Esthetics in Function


Book Description

The esthetic harmony and effectiveness of occlusal function are integrated and are in constant movement in the search for balance. This book, written by a top expert in the field, is about the preservation and enhancement of smile esthetics. The richly illustrated content aims to enhance the clinician's understanding of the static and dynamic principles that act on a patient's stomatognathic system. The main themes of the book – treatment planning and occlusion – are inseparable factors for the success of every restorative treatment. It is only from a complete understanding of the varied and complex relationships between these aspects that the clinician can diagnose and treat a patient with a pragmatic and effective long-term approach. In a clear and uncomplicated manner, the book presents protocols containing all the relevant aspects related to the topic so that excellent results can be obtained with consistency and predictability. The content is based on an extensive literature review and contains the best-quality scientific evidence available at the time of publication, accompanied by the author's valuable commentary and notes.




Smile Design Integrating Esthetics and Function


Book Description

Jonathan B. Levine DMD presents a new volume designed to introduce practitioners to aesthetic dentistry with the goal of safely expanding his or her current scope of ethical dental practice. Richly illustrated in full colour throughout, this beautiful yet practical volume introduces the subject of smile design to the reader with topics ranging from aligners and veneers to space management. Smile Design Integrating Aesthetics and Function will be suitable for dental practitioners worldwide. Experts of international renown present the latest scientifically authoritative and evidenced-based information, amply supported by a high-quality line artwork and photographic illustration Describes in detail assessment techniques for smile design, the use of trial procedures and the use of photography, aligners, and ceramic veneers. Highlights the way in which high quality esthetics can be achieved with a range of techniques. Emphasizes the importance of 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 Designed to challenge traditional thinking, advance knowledge and expand the clinical approach to a growing discipline Offers a highly visual, practical approach in a unique series format Aims to strengthen, enhance and expand the scope of aesthetic professional practice Essentials in Esthetic Dentistry - a beautiful new book series from Elsevier - is under the editorial leadership of Professor Brian J. Millar, BDS, FDSRCS, PhD, FHEA, Consultant in Restorative Dentistry, Professor of Blended Learning in Dentistry, King's College London Dental Institute, London, UK. Each volume in the series is edited by the highest-profile practitioners and specialists from the USA and Europe and has guest contributors from throughout the world. The series aims to provide both a basic and advanced body of knowledge of the many and varied procedures used in esthetic dentistry that are considered by many to be paramount to successful modern-day clinical practice. The series includes a broad range on invasive and non-invasive procedures to suit individual philosophies and international trends.




Contemporary Esthetic Dentistry


Book Description

Covering both popular and advanced cosmetic procedures, Contemporary Esthetic Dentistry enhances your skills in the dental treatments leading to esthetically pleasing restorations. With over 1,600 full-color illustrations, this definitive reference discusses the importance of cariology and caries management, then covers essential topics such as ultraconservative dentistry, color and shade, adhesive techniques, anterior and posterior direct composites, and finishing and polishing. Popular esthetic treatment options are described in detail, including bleaching or tooth whitening, direct and porcelain veneers, and esthetic inlays and onlays. Coverage of advanced cosmetic procedures includes implants, perioesthethics, ortho-esthetics, and pediatric esthetics, providing a solid understanding of treatments that are less common but can impact patient outcomes. Developed by Dr. George A. Freedman, a renowned leader in the field, Contemporary Esthetic Dentistry also allows you to earn Continuing Education credits as you improve your knowledge and skills. - Continuing Education credits are available, allowing you to earn one to two CE credits per chapter. - Detailed coverage of popular esthetic procedures includes bleaching, direct and porcelain veneers, inlays and onlays, posts and cores, porcelain-fused-to-metal restorations, zirconium crowns and bridges, and complete dentures. - Coverage of advanced procedures includes implants, perioesthethics, ortho-esthetics, pediatric esthetics, and sleep-disordered breathing, providing a solid understanding of less-frequently encountered topics that impact the esthetic treatment plan and outcomes. - Coverage of key esthetic dentistry topics and fundamental skills includes cariology and caries management, understanding dental materials, photography, understanding and manipulating of color and shade, adhesive techniques, anterior and posterior direct composites, and finishing and polishing. - Over 1,600 full-color photos and illustrations help to clarify important concepts and techniques, and show treatments from beginning of the case to the final esthetic results. - Well-known and respected lead author George A. Freedman is a recognized author, educator, and speaker, and past president of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and co-founder of the Canadian Academy for Esthetic Dentistry. - Expert contributors are leading educators and practicing clinicians, including names such as Irvin Smigel (the father of esthetic dentistry), Chuck N. Maragos (the father of contemporary diagnostics), Wayne Halstrom (a pioneer in the area of dental sleep medicine), David Clark (one of the pioneers of the microscope in restorative dentistry and founder the Academy of Microscope Enhanced Dentistry), Edward Lynch (elected the most influential person in UK Dentistry in 2010 by his peers), Joseph Massad (creator, producer, director, and moderator of two of the most popular teaching videos on the subject of removable prosthodontics), Simon McDonald (founder and CEO of Triodent Ltd, an international dental manufacturing and innovations company), and many more!




