Wiley-VCH - Dentistry

Business Basics for Dentists

Willis, David O. — 29 Apr 2013 08:17:41 +0200

Dr. David Willis combines his experience as a practicing dentist, educator, MBA, and certified financial planner in this breakthrough text about managing a dental business. Rather than a checklist of steps for success, Business Basics for Dentists describes business, economic, marketing, and management principles and explains how to apply them to the dental practice. Dental students and new practitioners will learn how to use the core strategic and operational business philosophies to develop an effective dental practice. He provides the essential elements of a business course--management principles, economics, business finance, and financial analysis--without bogged down in too much detail. These are then related specifically to various aspects of running and managing a dental practice, including office communications, billing, inventory, and marketing the practice. All aspects of practice transition are approached: career opportunities, buying a practice, starting a new practice, multi-practitioner arrangements, practice valuation, and planning and developing a practice. Last, Willis included personal financial planning to ensure that the dentist is also planning for his own finances and retirement beyond the bounds of the practice. [432 Pages, Softcover]

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The Orthodontic Mini-implant Clinical Handbook

Cousley, Richard — 15 Apr 2013 08:18:04 +0200

The Orthodontic Mini-Implant Clinical Handbook is the must-have book for trainee and practicing orthodontists. It provides the essential theoretical and clinical mini-implant information to enable the clinician to easily introduce skeletal anchorage into their practice across a wide variety of common clinical scenarios. The initial chapters cover general principles with subsequent chapters employing a step-by-step approach to guide the novice through the most common clinical uses for orthodontic mini-implants including: incisor retraction, molar distalisation, transverse and asymmetry corrections, and orthognathic surgery uses. [184 Pages, Hardcover]

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Stem Cells, Craniofacial Development and Regeneration

Huang, George T. J. / Thesleff, Irma (eds.) — 10 Apr 2013 08:17:35 +0200

Providing a comprehensive introduction to stem cells with an emphasis on their role in craniofacial development, Stem Cells, Craniofacial Development and Regeneration details aspects of developmental biology with tissue engineering and regenerative medicine concepts. Exploring the rapidly expanding field of stem cells and regeneration from the perspective of the dentistry and craniofacial community, chapters cover the adipose, dental, and muscle stem cells, as well as mechanisms of craniofacial bone development. In addition, the text covers tooth, salivary gland, and temporomandibular joint development and regeneration. [584 Pages, Hardcover]

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Surgical Essentials of Immediate Implant Dentistry

Beagle, Jay R. — 25 Feb 2013 08:18:13 +0100

Surgical Essentials of Immediate Implant Dentistry provides a definitive text on this important treatment modality. Assisting readers to make sense of the various clinical techniques and protocols, Beagle discusses the available underlying evidence to provide a practical, comprehensive and navigable aid to attaining a thorough understanding of this complex and highly relevant subject. All aspects of immediate placement of endosseous implants are clearly and scientifically discussed, enabling the reader to survey the entire subject area, fusing clinical guidance with scientific discussion. Surgical Essentials of Immediate Implant Dentistry takes pre-operative risk assessment and indications and contraindications for immediate loading as its logical starting point. It then proceeds to examine the treatment of infected sites, extraction site healing, methods of extraction, surgical protocol, and finishes with a discussion of complications.Surgical Essentials of Immediate Implant Dentistry will find a ready place within libraries of oral and maxillofacial surgeons, periodontists and prosthodontists and will provide all dentists with an interest in implant dentistry with a useful and welcome companion to this expanding area of clinical practice and research. [120 Pages, Hardcover]

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Oral Medicine and Medically Complex Patients

