New books & e-books

Textbook of geriatric dentistry /Poul Holm-Pedersen (ed). 3rd ed, Chichester, West Sussex: Wiley Blackwell, 2015.

This textbook provides a comprehensive review of the aging process and its relevance to oral health and dentistry. Now in full colour, the third edition has been fully revised and updated with new material encompassing recent research and clinical developments within geriatric dentistry.








The dentist's quick guide to medical conditions /Mea A. Weinberg. Chichester, West Sussex: Wiley Blackwell, 2015.

This book presents relevant information dentists need to deal with medical conditions: symptoms, diagnostic tests, medications prescribed, and dental management for each disease and condition. Chapters will focus on each major bodily system, including respiratory, cardiovascular, hematologic, endocrine, gastrointestinal, immune, nervous, reproductive, and urinary, as well as chapters on the liver, kidneys, skin, and psychological conditions. Appendices list guidelines for antibiotic prophylaxis, additional conditions requiring antibiotics, and a quick list of diagnostic tests.





Anesthesia complications in the dental office / Robert C. Bosack(ed). Ames, Iowa: Wiley Blackwell, 2015.

Anesthetic complications, which range from simple annoyances to patient mortality, are inevitable given the many and complex interactions of doctor, patient, personnel, and facility. This book helps dentists minimize the frequency and severity of adverse events by providing concise and clinically relevant information that can be put to everyday use. A must-have reference for every dental office.

New books. No.1 is an eBook, No.3 is print & electronic

Ultrasonic periodontal debridement: theory and technique. / Marie D. George. Ames, Iowa: John Wiley & Sons Inc., 2014.

This is the first textbook to focus exclusively on this fundamentally important component of periodontal therapy. George, Donley, and Preshaw provide a comprehensive resource for dental students, dental hygiene and therapy students, and periodontal residents, as well as practicing dental hygienists and dentists who are looking to increase their familiarity and skills with ultrasonic instrumentation.







Local anesthesia for dental professionals / Kathy B. Bassett. 2nd ed, Pearson: Boston, 2014.

The 2nd edition provides a user-friendly, primary resource for instructors and students of pain control. This text is appropriate for both dental and dental hygiene students and provides step-by-step instructions that are also useful to practicing clinicians seeking to improve their skills or learn new injection techniques. In addition to the superb illustrations, step-by-step approach, and easy-to-understand language established in the first edition, the new second edition includes both local anesthesia and nitrous oxide-oxygen sedation.






Basic methods for assessment of renal fluoride excretion in community prevention programmes for oral health/ Geneva: World Health Organization, 2014.

This manual informs about practical procedures in assessment of renal fluoride excretion based on experience from existing national fluoridation programs. The assessment tools will primarily be useful in assisting countries in achieving an effective fluoride exposure. It is a hope that the manual will stimulate oral health personnel and public health administrators to use a systematic approach for managing and analyzing data obtained from different levels of fluoride exposure. Finally, the manual encourages inter-country collaboration on surveillance systems for community programs using fluoride for prevention of dental caries.

Two new books and one e-book

Color atlas of fixed prosthodontics, Vol.1 / Yoshiyuki Hagiwara. Tokyo: Quintessence Publishing Co., Ltd, 2013.

This book reviews practical solutions to clinical problems in prosthodontics and emphasizes the fundamentals necessary to elicit efficiency and success with every prosthetic protocol. The author demonstrates each step of prosthetic rehabilitation, starting with accurate impression taking, cast preparation and articulation, record taking, and thorough treatment planning. The sequences for fixed prosthodontic restorations are detailed in both arches for posterior full-coverage crowns, anterior porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns, and porcelain laminate veneers.










Clinical primer: a pocket guide for dental assistants /Melanie Mitchell. 2nd ed., Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer Health/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2013.

Clinical Primer is a pocket guide for dental assisting students for quick reference and review of fundamental clinical skills and knowledge. This book is used while in clinical courses, during clinical internships, as a review companion to clinical courses, and is a resource for the student to take with them to their first job.






Advances in calcium phosphate biomaterials - E-book /Besim Ben-Nissan (ed). Berlin: Springer, 2014.

New-generation calcium phosphate scaffolds are designed to stimulate specific cellular responses in the nanoscale level utilising biogenic additives such as bone morphogenic proteins and stem cells to help release the ionic dissolution products and activate the cells in contact with the biomaterials. The authors aimed in this book to bring these new concepts, mechanisms and methods to researchers and clinicians

New e-books received this week

Basic Guide to Medical Emergencies in the Dental Practice /Jevon, Philip. 2nd ed, Hoboken: Wiley, 2014.

A must-have book for all dental care professionals and general dentists. Written in a clear and accessible style, this second edition has been fully revised and updated in line with the latest guidelines. Chapters cover such key topics as the ABCDE approach to patient assessment, resuscitation equipment, respiratory and cardiac disorders, paediatric emergencies, and legal and ethical issues. Readers will also find two brand new chapters on the principles of first aid, and drugs for medical emergencies.