Principles and Practice of Esthetic Dentistry


Book Description

Nairn Wilson CBE – one of the world’s leading dental educationalists – presents a unique volume designed to introduce practitioners to the world of esthetic dentistry with the goal of safely expanding his or her current scope of practice. Richly illustrated and in full colour throughout, this beautiful yet practical volume introduces the subject of esthetic dentistry to the reader with topics ranging from patient psychology and dental ethics to the maintenance of dental attractiveness. Principles and Practice of Esthetic Dentistry will be suitable for all dental practitioners – whether qualified or in training. "..simple, clinically relevant and with up-to-date text providing invaluable tips on many advanced restorative procedures." Reviewed by Zenab Mushtaq on behalf of BDJ Student, July 2015 Provides an important foundation on which to practice effective, minimal intervention esthetic dentistry Edited by a dental educationalist of international renown Clearly written chapters - some containing real-life clinical examples - carefully illustrated by high-quality photography and rich artwork program Shows how effective communication skills, patient empathy, and the ability to build a good rapport between the patient and the various members of the dental team are essential to good practice Explains how to carry out comprehensive examination and assessment of patients seeking esthetic dental care Explores the ethical considerations surrounding treatment intervention Explores the safe and effective use of modern dental materials and techniques Offers a highly visual, practical 'cookbook' approach in a unique series format Aims to strengthen, enhance and expand the scope of professional practice Essentials in Esthetic Dentistry - a beautiful new book series from Elsevier - is under the editorial leadership of Professor Brian Millar, BDS, FDSRCS, PhD, FHEA, Consultant in Restorative Dentistry, Professor of Blended Learning in Dentistry, King's College London Dental Institute, London, UK. Each volume in the series is authored by the highest-profile practitioners and specialists from the USA and Europe and has guest contributors from throughout the world. The series aims to provide both a basic and advanced body of knowledge of the procedures used in esthetic dentistry that are considered by many to be paramount to successful modern-day clinical practice.




Functional Aesthetic Dentistry


Book Description

This book provides all the information needed by the dentist in order to understand functional occlusion and describes a coherent method that, through application of principles of form and function, allows the delivery of predictable, natural, and long-lasting aesthetic results. After clear explanation of the concepts of functional aesthetics, functional occlusion, and the envelope of function, the 12 stages of a complete examination are carefully set out, with accompanying rationale. Similarly, full guidance is provided on acquisition of appropriate diagnostic records, comprising perfect impressions, facebow transfer, centric relation bite record, and digital photographs. Further, a method for correct determination of the incisal edge position is presented, with explanation of the importance of this position to aesthetics, function, and phonetics. A step-by-step description of the treatment planning process is then provided, followed by guidance on preparation design and fabrication of restorations. Readers will find the book to be an invaluable aid to attainment of consistent aesthetic results based on stable occlusion.