Lockhart, Peter B. (ed.) — 28 Jan 2013 08:17:38 +0100

Oral Medicine and Medically Complex Patients, Sixth Edition provides succinct, yet comprehensive information on in-hospital care and outpatient management of the medically complex dental patient, as well as the management of non-surgical problems of the maxillofacial region. Fully revised to include up-to-date information on procedures and medications, the Sixth Edition contains over 15 additional charts and tables for rapid reference and expanded coverage on maxillofacial prosthodontics and increasingly prevalent conditions, such as ONJ. Oral Medicine and Medically Complex Patients follows a practical approach, organizing essential information into quickly referenced tables, easy-to-read diagrams and step-by-step procedures. Replete with examples of hospital charts, operative notes, and consultations, the book provides thorough coverage of the broad scope of clinical problems and patient populations encountered by dentists. A truly must-have resource Oral Medicine and Medically Complex Patients serves the needs of an increasing number of dental students, residents in general practice and specialty training, and practitioners engaged in the care of both hospitalized and ambulatory patients. [512 Pages, Hardcover]

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Risk Assessment and Oral Diagnostics in Clinical Dentistry

Fischer, Dena J. / Treister, Nathaniel S. / Pinto, Andres — 14 Jan 2013 08:19:26 +0100

Many diseases can have an impact upon oral health and/or the safe delivery of dental care. Consequently, oral health care providers need to be comfortable with assessing the risk of providing dental care to their patients with systemic disease as well as the evaluation of oral conditions that may represent manifestations or consequences of systemic disease. Risk Assessment and Oral Diagnostics in Clinical Dentistry aims to enable the dental practitioner to comfortably and capably assess when medical conditions may impact dental care and diagnose oral conditions using routine testing modalities.This clinical guide contains succinct and detailed text with visual aids regarding how to obtain and perform diagnostic tests, how to interpret these tests, and the implications of tests results upon the management of medically complex dental patients and patients with oral conditions. Color photographs show conditions, testing equipment, and test results. An appendix highlights the ten most common oral medicine disorders encountered in dental practice. [240 Pages, Softcover]

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Soft-Tissue Lasers in Dental Hygiene

Blayden, Jessica / Mott, Angie — 17 Dec 2012 08:17:55 +0100

The uses benefits of soft-tissue lasers in dental hygiene practice are myriad. Lasers are used for more effective debridement, scaling and planning, with less pain and bleeding. Hygienists can detect sub- and supra-gingival calculus, remove the bacteria in pockets, and remove granulation, among other treatments. Soft-tissue Lasers in Dental Hygiene is the first book to explain laser use in periodontal therapy. Authors Jessica Blayden and Angie Mott are registered dental hygienists who have been using laser therapy in their dental hygiene practices for several years, and here they share their experience. Blayden and Mott begin by discussing laser history, physics, components, and safety. They then describe the specifics of periodontal therapy--what lasers can be used for, how to implement them, techniques, and protocols. The authors also present case studies that demonstrate how treatment plans are implemented for varying levels of periodontal disease. The authors conclude with chapters on patient communication and practice management. [240 Pages, Softcover]

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Orthodontic Retainers and Removable Appliances

Luther, Friedy / Nelson-Moon, Zararna — 3 Dec 2012 08:17:57 +0100

This book is a practical guide for both dental students and practitioners to designing, fitting and adjusting removable orthodontic appliances and retainers. The book offers step by step instructions with clear illustrations on the key areas of clinical practice. In each case, information is provided on indications for use, principles of design, fitting, activation and trouble shooting. Further chapters coach students to deal effectively with their patients and to manage the treatment plan in question. [198 Pages, Softcover]

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Pathology of the Hard Dental Tissues

Schuurs, Albert — 19 Nov 2012 08:17:41 +0100

This is a seminal text uniquely dedicated to oral hard tissue pathology, presenting the growth of clinical knowledge and advancement in the field in recent years. Starting with a discussion of numerical and formative anomalies and unusual eruption, the book goes on to consider caries, erosion, resorption and toothwear, as well as tooth fractures and discolouration, and ends with a chapter on congenital syndromes with dental anomalies. Pathology of the Hard Dental Tissues is an invaluable reference for specialist practitioners and researchers as well as dental students, combining a scholarly overview of the field with clinical management protocols. Includes prevention techniques as well as treatment regimes * Contains many colour clinical photographs * Accompanied by a large number of references * Provides helpful tables to categorise the causes and characteristics of lesions * Written by a leading expert in the field [456 Pages, Hardcover]

