New books received today

Essentials of dental radiography for dental assistants and hygienists / Evelyn M. Thomson. 9th ed., Upper Saddle River, N.J.: Pearson, 2012.

A clear, up-to-date, and student-friendly text that tightly links oral radiological principles with modern practice. It presents all information needed for introductory courses in dental radiography, preparing students for board and licensing examinations while offering real-world resources for clinical practice and patient management.







Hypodontia: a team approach to management. / J.A. Hobkirk (et al). Oxford: Wiley-Blackwell, 2011.

Provides specialist clinicians with a practical reference to the multidisciplinary management of patients with this condition. The book synthesises current information and best practice from specialties involved in the treatment of hypodontia into one comprehensive volume, emphasising a problem-based approach throughout.








State-of-the-art orthodontics: self-ligating appliances, miniscrews and second molar extractions. / Hugo Trevisi. London: Mosby/Elsevier, 2011.

A lavishly illustrated book explaining the latest techniques in the management of Class II and III malocclusions including severe over-crowding. Places particular emphasis on the role of the ClarityT Self-Ligating appliance - an esthetic device that also demonstrates excellent sliding biomechanics and allows use of low force levels and reduced treatment times.






EMQs for dentistry / Douglas Hammond. 2nd ed., Knutsford: PasTest, 2011.

The 2nd ed contains more than 320 EMQs covering the dental undergraduate syllabus taught in the UK’s dental schools. Questions are grouped by subject enabling students to focus their revision on their weaker areas. Thorough explanations and answers for every question help students to develop their learning and understanding. Includes useful hips and tips on how to approach the exam.







Dr. Lazare's The patient's guide to dentistry / Marc Lazare. Bloomington, Ind.: Trafford Pub, 2011.

This book was written by the creator of the popular Dental Expert and Pediatric Dental Expert app for the iPhone and iPad, Dr. Marc Lazare, who has gathered information from the top dental experts in their fields to answer the most frequently asked dental questions in all categories of dental care.








A clinical guide to implants in dentistry / Richard M. Palmer. 2nd ed., London: British Dental Association, 2008.

The book is intended to give the clinician a wide appreciation of tretment planning, the various stages of treatment and how implant dentistry relates to, and compares with, other treatment options.








Illustrated dental embryology, histology and anatomy. Student workbook. / Mary Bath-Balogh. 3rd ed., St Louis: Elsevier S̀̀̀̀̀̀̀aunders, 2011.

Master the content from your textbook with this helpful study tool! Corresponding to the chapters in Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy, 3rd Edition, this workbook helps you understand and apply material with case studies, labeling exercises, helpful guidelines, and more.







4D implant therapy: esthetic considerations for soft tissue management. / Akiyashi Funato. London: Quintessence Pub., 2011.

Clinicians today recognize the need for a restoration-driven approach to implant therapy that considers the placement in bone and soft tissue from a three-dimensional perspective. However, the authors of this book assert that for optimal esthetics and patient satisfaction, a fourth dimension - timing - must be given equal weight in implant treatment planning.






Cosmetic surgery for the oral and maxillofacial surgeon / John E. Griffin (ed). Hanover Park, IL: Quintessence Pub., 2010.

Although many surgeons have already expanded their practices to include cosmetic procedures, this straightforward "how-to" manual is the first book to situate cosmetic facial surgery fully within the scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery. The authors guide the reader step-by-step through each procedure, from preoperative evaluation to surgical technique to postoperative concerns, and finally conclude with expert caveats on how to avoid complications.






Basic immunology: functions and disorders of the immune system. / Abul K. Abbas. 3rd ed., London : Saunders, 2011.

This updated 3rd edition of Basic Immunology provides a readable and concise introduction to the workings of the human immune system, with emphasis on clinical relevance. The format makes learning easy with short, easy-to-read chapters, color tables, key point summaries, and review questions in every chapter.

Columbia Dentoform models

The Library has purchased a set of 11 Columbia Dentoform models for student use. They are on Reserve which means they can only be borrowed for two hours at a time, and I am afraid no overnight loans.

The same models are being used in our SIM Clinics and should you break or damage a tooth in any of the models you will be able to buy a replacement from vending machines located at the SDH and Mons Rd.

For descriptions of these 11 models please go to the Columbia Dentofom website.

New books received this week

Essentials of orthodontics: diagnosis and treatment. / Robert N. Staley. Ames, Iowa: Wiley-Blackwell, 2011.

This text is designed to help dental students, orthodontic residents, and general dentists understand the basic concepts and procedures essential to the diagnosis, planning, and treatment of patients who have relatively simple malocclusion problems.








Diagnosis and treatment in prosthodontics / William R. Laney (ed). 2nd ed., Hanover Park, IL: Quintessence Pub., 2011.

While many prosthodontics textbooks focus on the art and technical science of prosthetic treatment, this book addresses the medical and surgical aspects of treating partially and completely edentulous patients and emphasizes the need to attend to the biologic, psychologic, and social dimensions of illness and care.






Treatment of endodontic infections / José F. Siqueira (ed). London: Quintessence Pub., 2011.

The ultimate goal of endodontic treatment is either to prevent the development of apical periodontitis or to create adequate conditions for periradicular tissue healing. This book provides effective treatment options for achieving both goals.








