply to the practice of dentistry and oral healthcare. Established as the standard reference on the subject, Medical Problems in Dentistry is essential both for students learning for the first time or practitioners and others needig to keep up to date with their knowledge. In this 6th edition the contect has been rewritten and refocused to place even stronger emphasis on the medical problems that directly influence dental practice. All content has been reviewed by a specialist Advisory Board. " Taken from back of book

Modern dental assisting, 10th ed. / by D.L. Bird and D.S. Robinson
Elsevier-Saunders, 2012.

"In the 10th edition of Modern Dental Assisting, we uphold the same core educational values and goals instilled in us by Hazel Torres and Ann Ehrlich. However, the knowledge and skills necessary to reach competency in each of the many new techniques and procedures have been greatly expanded". Taken from Preface, ix.

One hundred and fifty years of the American Dental Association : a pictorial history, 1859-2009 / by the American Dental Association

Donning Company Publishers, c2009.


Operative oral and maxillofacial surgery, 2nd ed. / edited by John Langdon, Mohan Patel, Robert Ord and Peter Brennan
Hodder Arnold, c2011

"This is the second edition of a major text on Operative Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. The subject is now enormous, extending from repair of trauma, cosmesis, and of course traditional management of infections and malignancy, with important and continuing advances in all these areas. In addition the editors have included major sections on dental and jaw surgery. the rapid advances in surgical techniques involve mastering of new materials and instruments and above all an extreme attention to detail." - Taken from Foreword, vi. 

Oral Microbiology, 5th ed. / by Philip D. Marsh and Michael V. Martin
Churchill Livingstone, c2009

"The aim of Oral Microbiology is to describe the comples relationship between the resident oral microflora adn the host in health and disease. This latest edition, whihc has been completely rewritten and enlarged, reatins and extends its philsophy of explaining this relationship in ecological terms. This approach is of benefit to the reader by providing a clear set of principles to explain the underlying issues that determine whether the microflora will have a beneficial or an adverse relationship with the host at a particular site. This information provides a foundation that can be exploited by research workers or health professionals to understand, prevent or control disease." - Taken from back of book

Orthodontics: current principles and techniques, 5th ed. / edited by L. W. Graber, R. L. Vanarsdall and K.W.L. Vig
Elsevier-Mosby, c2012.

"This is the fifth edition of what remains the most widely used undergraduate orthodontic textbook in the world. For over 25 years it has contributed to the education of orthodontic residents and practitioners around the world, having been translated into eight different languages." Taken from Preface, vi 



Orthodontics and paediatric dentistry, 2nd ed. / by Declan Millett and Richard Welbury
Churchill-Livingstone, c2010.

"The latest edition of this popular book continues to provide a highly visual step-by-step guide to the practical management of a wide variety of presentations seen in clinical practice. Containing over 250 high-quality photographs, illustrations and tables Clinical Problem Solving in Orthodontics & Paediatric Dentistry is written in an easy to read 'how to' style and contains a large number of clinical cases carefully presented to maximize learning outcomes for the reader." - Taken from back cover

Periodontal disease: symptoms, treatment and prevention / edited by Sho L. Yamamoto
Nova, c2011

"This book presents topical research data in the study of periodontal disease, including aesthetic periodontal therapy and root coverage techniques; clinical features of periodontal disease in children and adolescents; biomechanics and the perioprosthetic patient; maternal periodontitis and perinatal outcomes; identifying patients with enhanced disease susceptibility in periodontal disease; and inflammatory mediators and oxidative stress in periodontal disease." - Taken from Preface, vii.

Professional responsibility in dentistry: A practical guide to law and ethics / by Joseph P. Graskemper
Wiley-Blackwell, c2011.

"Professional Responsibility in Dentistry integrates dental law, risk management, professionalism, and ethics, as all are interrelated in everyday practice. Beyond theory, the fact-based approach of this book shows examples of various situations the dentist may face. Dr. Graskemper addresses a range of topics, from legal concepts and regulation of dentistry to professionalism and ethics." -Taken from the back of the book.
 



Prosthetic treatment of the edentulous patient, 5th ed. / by R.M. Basker, J.C. Davenport and J. M. Thomason

The new edition of this well established and highly regarded textbook has been completely revised and updated to reflect the latest developments in the field of tooth loss and denture provision. Primarily aimed at students in the undergraduate and immediate postgraduate years, it will also be of value to all those, including clinical technicians, who are faced with the increasingly challenging problems of complete denture treatment in dental practice.