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Paediatric Dentistry at a Glance

Duggal, Monty / Cameron, Angus / Toumba, Jack — 29 Oct 2012 08:18:04 +0100

Paediatric Dentistry at a Glance is the new title in the highly popular At a Glance series. It provides a concise review of comprehensive oral health care for infants and children though adolescence. It is an ideal companion for all students of dentistry, junior clinicians and members of the dental team with an interest in pediatric dentistry. Following the familiar, easy-to-use At a Glance format, each topic is presented as a double-page spread with facts accompanied by clear diagrams and clinical photographs encapsulating essential knowledge. [120 Pages, Softcover]

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The Dentist's Drug and Prescription Guide

Weinberg, Mea / Froum, Stuart — 29 Oct 2012 08:17:53 +0100

The Dentist's Drug and Prescription Guide is written for dental professionals seeking quick advice on prescribing medications for their patients. Using an easy to read question-and-answer format, the text describes evidenced based pharmacologic therapy with current and up-to-date references regarding adjunctive pharmacologic treatment of the dental patient. Drug therapy for each dental discipline including periodontics, implantology, oral surgery, and endodontics is included, with recommendations for pharmacologic treatment with periodontal and implant surgery as well as treatment of periodontal diseases, dental pain, and infections. [248 Pages, Softcover]

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Esthetic Soft Tissue Management of Teeth and Implants

Saadoun, Andre P. — 15 Oct 2012 08:18:27 +0200

This is a step by step guide to success in periodontics and implant dentistry, helping clinicians to create a natural and esthetically pleasing smile for their patients. Starting with a general discussion of facial esthetics and analyzing the dento-gingival constituents of the smile, the book goes on to consider the impact of these on people's quality of life, both in terms of health and social engagement. Subsequent chapters focus on specific esthetic treatments such as crown lengthening procedures, gingival recession coverage with connective tissue grafts or periodontal regenerative material and soft tissue management for natural teeth and implants. Highly illustrated with an abundance of supporting photographs, Esthetic Soft Tissue Management of Teeth and Implants is an essential companion for periodontists and other dental specialists, as well as advanced general dentists with an interest in esthetic, periodontics and implant dentistry. [190 Pages, Hardcover]

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Endodontic Radiology

Basrani, Bettina (ed.) — 24 Sep 2012 08:17:28 +0200

Endodontic Radiology, 2nd edition, is a unique reference that examines all aspects of radiographic imaging related to endodontics. Dr. Bettina Basrani and a team of prestigious international contributors build upon traditional radiographic techniques and include the latest information available on digital radiographs and cone beam computed tomography. More than an overview of equipment, the book delves into radiographic interpretation, differential diagnosis, technical difficulties and special circumstances when taking radiographs during the endodontic treatment, and how to choose the correct radiographic technique to obtain the desired images. [448 Pages, Hardcover]

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Prosthodontics at a Glance

Ahmad, Irfan — 10 Sep 2012 08:17:44 +0200

This latest title in the popular At A Glance series focuses on prosthodontics from diagnostics through treatment to post-operative maintenance. It is an ideal companion for all students of dentistry, clinicians and members of the dental team with an interest in prosthodontics. [126 Pages, Softcover]

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Basic Guide to Anatomy and Physiology for Dental Care Professionals

Hollins, Carole — 27 Aug 2012 08:17:44 +0200

The Basic Guide to Anatomy and Physiology for Dental Care Professionals introduces the fundamentals of human anatomy and physiology to the student Dental Care Professional. Written in a clear, accessible style, it provides dental nurses, hygienists, therapists and clinical dental technicians with essential grounding in the head and neck area, as well as all the body systems that have implications for the DCP when things go wrong. Beginning with a definition of anatomy and physiology, and with all the basics of cell, tissue and organ biology, this Basic Guide covers: * the cardiovascular, respiratory and digestive systems, all of which are central to the DCP curriculum * core areas such as skull and oral anatomy, periodontal tissues, blood and nerve supply to the oral cavity, muscles of mastication, and major salivary glands * areas such as jaw and tooth development, and the histology or oral and dental tissue Each area is covered separately and in depth, giving the reader an understanding of their structure and function in health as well as illnesses relevant to medical emergencies and dental-related disorders (such as acid reflux which causes tooth erosion). [192 Pages, Softcover]