Dentistry's business secrets: proven growth strategies for your new or existing practice. /Edward M. Logan. Bloomington, IN.: Authorhouse, 2011.

Whether you are a new dentist opening your first practice or an experienced dentist looking to take your current practice to the next level, Dr. Edward Logan’s new book on dental practice growth will help you achieve your goals.







Complications in dentoalveolar surgery. / D.R. Yamashita (ed). Philadelphia, PA: W.B. Saunders Company, 2011.

This volume attempts to address some of the medical and surgical complications that may be encountered during the care and treatment of dentoalveolar surgery patients.

More new books

Diagnostic imaging. Oral and maxillofacial. / Lisa J. Koenig. Salt Lake City: Amirsys Pub., 2012.

This book is written primarily for dentists who currently use or plan to use CT or CBCT technology in their practices. It can also benefit radiologists interested in the head and neck region who would like a dentist’s perspective.








Maxillofacial rehabilitation: prosthodontic and surgical management of cancer-related, acquired, and congenital defects of the head and neck. / John Beumer (et al). 3rd ed., Hanover Park, IL: Quintessence Pub., 2011.

This updated edition with an emphasis on a truly multidisciplinary approach provides the reader with insights into the latest developments in maxillofacial prosthetics, reconstructive surgery, and dental care. New chapters present information on digital technology and tissue engineering, and all chapters have undergone significant revision.






Pickard's manual of operative dentistry / Avijit Banerjee. 9th ed., Oxford; New York: Oxford University Press, 2011.

The 9th edition of this book describes, in a clear and structured manner, the causes of dental disease, methods of identifying the disease process in our patients, and the development and execution of patient-centred management strategies based on disease control and lesion prevention.







Manual of wire bending techniques / Eiichiro Nakajima. Hanover Park, IL: Quintessence Pub., c2010.

The authors of this step-by-step manual detail the essential components and techniques of customized wire bending, including the first-, second-, third-, and fourth-order bends; selection and proper manipulation of pliers; and optimal methods of adjustment to be used during orthodontic treatment. A must-have guide for orthodontists.







Jaypee's dental dictionary / Priya Verma Gupta. New York: McGraw Hill, 2011.

A compact yet comprehensive dictionary of hundreds of dental words and terms enhanced by numerous full-color photographs and diagrams. It covers all key topic areas, including syndromes, causes of dental diseases, tooth numbering systems, and more.

New books received this week

Temporomandibular disorders: a problem based approach. / Robin J.M. Gray (et al). Chichester, UK: Wiley-Blackwell, 2011.

A quick, systematic and logical approach to diagnosing and treating temporomandibular disorders (TMD), this latest book in the Dental Update series is an essential clinical companion for dental students and practising dentists.







Getting into dental school / Adam Cross. 7th.ed, Richmond: Trotman, 2011.

Are you keen to study dentistry at university? Need advice on making your dental school application stand out head and shoulders above the rest? If so, Getting into Dental School is the book for you, full of essential information that can secure your place at the dental school of your choice.







Student workbook for modern dental assisting / Doni L. Bird. 10th ed, St. Louis, Mo.: Saunders Elsevier, 2012.

Easy to understand and simple to use, Student Workbook for Modern Dental Assisting, 10th Edition, provides the best review and practice available in workbook form for mastering core dental assisting skills.








Local anesthesia for the dental hygienist / Demetra Daskalos Logothetis. St. Louis, Mo.: Elsevier/Mosby, 2012.

Written by a dental hygienist for dental hygienists, this book helps you learn the safe and effective administration of local anesthesia. Full-color photographs illustrate specific injection techniques, and colorful illustrations show dental anatomy.








Stedman's dental dictionary 2nd ed., Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer Health, 2011.

Be it dentistry, dental assisting, or dental hygiene, this dictionary is the go-to resource for all students in the dental field. It contains definitions for nearly 16,000 terms relevant to all dental professions and includes more than 500 illustrations, most in full color.







Basics of dental technology: a step by step approach. / Tony Johnson. Chichester, West Sussex: Blackwell Pub., 2011.

As well as providing thorough instruction as to core competencies in impression handling, model production, tray construction, articulators and facebows, the book introduces the reader to the basics of more specific and/or specialist areas of practice, such as complete and partial denture prosthetics, fixed prosthodontics, orthodontic work, maxillo-facial technology, occlusion and implants.






Dentists, specialists and allied practitioners in Australia: dental labour force collection, 2006. Canberra: AIHW, 2011.

The Australian dental labour force in 2006 continued to be dominated by general dental practitioners (67%) and specialists (about 10%). The allied practitioner proportion of 23% was made up of therapists (9%), prosthetists (7%), hygienists (5%) and oral health therapists (2%).






Surgical complications in oral implantology: etiology, prevention, and management. / Louie Al-Faraje. Hanover Park, IL: Quintessence Pub., 2011.

This book is designed as a self-instruction guide to the diagnosis, management, and prevention of surgery-related complications in implant dentistry. It is a valuable resource for the implant surgeon seeking practical and succinct information about how to manage a complication in an emergency setting, or it can be read from cover to cover as a primer on implant surgery.