Fundamentals of Periodontics
Author(s)/Editor(s): Wilson, Thomas G Jr and Kornman, Kenneth S
Price: $ 74.00
Stock #: B3032
With the aid of 49 contributors, this clinically oriented, evidence-based text reflects the state of the art in periodontics. It guides readers through the background knowledge needed to interpret clinical findings (anatomy, histopathology, microbiology, biochemistry), the examination, the use of a presumptive diagnosis to guide treatment, and specific periodontal therapies including esthetics and implants. Well illustrated, this comprehensive text will serve everyone from students to practitioners.
ISBN: 0-86715-303-2
Table of Contents:
Preface
Basic Terms Used in This Book
Contributors
Part I Knowledge Required to Diagnose and Treat Periodontal Diseases
1. The Pathogenesis of Periodontal Diseases: An Overview
2. The Epidemiology of Periodontal Diseases
3. The Macroanatomy of the Periodontium
4. The Microanatomy of the Periodontium
5. Microbiology and the Etiology of Periodontal Diseases
6. The Biochemistry and Physiology of the Periodontium
7. Immune Responses in Periodontal Diseases
8. Inflammatory Response in Periodontal Diseases
9. The Aging of the Periodontium
10. Infection Control and Personnel Safety in Periodontics
11. Examination of Patients for Detecting Periodontal Diseases
12. Radiography in Periodontal Assessments
13. Supplemental Diagnostics for the Assessment of Periodontal Diseases
14. Systemic Modifiers
Part II Clinical Management of the Periodontium in Health and Disease
The Periodontium in Health and Disease
15. The Healthy Patient
16. The Presumptive Diagnosis and Diagnostically Driven Therapy
17. Treating Plaque-Associated Gingivities
18. Treating Chronic Periodontitis with Early or Moderate Attachment Loss
19. Treating Aggressive Forms of Periodontal Disease
20. Lesions in the Oral Mucous Membranes
21. Re-evaluation/Retreatment
22. Referrals to Specialists
23. Supportive Periodontal Treatment
Part III Adjunctive Therapies Relevant to the Maintenance of Periodontal Health
24. Periodontal Health and Restorative Procedures
25. Occlusal Trauma and Therapy
26. Esthetic Periodontics (Periodontal Plastic Surgery)
27. Dental Implants
28. Orthodontics and the Periodontium
Appendix 1 Health History
Appendix 2 Premedication
Index
576pp: 602 illus (205 in color)
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