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Treating the Dental Patient with a Developmental Disorder

Raposa, Karen A. / Perlman, Steven P. (eds.) — 9 Jul 2012 08:18:07 +0200

Treating the Dental Patient with a Developmental Disorder provides a basic understanding of patients with developmental and intellectual disorders and offers help in communicating with and treating these patients. Treating the Dental Patient with a Developmental Disorder is a must-have book for practicing and student pediatric dentists, general dentists, and dental hygienists whose patients include families with developmentally or intellectually disabled members. [296 Pages, Softcover]

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Clinical Cases in Orthodontics

Cobourne, Martyn T. / Fleming, Padhraig S. / DiBiase, Andrew T. / Ahmad, Sofia — 25 Jun 2012 08:17:38 +0200

Wiley-Blackwell's Clinical Cases series is designed to recognize the centrality of clinical cases to the profession by providing actual cases with an academic backbone. Clinical Cases in Orthodontics applies both theory and practice to real-life orthodontic cases in a clinically relevant format. This unique approach supports the new trend in case-based and problem-based learning, thoroughly covering topics ranging from Class I malocclusions to orthognathic surgery. Highly illustrated in full color, Clinical Cases in Orthodontics' format fosters independent learning and prepares the reader for case-based examinations. [456 Pages, Softcover]

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Clinical Cases in Pediatric Dentistry

Moursi, Amr M. (ed.) — 18 Jun 2012 08:17:52 +0200

Wiley-Blackwell's Clinical Cases series is designed to recognize the centrality of clinical cases to the profession by providing actual cases with an academic backbone. Clinical Cases in Pediatric Dentistry applies both theory and practice to real-life pediatric dentistry cases in a clinically relevant format. This unique approach supports the new trend in case-based and problem-based learning, thoroughly covering topics ranging from infant oral health to complex pulp therapy. Highly illustrated in full color, Clinical Cases in Pediatric Dentistry's format fosters independent learning and prepares the reader for case-based examinations. [380 Pages, Softcover]

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The ADA Practical Guide to Patients with Medical Conditions

Patton, Lauren L. (ed.) — 18 Jun 2012 08:17:37 +0200

The ADA Practical Guide to Patients with Medical Conditions is designed to assist in the safe delivery of coordinated oral health care for patients with medical conditions. Many diseases, as well as some medical treatments, have oral manifestations that may reflect the patient's general health status. The dentist is particularly qualified and trained to diagnose and make evidence-based treatment decisions to help manage these oral conditions. [492 Pages, Softcover]

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Comprehensive Preventive Dentistry

Limeback, Hardy (ed.) — 11 Jun 2012 08:17:53 +0200

Comprehensive Preventive Dentistry provides one user-friendly resource that brings together information on the scientific basis and clinical practice of all aspects of preventive dentistry. This thorough and all-encompassing resource offers techniques and strategies for maintaining excellent oral health in patients through a regimen of preventive measures. Comprehensive Preventive Dentistry is grounded in a patient-centered, pre-emptive, and minimally invasive philosophy. The book begins by covering individual diseases, such as caries, periodontitis, and oral cancer, as well as therapies (sealants, fluoride) and other relevant conditions (toothwear, hypersensitivity). Additionally, concepts such as the role of diet and nutrition in oral health are discussed. Also covered are oral care products and new techological developments in caries diagnosis and risk assessment, periodontal disease and oral cancer, as well as new developments in home care products. A valuable and comprehensive companion that will appeal to dentists and dental hygienists, this helpful new book provides its readers with one authoritative resource that offers a reliable and helpful companion to practicing preventive dentistry. [404 Pages, Softcover]

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Mineralized Tissues in Oral and Craniofacial Science

