Failure in the Restored Dentition


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Esteemed clinician explores the causes of failure in restored dentition and approaches to controlled and predictable treatment. In 36 chapters, the book addresses patient and practice management; techniques, materials, and instrumentation; TMJ disorders and psychogenic dental problems; and treatment planning, including implants. A 22-part appendix, addressing everything from casting to the final restoration, presents the technical side of management. [editor].




Preservation and Restoration of Tooth Structure


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Combining the approaches of preventative and restorative dentistry, this is a revised and updated guide to the clinical techniques and procedures necessary for managing tooth disorders and disease. Introduces minimally invasive dentistry as a model to control dental disease and then restore the mouth to optimal form, function, and aesthetics Contains several student-friendly features, including a new layout, line drawings and clinical photographs to illustrate key concepts Covers fundamental topics, including the evolutionary biology of the human oral environment; caries management and risk assessment; remineralization; principles of cavity design; lifestyle factors; choices between restorative materials and restoration management Includes a companion website with self-assessment exercises for students and a downloadable image bank for instructors




Restoration of Root Canal-Treated Teeth


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This book offers a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the restoration of teeth retained through root canal treatment, from the perspective of adhesive dentistry. The challenge of adhesion to root dentin is first explained and guidance provided on assessment of the restorability of endodontically treated teeth. The types of prefabricated passive post are then described in detail. The advantages and disadvantages of each type are outlined, with identification of the factors that influence post selection. Further topics include the ferrule effect, evidence‐based clinical applications of fiber posts and new methods to lute fiber posts to the root canal without dentin adhesives. In addition, frequent myths are identified and dispelled. All aspects are illustrated with clinical and laboratory images, diagrams and high-resolution electron microscopy photographs.




Principles of Operative Dentistry


Book Description

Dental students are faced with an array of operative procedures;understanding and the development of competence in their use isdemanding. This text aims to detail and justify the basicprinciples involved in operative procedures with the intention ofreinforcing understanding and improving clinical skills. Direct andindirect restorations and endodontic procedures areaddressed. Not only for the student, this book is also designed as a source ofreference for all practitioners who carry out restorative dentistryand are faced with the introduction of new materials andtechniques. Referral to this text and evidence-based practice willassist the clinician in the appropriate selection of newerapproaches to the delivery of modern day care.




Restorative Dentistry


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Restorative Dentistry: An Integrated Approach presents thecore of knowledge that forms the basis of clinical practice inrestorative dentistry. The book contains a practical common-sense approach to clinicalproblems structured within the limitations imposed by the patientand the ability and facilities of the dentist. Subjects included inthe book are Periodontology, Endodontics, Dental Biomaterials, OralBiology and Pathology, and Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics.However Restorative Dentistry offers a somewhat uniqueapproach in that it integrates the basic sciences that arefundamental to clinical practice rather than having separatesections or expecting readers to consult other texts for basicinformation. The integration means that there are not separatesections on the specialist subjects but aspects of these topics aredistributed throughout. This second edition is full colour throughout. It has been fullyrevised with two brand new chapters on Implantology bringing thebook up to date with emerging technologies and developments inclinical procedures and materials.




Successful Posterior Composites


Book Description

The use of resin composite in posterior restorations is an accepted practice, offering a predictable and minimally invasive treatment. Resin composite can be regarded as the "material of choice" for restoring many posterior teeth that have been damaged by caries or trauma. This textbook reviews the most current concepts, presents techniques for successful results, and demonstrates how to avoid common pitfalls.




A Clinical Guide to Advanced Minimum Intervention Restorative Dentistry


Book Description

As restorative dentistry shifts from a focus on core surgical procedures to the patient and their unique needs and values, this new book from acclaimed restorative dentistry expert Professor Avijit Banerjee is designed to support implementation of holistic patient care for long-term oral and dental health. The Guide to Advanced Minimum Intervention Restorative Dentistry describes the entire clinical journey through the minimum intervention oral healthcare delivery framework, with an emphasis on long term, risk-related, prevention-based care. It presents a blend of clinical and scientific evidence-based clinical protocols to guide the practitioner through the four domains of minimum intervention oral care - identifying disease, prevention / control, minimally invasive operative interventions, and review / re-assessment / active surveillance. Written in an engaging contemporary style and easy to navigate, this important book is suitable for all members of the team, from undergraduates to experienced primary care practitioners and specialists alike. - Suitable for all oral healthcare team members - Written in a concise, easy-to-read style with tables, flowcharts, illustrations, clinical images and bulleted lists - Blends clinical and scientific evidence, with clinical cases to support practice - Well-illustrated clinical guide of step-by-step protocols for learning and practising minimally invasive operative care, progressed from the pioneering work of HM Pickard - Includes practical dental disease prevention and control strategies - Covers the latest dental biomaterials and operative technologies - Contemporary approaches to dental caries management – selective caries removal, adhesion and sealed restorations - Long term maintenance of functional tooth-restoration complex using the "5Rs minimally invasive clinical protocols - Self-assessment tasks and references throughout to support personal learning




Clinical Problems in Dentistry


Book Description

Clinical Problems in Dentistry 50 OSCEs and SCRs. This book gives both an understanding and an approach to pass both MFDS and MJDF exams. Detailed cases from real patients will enable the postgraduate dentist to gain an appreciation of the standards required and the professional behaviours expected from a successful candidate. Building the basic OSCE into the SCR, this is the only book aimed at both the MFDS and MJDF exams. Starting with Exam Expectations, the following fi ve chapters of subject-based questions cover: Medical Emergencies, Medical Matters, Ethical Examples, Clinical Cases and ends with Procedural Problems. Written in line with the 2013 GDC Standards, this text should prove to be useful, not only for those preparing for the MFDS and MJDF exams, but for all members of the dental team who wish to use Clinical Problems in Dentistry for their CPD requirements. Clinical Problems in Dentistry has been content evaluated, edited and reviewed. It should prove to be a valuable addition for the modern dental professional’s reading. Key Features: 1. Mandatory Core CPD areas covered. 2. Focus on communication and non-technical skills for the exam and the clinic. 3. Additional information from the OSCE to the SCR level for each question. 4. Citations and references provided for further reading. 5. Easy to read, detailed studies of patients, describing them as people and not just clinical cases.




Evidence-Based Decision Making in Dentistry


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This clinically oriented book covers all aspects of the evidence-based decision making process in multidisciplinary management of the natural dentition. The book opens by clarifying the principles of evidence-based decision making and explaining how these principles should be applied in daily practice. Individual chapters then focus specifically, and in detail, on endodontic, periodontal, and prosthetic considerations, identifying aspects that need to be integrated into decision making and treatment planning. Evidence-based decision making with regard to preservation of the natural tooth versus extraction and implant placement is then discussed, and a concluding chapter examines likely future trends in dentistry and how they may affect clinical decision making. The authors include leading endodontists, periodontists, and prosthodontists. Given the multidisciplinary and comprehensive nature of the book, it will be relevant and interesting to the entire dental community.




Tooth-colored Restoratives


Book Description

Explains the nature, benefits, and limitations of resins and ionomers. Products are classified by material type and clarified as to their use. Text is supported by more than 700 dentists' involvement in study group evaluations of techniques and results. CD-ROM includes complete text and illustrations in fully searchable PDF files. Previous edition: c1998.