Scientific style and format: the CSE manual for authors, editors, and publishers, 7^th ed. /  by Council of Science Editors
The Rockefeller University Press, c2006.









Staying safe: tips from your College, members workbook / by Royal College of Dental Surgeons
Royal College of Dental Surgeons, c2006.

Teeth are our organs : teeth are closely connected with our lives / by Kazumasa Muratsu
KOS, c2009

Temporomandibular Disorders: A problem-based approach / by Robin Gray and Ziad Al-Ani
Wiley-Blackwell, c2011

"Temporomandibular Disorders: A problem-based approach promotes learning as a dynamic process of active involvement. It encourages evaluation by self-assessment with questions at the end of the book, and a unique link to an online interactive quiz where readers can test their knowledge of TMD. Th final chapters include practical guides on how to make splints and samples of patient information sheets that can be used as templates." - Taken from back of book

Traumatic dental injuries : a manual, 3rd ed. / by J. O. Andreasen, L. K. Bakland, M. T. Flores, F. M. Andreasen and L. Andersson.
Wiley-Blackwell, c2011

"The third edition of Traumatic Dental Injuries: a Manual builds on the widespread success of the previous two editions. The ultimate guide to dental trauma, the manual preserves its uniquely usable and reader-friendly format, demonstrating step-by-step treatment protocols for commonly occurring traumatic injuries. Several new sections have been added to expand the number of clincial scenarios, describing soft tissue injuries associated with dental trauma, showing how decoronation of ankylosed anterior teeth in adolescencts can preserve the alveolar process for later implant placement, and identifying predictors for pulpal and periodontal ligament healing complications as well as for tooth loss." - Taken from back cover.

Treating the triad: teeth, muscles, TMJs / by Giuseppe Cozzani
Quintessenza Edizioni, c2011.

"This work presents the underlying principles and their practical application, from the most straightforward cases to the most complex, applying individual diagnosis and treatment for each single patient on the basis of investigation through Magnetic Resonance and other imaging techniques including C.T., diagnostic-therapeutic manipulation and muscle and TM assessment with the ultimate aim of achieving a correct anatomy and consequently valid function." Take from back of book



CD-ROMs
Clinical practice of the dental hygienist, 10^th ed. / by Esther M. Wilkins
Wolters Kluwer/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, c2009

Modern dental assisting, 10th ed. / by D.L. Bird and Debbie S. Robinson
Elsevier-Saunders, c2012.

Staying safe: tips from your College, members workbook / by Royal College of Dental Surgeons
RCDSO, c2006.

Teeth are our organs : teeth are closely connected with our lives / by Kazumasa Muratsu
KOS, c2009

Traumatic dental injuries : a manual, 3rd ed. / by J. O. Andreasen, L. K. Bakland, M. T. Flores, F. M. Andreasen and L. Andersson.
Wiley-Blackwell, c2011THESES

The effect of zoledronate pretreatment on BMP induced bone formation in mice / by Marina Prichert
Thesis (M.Sc.)—University of Toronto, c2011


Homelessness and oral health in Toronto / by Rafael Luis Fiori de Figueiredo
Thesis (M.Sc.)—University of Toronto, c2011

New Books - August 2011

Books

Brody’s human pharmacology, 5th ed. / by Lynn Wecker

Mosby Elsevier, c2010

"Provides a succinct overview of the most important aspects of pharmacology necessary for a basic understanding of the subject. It reviews the concepts, clinical applications and side effects of pharmacology, placing an emphasis on both the basic science of pharmacology and its clinical relevance, whenever possible." Taken from back cover 

Carranza’s clinical periodontology, 11th ed. / by Michael G. Newman, Henry H. Takei and Perry R. Klokkevold and Fermin A. Carranza
Elsevier, Saunders, c2012

"Most widely used perdiodontics text dentistry. Carranza's Clinical Periodontology provides both print and online access to basic information as well as the latest in advanced procedures and techniques in reconstructive, regenerative, esthetic, and implan therapy." Taken from back cover

Drug information handbook for dentistry :including oral medicine for medically-compromised patients and specific oral conditions, 16th ed. / by Richard L. Wynn, Timothy F. Meiller and Harold L. Crossley