McCauley, Laurie K. / Somerman, Martha J. (eds.) — 14 May 2012 08:17:36 +0200

Mineralized Tissues in Oral and Craniofacial Science is a major comprehensive update on knowledge in the field of mineralized tissues in the oral and craniofacial region. Drs. McCauley and Somerman assembled an international team of researchers and clinicians, offering a global perspective on the current knowledge in this field. Basic and clinical correlates reinforce the significance of research to clinical diagnoses and therapies, written in a manner that lends easily to their use for case study teaching venues. [392 Pages, Hardcover]

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Questions and Answers for Dental Nurses

Hollins, Carole — 7 May 2012 08:20:08 +0200

Questions and Answers for Dental Nurses has been completely revised and updated for its third edition. Encompassing the significant changes to the NEBDN National Certificate, this book now includes both standard Multiple Choice Questions and the new style Extended Matching Questions with helpful explanatory information on responses. As a self-assessment tool this revision guide is a must-have for all trainee dental nurses looking to sit either the NEBDN examination or the NVQ in Oral Healthcare, up to level 3. * Completely revised content and updated format * The author is the current Chairman of the NEBDN and a member of its 'New Exam Project' Question Writing Team. * 14 chapters in 4 sections covering the whole curriculum * 2 types of multiple choice question throughout : - 1 of 5 single best answer questions - New scenario-based extended matching questions * Clear explanation of answers * Invaluable resource for independent revision * Boosts confidence of readers preparing for examinations [272 Pages, Softcover]

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Cosmesis of the Mouth, Face and Jaws

Guttenberg, Steven A. (ed.) — 16 Apr 2012 08:18:53 +0200

Cosmesis of the Mouth, Face and Jaws provides a unique, whole-face approach to cosmetic procedures, focusing on oral, facial and gnathic components. Covering the core repertoire of cosmetic facial and dental procedures, including oral and maxillofacial surgery, cosmetic dentistry, prosthetic dentistry, orthodontics, head and neck surgery, plastic surgery, dermatology and more, this landmark text offers thorough and pragmatic clinical guidance in each area, as well as discussion of the relevant biological and scientific background, evidence (where available) and detection and avoidance of complications. [348 Pages, Hardcover]

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Oral Wound Healing

Larjava, Hannu (ed.) — 16 Apr 2012 08:18:51 +0200

Oral Wound Healing: Cell Biology and Clinical Management brings experts from around the world together to provide an authoritative reference on the processes, principles and clinical management of wound healing in the oral mucosa. Promoting a thorough understanding of current research on the topic, this new resource draws together thinking on the basic biological processes of wound healing in the oral environment. Beyond this, the book goes on to examine topics pertinent to the effective clinical management of oral wound healing. [432 Pages, Hardcover]

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Clinical Textbook of Dental Hygiene and Therapy

Noble, Suzanne (ed.) — 16 Apr 2012 08:18:41 +0200

Fully revised and updated to reflect changes in clinical practice, legislation and regulation, this groundbreaking textbook intertwines the subjects of dental hygiene and dental therapy to provide a comprehensive resource for students of these courses, as well as those studying new degree programmes in oral health science. Following course developments and an expansion in the remit of both hygienists and therapists, this book has been written not only for students, but as a revision and updating manual for those already in practice. [430 Pages, Softcover]

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Dental Emergencies

Greenwood, Mark / Corbett, Ian — 11 Apr 2012 08:18:20 +0200

Dental Emergencies is a readily accessible guide to the treatment and management of dental emergencies for everyday use in clinical practice. Full of clinical examples and step-by-step procedures, the book distils essential information on traumatic injuries, pain, and oral lesions into a succinct, highly valuable reference. Written by an expert in the field, the book covers the full range of the dental emergencies including discussion of clinical examination and assessment of potential complications, pain management, acute oral medical and surgical conditions and restorative dental emergencies. [248 Pages, Softcover]

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Orthodontic Treatment of Impacted Teeth