Diabetes Mellitus and Oral Health: An Interprofessional Approach. / Lamster, Ira B. Hoboken: Wiley, 2014.

A practical tool for dentists and dental hygienists providing oral health care to patients with diabetes mellitus. Firmly grounded in the latest evidence, the book addresses medical considerations, dental considerations, and case scenarios from clinical practice in three easily accessible sections. The first section on medical considerations reviews the definition of diabetes and discusses underlying pathologic mechanisms, classification, diagnosis, and medical complications of the disease. It also promotes the comprehensive management of patients with diabetes in the dental office, with a thorough discussion of lifestyle changes and medications used to treat diabetes. The second section on dental considerations provides guidance on how treat patients with diabetes. Oral complications will be covered in detail, with a focus on management and treatment strategies that can be used in the dental office. The third section includes multiple case studies illustrating common complications and how-to instruction on appropriate patient management.






Open-bite malocclusion: treatment and stability. / Guilherme Janson (ed). Hoboken: Wiley, 2013.

Presents the etiology, treatment, and its stability of anterior open bite malocclusion in the early, mixed, and permanent dentitions. Special emphasis is devoted to orthodontic treatment and its stability in the permanent dentition because this is the time when treatment of open bite presents greater relapse. Appropriate for clinicians, orthodontic residents, and dental students, Open-Bite Malocclusion covers the most simple treatment approaches to the most complex, from orthodontic devices to tooth extraction to surgery.










Forensic Odontology: An Essential Guide./ Adams, Catherine. Hoboken: Wiley, 2013.

An invaluable book for those needing an introduction to the subject for the general dental practitioner who has an interest in forensic dentistry and is contemplating practicing in the field. It will also be useful as a reference during practice. After a brief introduction the book covers dental anatomy and development, expert witness skills, mortuary practice, dental human identification, disaster victim identification, dental age assessment, bite marks, forensic photography and the role of the forensic odontologist in protection of the vulnerable person. Chapters outline accepted and recommended practices and refer to particular methodologies, presenting different schools of thought objectively.

New e-books

Manual of temporomandibular disorders / Wright, Edward F. 3rd ed., Hoboken: Wiley, 2013.

The 3rd edition provides comprehensive, evidence-based information on temporomandibular disorders. Focusing on clinically relevant information throughout, the book allows dentists to diagnose TMD accurately, rule out disorders that mimic TMD, and provide effective therapy for most patients. Useful features, such as frequently asked questions, quick consults, technical tips, and focal points are integrated to help the clinician find precise answers with ease. Case scenarios provide the reader with a way to enhance their clinical reasoning skills, with a focus on solving TMD problems at chairside.









Behavior management in dentistry for children /John R. Hampton. 2nd ed., Hoboken: Wiley, 2014.

Guiding patient behavior is as important as ever for the practicing dentist, and the behavior of pediatric patients is perhaps the most challenging to manage. This 2nd edition has been entirely rewritten and includes the latest and most effective management strategies from an international team of experts in the field and is ideal for pediatric residents, dental students, and practicing dentists who see children on a regular basis.










Implant restorations: a step-by-step guide./Drago, Carl J. 3rd ed., Hoboken: Wiley, 2014.

This highly illustrated, case-based book demonstrates how to treat the most commonly encountered treatment scenarios, describing the procedures, techniques, and sequences required in clear, concise language and in an easy-to-use format. The book takes the theory of implant restoration, using as its basis 3i.s implant systems, and places it directly in the operatory, concentrating in detail on each stage of the actual clinical procedures involved in treating different patients.

New edition of core textbook - print and e-book versions now available

An introduction to orthodontics /Laura Mitchell. 4th ed, Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2013.

This textbook is highly illustrated throughout, including over 700 diagrams, clinical photographs and illustrated case studies that show the long-term planning and progress of orthodontic treatment. Each chapter is enhanced by learning objectives, key points boxes, annotated references, and directions to relevant Cochrane reviews. Orthodontic Assessment, Anchorage Planning, and Removable Appliances chapters are completely revised for the fourth edition.

New e-books

Bionanomaterials for dental applications / Mieczyslaw Jurczyk (ed). Boca Raton, Fla.: Pan Stanford Pub., 2012.
This book introduces readers to the structure and characteristics of new dental nanomaterials, corrosion behavior of metallic biomaterials and implants, and methods of surface improvement of implants by means of nanoengineering, which determines the biocompatibility of such inserts. It thoroughly explains osseointegration from a biological viewpoint and early tissue response.









Dento/oro/craniofacial anomalies and genetics / Agnès Bloch-Zupan, Crispian Scully. Amsterdam: Elsevier, 2012.

