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Pulp-Dentin Biology in Restorative Dentistry
Ivar A. Mjör
A basic understanding of the pulp-dentin complex is presented and its
response to intraoral insults and restorative procedures described. The
author starts by explaining the structure and physiology of these dental
tissues and then transfers this knowledge to clinical practice. Supple-mented
with numerous histologies, this book is a must-read for students
and restorative dentists alike.
168 pp (softcover); 283 illus (158 color); ISBN 0-86715-412-8; £42
Advances in Operative Dentistry
Volume 1 and Volume 2
Edited by Jean-François Roulet, Nairn H.F. Wilson,
and Massimo Fuzzi
This two-volume set offers readers comprehensive insight into the con-temporary
practice of operative dentistry and the scientific principles
upon which it is based. Written by a select group of experts and featur-ing
color illustrations throughout, these volumes address all aspects of
everyday procedures as well as the latest innovative technologies. Vol-ume
1 covers both basic and advanced operative treatment techniques,
including the preservation of tooth tissues, the maintenance of tooth
vitality, and the placement of direct and indirect restorations in anterior
and posterior teeth. Volume 2 offers an authoritative overview of future
approaches to operative dentistry with emphasis on the scientific basis
for state-of-the-art techniques.
Volume 1: Contemporary Clinical Practice
264 pp; 474 illus (444 color); ISBN 0-86715-402-0; £84
Volume 2: Challenges of the Future
336 pp; 235 illus (218 color); ISBN 0-86715-403-9; £69
Fundamentals of Operative Dentistry:
A Contemporary Approach, Second Edition
Edited by James B. Summitt, J. William Robbins, and Richard S. Schwartz
This revised textbook combines time-proven methods with the latest
scientific developments in preventive and restorative dentistry. Existing
chapters have been updated, and five new chapters have been added.
Students, educators, and practitioners alike will find this text a valuable
resource for choosing among the widening range of treatment options.
588 pp; 1,393 illus (440 color); ISBN 0-86715-382-2; £54
Decision-Making in Operative Dentistry
P. A. Brunton
Operative Dentistry is a rapidly changing field of restorative dentistry.
Advances in caries diagnosis and management strategies, pulp pro-tection
philosophies, tooth preparation techniques and dental mate-rials
have left practitioners somewhat unsure as to what is best prac-tice.
This book answers many of the questions frequently posed by
practitioners, encourages a less interventive philosophy and is an
easy-to-use resource for clinical decision-making.
100pp; 88 illus; ISBN 1-85097-057-2; £28
Adhesive Metal-Free Restorations:
Current Concepts for the Esthetic Treatment of Posterior Teeth
Didier Dietschi and Roberto Spreafico
This book offers a simple yet comprehensive approach to the esthet-ic
adhesive restoration of posterior teeth. The direct, semidirect, and
indirect techniques, as well as luting and finishing procedures, are
covered in detail. Systematic, complete coverage, combined with
exceptional photography, make this a unique resource for students,
general dentists, and prosthodontists.
220 pp; 446 illus (355 color); ISBN 0-86715-328-8; £69
Hybridization of Dental Hard Tissues
Nobuo Nakabayashi and David H. Pashley
The formation of a hybrid layer allows for advanced dental treatments
that were previously impossible using conventional techniques. Dis-cussed
are properties of dentin; acidic conditioning and hybridization
of substrates; and characterization, quality, and clinical functions of
the hybrid layer. This book is useful for anyone who wants to learn
more about resin hybridization of tooth structure.
135 pp (softcover); 80 illus (some color); ISBN 4-87417-575-9; £28
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