Lexi-Comp, c2010

"Designed for all dental professionals seeking clinically-relevant information on medication, OTCs, and herbal products...Medications are alphabectically indexed by brand and generic names and index terms. Within individual drug monographs, dental-specific fields are highlighted in red....Special sections dedicated to medically-compromised patients, specific oral conditions, and sample prescriptions complement the drug content and support improved patient care." Taken from back cover

Head and neck / by Qihui “Jim” Zhai and Ady Kendler

Springer, c2011

"Frozen sections are performed while a patient is undergoing surgery as a basis for making an immediate diagnosis that will impact treatment decisions. Frozen section diagnosis is often a highly demanding situation for the pathologist who must render a diagnosis quickly for the patient and surgeon. The Frozen Section Library series will provide concise, user-friendly, site specific handbooks that are well illustrated and highlight the pitfalls, artifacts and differential diagnosis issues that arise in the hurried frozen section scenario." Taken from back cover

Fundamentals of biostatistics, 7th ed. / by Bernard Rosner

Brooks/Cole Cengage Learning, c2011

"A practical introduction to the methods, techniques, and computation of statistics for students pursuing careers in medicine and other health-related fields. The text motivates students with examples taken from current medical research and literature, showing the real problems researchers and health professionals are tackling today to acheive breakthroughs in health and medicine." Taken from back cover

Fundamentals of periodontal instrumentation and advanced root instrumentation, 6th ed. / by Jill S. Nield-Gehrig

Wolters Kluwer/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, c2008

"From basic skills to advanced periodontal instrumentation techniques, this step-by-step guide lets you progress at your own pace. You learn patient positioning, intraoral finger rests, and basic instrumentation before advancing to such topics as assessment of periodontal patients and instrumentation of root branches of multirooted teeth, root concavities, and furcation areas." Taken from back cover

A guide to bone toothbrushes of the 19th and early 20th centuries / by Barbara E. Mattick

Xlibris, c2010

"Though written primarily for archaeologists, this book will also be of interest to social, public health, and business historians; museums curators; re-enactors; present-day toothbrush manufacturers; or general readers interested in some of the more obscure facets of our pasts." Taken from back cover

Osseointegration and related treatment modalities: Future perspectives, quality of life, and treatment simplification : Proceedings of the first P-I Brånemark Scientific Symposium, Gothenburg 2009 /by Robert Gottlander and Danial van Steenberghe (eds)
Quintessence Publishing, c2009


"The richly illustrated proceedings deal with a vast array of knowledge related to osseointegration, such as mechanobiology, nanostructured surfaces, orofacial reconstructions, and orthopedic applications; they also feature information regarding associated diagnostic and treatment modalities, such as full-ceramic crowns, CAD/CAM techniques, and guided surgery through the use of cone beam computed tomography (CBCT)." Taken from back cover

Pharmacology in dental medicine / by Jeffrey M. Casiglia and Peter L. Jacobsen

BC Decker, c2008

"Intended to provide information pertaining to the use of pharmacologic agents that may be used by the dental practitioner in general or speciality practice. The subjects are grouped by either specific classes of therapeutic agent or by pharmacologic concept." Taken from Amazon.ca

Pickard’s manual of operative dentistry, 9th edition / by Avijit Benerjee and Timothy F Watson

Oxford University Press, c2011

"The ninth edition of this classical dental textbook has been extensively reworked, restyled, and updated to keep abreast of current knowledge, principles, and the modern practice of operative dentistry. The causes of dental disease, methods of identifying the disease process in patients, and the development and executiopn of patient-centred management strategies based on disease control and lesion prevention are described in clear and structured manner." Taken from back cover


Preventing medical emergencies: Use of medical history / by Frieda Athernon Pickett and JoAnn R. Gurenlian

Wolters Kluwer/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, c2010

"...is written specifically for dental and oral healthcare students and practitioners. It enables you to develop the critical thinking skills needed to conduct a thorough medical history, analyze the results, identify potential health risks, and develop a safe and effective patient treatment plan." Taken from back cover

Rang and Dale’s Pharmacology, 7th ed. / by H. P. Rang, J. M. Dale, J.M. Ritter, R. J. Flower and G. Henderson
Elsevier/Churchill-Livingstone, c2012