Becker, Adrian — 2 Apr 2012 08:18:10 +0200

Orthodontic Treatment of Impacted Teeth provides its readers with a gold-standard resource to tackle common, complex and multi-factorial clinical scenarios. Rooted firmly in the scientific reality, it also provides a valuable repository of the evidence-base for this subject area. The third edition of this classic text has been fully revised and updated to reflect the latest advances in research and clinical practice. It discusses recent developments in the periodontal outcome of surgical exposure of impacted teeth, and also incorporates more protocols for routine cases. This enables clinicians to develop their skills in the simpler cases, as well as to improve their understanding of complex and rare presentations. An especially useful chapter looks at failure and impending failure, providing a valuable insight into the real life management of impacted teeth. The author describes how to recognize failure and proposes ways to avoid it, frequently illustrating them with cases from his own clinic.* Provides unparalleled coverage of the evidence base [456 Pages, Hardcover]

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Oral Precancer

Thomson, Peter (ed.) — 2 Apr 2012 08:18:08 +0200

Oral Precancer is a preeminent new book that compiles recent research on precancer conditions of the oral cavity and their specific application to the dental field. In addition to providing a scientific and evidence-based survey of the disparate sources of oral precancer research, this book presents practical information for dental practitioners. Written by a prominent researcher in the field, Oral Precancer furnishes its readers with a balanced approach to this highly topical subject. [236 Pages, Hardcover]

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Oral Rehabilitation

Klineberg, Iven / Kingston, Diana — 2 Apr 2012 08:18:00 +0200

This book provides its readers with a structured approach to decision-making and case management in oral rehabilitation. It is structured around actual patient cases from simple prosthodontics to complex full-mouth reconstructions, demonstrating the formal process by which a diagnosis and treatment plan is reached. Grounded firmly in evidence-based principles, the book also includes a chapter on literature searching in dentistry, which is critical for acquiring a knowledge-base for informed decisions in clinical treatment. [436 Pages, Hardcover]

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Adult Orthodontics

Melsen, Birte (ed.) — 26 Mar 2012 08:18:05 +0200

This book addresses the increasing prominence of adult orthodontics and provides an authoritative resource on the subject. The opening chapters provide the context for adult orthodontics, including patient demographics and etiology. The middle section of the book details treatment planning considerations and approaches. The final part of the book profiles patient cases, suggesting initial outcomes and longer term expectations. This book will be of value to all those providing adult orthodontic services and those dealing with orthodontics as part of the inter-disciplinary management of the adult dentition. [408 Pages, Hardcover]

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Techniques in Complete Denture Technology

Wood, Duncan J. — 19 Mar 2012 08:17:34 +0100

This practical clinical manual focuses on the discipline of complete denture technology. It sets out the ideal properties of complete dentures, and provides the reader with techniques for achieving these when carrying out any stage in the production process. It is essential reading for dental technicians, clinical dental technicians and maxillo-facial prosthetists. [112 Pages, Softcover]

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Orofacial Pain

Clark, Glenn T. / Dionne, Raymond A. (eds.) — 24 Feb 2012 08:18:04 +0100

Orofacial Pain: A Guide to Medications and Management brings together guidance and information on the rational use of medications for the treatment of chronic orofacial pain. Focusing on clinically relevant information throughout and aiming itself squarely at the needs of dentists and other clinicians working directly with orofacial pain, the book covers the use of oral, injectable and topical medications for managing neuropathic and musculoskeletal pain, headache, and uncommon orofacial pain disorders. [408 Pages, Softcover]

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Implant Site Development

Sonick, Michael / Hwang, Debby (eds.) — 22 Feb 2012 08:17:54 +0100

With the desire for dental implant therapy ever escalating, clinicians are faced with the challenge of augmenting deficient natural physiology to provide effective sites for implantation. Implant Site Development helps the clinician decide if, when, and how to create a ridge site amenable to implantation. This practical book offers solutions to many implant site preservation scenarios, discussing different treatment options, timing, a variety of materials and techniques, and their application to the clinical practice. With a unique integrated clinical approach, Implant Site Development covers a range of site development techniques. [456 Pages, Hardcover]

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