Functional Aesthetics for Data Visualization


Book Description

What happens when a researcher and a practitioner spend hours crammed in a Fiat discussing data visualization? Beyond creating beautiful charts, they found greater richness in the craft as an integrated whole. Drawing from their unconventional backgrounds, these two women take readers through a journey around perception, semantics, and intent as the triad that influences visualization. This visually engaging book blends ideas from theory, academia, and practice to craft beautiful, yet meaningful visualizations and dashboards. How do you take your visualization skills to the next level? The book is perfect for analysts, research and data scientists, journalists, and business professionals. Functional Aesthetics for Data Visualization is also an indispensable resource for just about anyone curious about seeing and understanding data. Think of it as a coffee book for the data geek in you. https://www.functionalaestheticsbook.com




Ronald E. Goldstein's Esthetics in Dentistry


Book Description

Die dritte Auflage von Ronald E. Goldstein`s Esthetics in Dentistry stellt eine gründliche Aktualisierung und Erweiterung dieses maßgeblichen Referenzwerks dar. Behandelt werden sämtliche Aspekte der ästhetischen und kosmetischen Zahnheilkunde, von den Prinzipien und Behandlungsverfahren bis hin zu spezifischen Herausforderungen und Komplikationen. - Untersucht umfassend sämtliche Aspekte der ästhetischen und kosmetischen Zahnheilkunde. - Enthält 23 neue Kapitel internationaler Experten des Fachgebiets, vorhandene Kapitel wurde vollständig aktualisiert. - Mit mehr als 3700 hochwertigen Fotos und Illustrationen. - Präsentiert klinische Fallstudien und Behandlungsalgorithmen und macht dieses Buch für den Klinikalltag noch bedeutsamer. - Legt den Schwerpunkt auf klinische Szenarien. Alle Informationen sind umfassend wissenschaftlich belegt.




Cohort Studies in Health Sciences


Book Description

Introductory Chapter: The Contribution of Cohort Studies to Health Sciences.




Esthetic Dentistry


Book Description

Troubleshooting guide -- Principles of esthetics -- Introduction to esthetics -- Fundamentals of esthetics -- Esthetic materials and techniques -- Dentin bonding agents -- Color modifiers and opaquers -- Composite resin : fundamentals and direct technique restorations -- Composite resin : indirect technique restorations -- Ceramometal : full coverage restorations -- Porcelain : full coverage restorations -- Porcelain laminate veneers and other partial coverage restorations -- Adhesive resin bonded cast restorations -- Acrylic and other resins : provisional restorations -- Acrylic and other resins : removable prostheses -- Bleaching and related agents -- Esthetics and other clinical applications -- Esthetics and oral photography -- Esthetics and electrosurgery -- Esthetics and implants prosthetics -- Pediatric dentistry -- Esthetics and periodontics -- Esthetics and orthodontics -- Esthetics and oral and maxillofacial surgery -- Esthetics and implant surgery -- Esthetics and laser surgery -- Esthetics and plastic surgery -- Esthetics and advanced technology -- Esthetic practice management -- Esthetics and psychology -- Esthetics and dental marketing -- Esthetics and dental jurisprudence -- Appendices -- Custom staining -- Ninety-second rubber dam placement -- Smile analysis -- Sample legal forms -- List of manufacturers.




Functional Occlusion


Book Description

This book uses an interdisciplinary approach to explain the origin of and possible solutions to many different occlusal problems. Dr. Peter E. Dawson guides the reader along the way providing balanced explanations of theory and technique. He also debunks many popular misconceptions through practical discussion of their origins and the deficiencies of the arguments behind them. Different sides of many philosophies are presented while guiding the reader to the most functional and esthetic solution to various occlusal situations. Hundreds of full-color photographs, illustrations, and diagrams show aspects of the masticatory system, the epidemiology of occlusal problems, and procedures for finding the ideal occlusion. Whether the reader is a general dentist or a specialist, they will find this book applicable to their treatment methods and philosophies.OUTSTANDING FEATURES - Special atlas sections break down complex information accompanied by descriptive diagrams and photographs to further explain sources of occlusal disorders and related pain. - Hundreds of full-color photographs and illustrations show problems and procedures. - Procedure boxes offer step-by-step explanations of specific procedures. - Important Considerations boxes in the Treatment chapters outline treatment plans and describe what is to be accomplished. - Programmed treatment planning, a specific process that guides a clinician through every step for solving even the most complex restorative or esthetic challenge. - The role of TMJs and occlusion in "everyday" dentistry. - The role of occlusion in orofacial pain and TMD, and in anterior esthetics. - Simplified occlusal equilibration and how to explain this process to patients. - The functional matrix concept for exceptional, foolproof smile design. - The five options for occlusal correction and how to apply them to practice. - Use and abuse of occlusal sprints. - Coordinating occlusal treatment with specialists for a fully interdisciplinary approach. - Specific criteria for success and how to test for each.