"Rang & Dale’s Pharmacology provides you with all the knowledge you need to get through your pharmacology course and beyond. Drs. Humphrey P. Rang, Maureen M. Dale, James M. Ritter, Rod Flower, and Graeme Henderson present a clear and accessible approach to the analysis of therapeutic agents at the cellular and molecular level through detailed diagrams, full-color illustrations, and pedagogical features. Plus, USMLE-style review questions and additional learning tools online at studentconsult.com make this the perfect resource to turn to for a full understanding of key concepts in pharmacology." Taken from the publisher's website

Roitt’s essential immunology, 12th edition / by Peter J, Delves, Seamus J. Martin, Dennis R. Burton and Ivan M. Roitt

Wiley-Blackwell, c2011

"Bringing you fully up-to-date with the latest knowledge and concepts about the workings of the immune system, the hallmark easy-reading style of Roitt's Essential Immunology clearly explains the key principles needed by medical and health sciences students, from basis of immunity to clinical applications." Taken from back cover

Woefel’s dental anatomy, 8th ed. / by Rickne C. Scheid and Gabriela Weiss

Wolters Kluwer/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, c2012

"With its clear explanations, full-color illustrations and hands-on exercises, the eighth edition of Woefel's Dental Anatomy enables you to logically master the anatomy of the human mouth and teeth. You'll learn the relationship of the teeth to one another as well as the relationship of the teeth to the surrounding bones, muscles, nerves, and blood vessels." Taken from back of book

CDs/DVDs
 
Fundamentals of periodontal instrumentation and advanced root instrumentation, 6th ed. / by Jill S. Nield-Gehrig
Wolters Kluwer/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, c2008.

Pharmacology in dental medicine / by Jeffrey M. Casiglia and Peter L. Jacobsen
BC Decker, c2008


Thesis

Development and characterization of a controlled expression system for osteogenic genes / by Hyun Woo Albert Kim

Thesis (M.Sc.)—University of Toronto, c2011


Impact of orthodontic mini-screw angulation relative to direction of force application on stability, movement, and peri-implant interface / by Michael Patrick O’Toole

Thesis (M.Sc.)—University of Toronto, c2011

Proliferation of pathogenic biofilms within sealer-root dentin interfaces is affected by sealer type and aging period / by Karina Adriana Roth

Thesis (M.Sc.)—University of Toronto, c2011

Rac2 is required for formation of extracellular traps in neutrophils / by Byung Hyun (Michael) Lim

Thesis (M.Sc.)—University of Toronto, c2011

New Books July 2011

Books

Cosmetic facial surgery / by Joe Niamtu, III.

Elsevier Mosby, c2011

"This dramatic and compelling guide to cosmetic facial surgery will enhance your practice. Internationally-known surgeon Joe Niamtu walks you through facial cosmetic procedures, from the upper face to the lower face and neck area. Procedures covered include transfollicular subcutaneous brow and forehead lift, endoscopic and open brow lift, cosmetic blepharoplasty, rhinoplasty, cervicofacial rhytidectomy, facial implants, cosmetic otoplasty, injectable fillers, lip reduction, removal of nevi and lesions with radiowave surgery, and laser surgery to remove vascular lesions". Taken from backcover

Current concepts on temporomadibular disorders / by Daniele Manfredini

Quintessence Publishing, 2010


Epigenetic orthodontics in adults / by G. Dave Singh and James A. Krumholtz

SMILE Foundation, c2009

"The first book to reshape the current thinking of what's possible with adult orthodontic treatments. Discover new outcomes in adult orthodontics, including improved health and esthetic benefits achieved by influencing craniofacial growth and midfacial development, using a unique orthodontic treatment protocol." Taken from backcover

Immediate loading : a new era in oral implantology / by Tiziano Testori, Fabio Galli and Massimo Del Fabbro

Quintessence Publishing, c2011

"This new book brings together and illustrates, in 21 detailed chapters, all of the aspects linked to immediate loading in oral implantology: scientific and clinical components, protocols, and medicolegal implications. The first remarkable characteristics of this book are the completeness of the information and the exhaustive treatment of the subject. The biologic and biomechanical foundations for immediate loading are dealt with, as are its links with the latest generation implant serfaces, medical history, diagnostics, surgery, prosthetics, and madicolegal issues..." Taken from Foreword, xx.

Pediatric laser dentistry : a user’s guide / by Giovanni Olivi, Fred S. Margolis and Maria Daniela Genovese

Quintessence Publishing, c2011

"This textbook presents both the fundamental principles of laser operation and the clinical applications of this amazing technology in pediatric dentistry. The first part explains the basic science of light and laser energy and provides explanations about the operating components of a laser. There is a discussion of the interaction of dental tissue with laser radiation, followed by a description of the particular devices and wavelenghts available in dentistry. The second part of the text shows the role of the laser in operative pediatric dentistry." Taken from Foreword, viii

Treatment of endodontic infections / by Jose F. Sigueira, Jr.

Quintessence Publishing, c2011

"A thorough understanding of disease etiology and pathogenesis is cardinal to any healthcare profession and provides the framework for effective treatment. Consequently, a thorough understanding of the microbiologic aspects of apical periodontitis is essential for high-quality endodontic practice based on a solid scientific foundation. The first section of this book deals with microbiologic and pathophysiologic aspects of apical periodontitis, while the second section describes the best evidence for predictable treatment and prevention of the disease. Clinical techniques and protocols to treat endodontic infections are also described in detail". Taken from backcover.


Thesis


Blockade of TLR2 inhibits P. gingivalis suppression of mineralized matrix formation by human dental pulp stem cells / by Valerie Tom-Kun Yamagishi
Thesis (M.Sc.)—University of Toronto, c2011.


Dynamic Gd-DTPA enhanced MRI as a surrogate marker of angiogenesis in tissue-engineered rabbit calvarial constructs: a pilot study / by Marc G. DuVal.
Thesis (M.Sc.)—University of Toronto, c2011.




The effect of splinted prosthesis on posterior dental implants on radiographic crestal bone levels / by Jaffer Yusufali Kermalli.
Thesis (M.Sc.)—University of Toronto, c2011.


Pediatric dentists’ behavior management of children with autism spectrum disorders / by Evan Zaretsky.
Thesis (M.Sc.)—University of Toronto, c2011.

New Books - June 2011

BOOKS

The basic rule of oral rehabilitation / by Michael Racich

Palmeri Publishing, c2010

"[This book] will create and simplify for the reader a practical approach for the diagnostic, treatment, and maintenance phases of patient care by providing 33 Basic Rules which are memorable, sequential, and gratifying....The Basic Rules are divided into 4 major sections: The Patients, The Plan, The Process, The Payoff". Take from foreword, pg. 6

Basics of dental technology: a step-by-step approach / by Tony Johnson et al.

Wiley-Blackwell, c2011

"[This book] is a major new resource for trainee dental technicians and undergraduate dental students that provdies a clear, comprehensive and easy-to-use companion to study and practice. Employing a task-based approach, the book offers illustrated, step-by-step guidance to the current techniques and materials used in dental technology. As well as providing thorough instruction in core competencies such as impression handling, model production, tray construction, articulators and facebows..." Taken from back cover

 

A clinical guide to occlusion: the authoritative reference for dental practitioners and students / by S.J. Davies and R.J.M. Gray

British Dental Association, c2010.

"[This book] aims to provide a working guide for the practising dentist on this important subject, which can often appear confusing. Exploring the role of occlusion in dental practice, the authors build on evidence from practice-based research to describe a philosophy based on contemporary good practice." Taken from back cover

Comprehensive occlusal concepts in clinical practice / by Irwin M. Becker

Wiley-Blackwell, c2011

"[This book] aims to provide a clear and thorough guide to the understanding and application of occlusal concepts in the dental practice, enabling dentists to gain a straightforward understanding of widely recognized occlusal principles and practices to engender longevity, predictability, and professional confidence in everyday dental procedures." Taken from back cover

Dental composites / by Frederick C. Calhoun
Nova, c2011

"This book presents current research in the study of dental composites, including dental composite core materials; the design and development of novel urethane dimethacrylate monomers in dental compositions; and the development of low-shrinkage dental composites." Taken from Preface, vii

Dental materials at a glance / by J.A. von Fraunhofer

Wiley-Blackwell, c2010

"[This book] is the new 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 encapsulating essential information."

Essentials of orthognathic surgery, second edition / by Johan P. Reyneke

Quintessence Books, c2010

"The positive reception of the first edition Essentials of Orthognathic Surgery was gratifying and can probably be ascribed to its concise and to-the-point approach. This second edition pursues the same objectives of the first: to meet the needs of oral and maxillofacial surgery and orthodontic residents in training as well as young clinicians interested in orthognathic surgery." Taken from Preface to the Second Edition

Focus mutal information for radical image alignment in dentistry, orthodontics and craniofacial surgery / by Wolfgang Jacquet

VubPress, c2009.

"This book provides detailed description of alignment methodologies based on Mutual Information (MI) alignment / registration criteria." Taken from back cover

Fundamentals of color : Shade matching and communication in esthetic dentistry, second edition / by Stephen J. Chu et al.

Quintessence Books, c2010

"This second edition delves more deeply into digital photography and material selection. As the dental profession advances, it is necessary that educators and clinicians follow suit and provide additional materials to help others use that technology. The authors have taken the necessary steps to include such information in this edition" Taken from Foreword to the second edition, vi

Health behavior change in the dental practice / by Chistoph A. Ramseier and Jean E. Suvan

Wiley-Blackwell, c2010

"[This book] presents an overview of health behavior change, focusing on the spirit of motivational interviewing. Targeting the clinical application of the principles, the book applies lessons learned from the field of general and behavioral medicine to the dental practice." Taken from back cover

Hypodontia : a team approach to management / John A Hobkirk et al.

Wiley-Blackwell, c2011

"Provides specialist clinicians with a practical reference to the multidisciplinary management of patients with this condition. The book synthesises current information and best practice from specialties involved in the treatment of hypodontia into one comprehensive volume, emphasising a problem-based approach throughout" Taken from back cover

Illustrated dental embryology, histology, and anatomy / by Mary Bath-Balogh and Margaret J. Fehrenbach

Elsevier-Saunders, c2011

"Featuring detailed anatomical illustrated and full-color clinical and microscopic photographs, this updated 3rd Edition provides you with a complete look at dental anatomy, combined with dental embrology and histology and quick review of dental structures." Taken from back cover

Implants made easy / by August de Oliveira

Lulu, c2010

"[This book] covers the entire implant process from treatment planning to cementation. This book was written with one goal in mind: to help General Dentists get involved in implant dentistry. "



Local Anesthesia for Dental Professionals / by Kathy B. Bassett, Arthur C. DiMarco, et al.
Pearson, c2010

"This the complete resource of essential information for pain management courses. It includes coverage of topical anesthetics, dose considerations, inadequate anesthesia and antomical factors. Readers will gain a foundational understanding of each technique, along related with troubleshooting factors and considerations." Taken from back cover

Polymeric materials in dentistry / by Irini D. Sideridou

Nova Science Publishers, c2010

"The aim of this textbook is to help the reader to understand the chemical structure of the polymeric materials used nowadays in dentistry and the relationship between the chemical structure of these materials and the properties." Taken from Preface, viii.

Practice management for the dental team, seventh edition / by Betty Ladley Finkbeiner and Charles Allan Finkbeiner.
Mosby-Elsevier, c2011
 

"This textbook is intended to be used by dentists, dental students, dental assistants, and dental hygienists as a primer and reference guide for the new employee in the dental business office. For the newly practicing dentist this textbook is an excellent resource on how to set up the business office and select staff, equipment, and supplies to maintain this vital part of the practice." Taken from Preface, vii

 
Psychogenic denture intolerance: theoretical background, prevention, and treatment possibilities / by Tibor Karoly Fabian and Pal Fejerdy

Nova Science Publishers, 2010

"The relevant subject areas of this book include peculiarities of denture-related psychological and psycho-physiological phenomena, background and pathomechanisms of denture induced psychosomatic manifestations, preventive- diagnostic and treatment strategies of premised conditions, basic principles of communication and patient-nurse-dentist interrelationships as well as an introduction in several treatment methods like psychotherapeutic approaches, mind-body therapies, physiotherapies, medicamentous therapies, diet therapy, medicinal herb therapy and complementary/alternative medicine (CAM) methods" Take from Preface, xiii.

Stedman’s medical dictionary for the dental professions, illustrated second edition

Wolters Kluwer Health

Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, c2012.

"[Stedman's] is the go-to dictionary for students and professionals in dentistry, dental assisting, and dental hygiene. This comprehensive reference tool provides definitions for more than 16,000 terms, a full-color insert of oral conditions and disorders, and more than 500 illustrations..." Taken from back cover