Dental defects may be the physical expression of genetic defects, and so they can often be seen in a variety of syndromes associated with malformations of organs. However, dental defects are often not recognized, identified, nor characterised despite representing a possible diagnostic sign for an undiagnosed condition. This book addresses this gap by providing an understanding of dental genetics and its developmental biology counterpart.







Valuing a practice: a guide for dentists / Larry Domer. Chicago: American Dental Association, Council on Dental Practice, 2006.

As a practice buyer or seller, this book can help save you money and time during this critical process. Covers valuation issues and methods as well as tax implications. Written by legal experts, it includes case studies, sample letters and a sample contract.








Associateships: a guide for owners and prospective associates / Randall Berning. Chicago: American Dental Association, Council on Dental Practice, 2005.

Don't hire or become an associate before reading this book! Now includes CD-ROM with document templates in Word and Excel. Touches all the bases of associateships such as locating opportunities and candidates, how to make an associateship a win-win proposition, and options for financial arrangements.

New e-books

Fluoride and the oral environment / Marília A.R.B Bauru (ed). Basel, Switzerland: Karger, 2011.

This volume brings together current concepts relating to the use of fluoride in dentistry. As a clear up-to-date summary of current thinking in the field, this book will be essential reading for research workers and postgraduate students. Established researchers and teachers in both clinical and basic sciences will find it to be a valuable addition to their libraries, and clinicians will be able to better evaluate the current scientific evidence on the advantages as well as the hazards of fluoride in dentistry.







Anatomy for dental students / D.R. Johnson and W.J. Moore. 3rd ed., Oxford: Oxford University Press, 1997.

This book aims to provide the dental student with a description of all the gross, neurological, and developmental anatomy (apart from that of the dentition itself) necessary for the practice of dentistry and its major specialties. It is designed primarily as a textbook for the undergraduate student who is pursuing a practical course in topographical anatomy, but contains enough detail for the postgraduate dentist reading for additional qualifications.







Endodontic radiology / Bettina Basrani, (ed). 2nd ed., Ames, Iowa: John Wiley & Sons, Ltd., 2012.

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. Chapters explain general radiographic techniques; intraoral techniques; standard radiographs and interpretation; digital radiographs and their manipulation, storage, and interpretation; and CBCT principles, techniques, and clinical considerations.

New e-books

Practical biostatistics: a user-friendly approach for evidence-based medicine / Mendel Suchmacher. Amsterdam ; Boston: Elsevier/Academic Press, 2012.

This book provides researchers, medical professionals, and students with a friendly, practical guide to biostatistics. With a detailed outline of implementation steps complemented by a review of important topics, it can be used as a quick reference or a hands-on guide to effectively incorporate biostatistics in clinical trials. Customized presentation for biological investigators with examples taken from current clinical trials in multiple disciplines. Clear and concise definitions and examples provide a pragmatic guide to bring clarity to the applications of statistics in improving human health.





Oral wound healing: cell biology and clinical management / Hannu Larjava (ed). Chichester, West Sussex: John Wiley & Sons, 2012.

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, as well as providing more detailed information and discussion on processes such as inflammation, reepithelialization and angiogenesis.





Smith's anesthesia for infants and children / Peter J. Davis, (ed). 8th ed., St. Louis, Mo.: Mosby, 2011.

The 8th edition delivers all the state-of-the-art guidance you need to provide optimal perioperative care for any type of pediatric surgery. Stay current with new chapters on ICU management, conjoined twins, and basic neonatal physiology, plus new coverage of pharmacology and monitoring techniques. Get outstanding visual guidance with full-color illustrations throughout the book.

New e-books

Oxford handbook of epidemiology for clinicians / Helen Ward (et al). Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2012.

The Oxford Handbook of Epidemiology for Clinicians provides all the information required by students and junior doctors who need to understand and translate key epidemiological concepts into medical practice. Divided into four sections, the handbook begins with the basics of epidemiology in the clinic, moving on to the theories behind evidence-based practice, discussions of optimum methods and studies, and then ends by looking at the epidemiology of common diseases.







Implants in clinical dentistry / Richard M. Palmer (et al). 2nd ed., New York : Informa Healthcare, 2012.

An increasing number of dental practitioners are considering dental implants in the treatment of their patients. The range of applications, protocol variations, the complexity of implant systems and related management have all increased dramatically over the last decade, and this may be bewildering to the newcomer to implant dentistry. This text considers the main implant systems for various clinical indications in an unbiased fashion, indicating their potential advantages and disadvantages. Extensive colour illustrations are included.






Forensic dental evidence: an investigator's handbook. / C. Michael Bowers. 2nd ed., Amsterdam ; Boston: Elsevier/Academic Press, 2011.

Forensic Dental Evidence, Second Edition provides the base for investigating, identifying and processing forensic dental evidence. This edition leads off with an explanation of dental nomenclature and quickly advances to the newest developments in trace dental evidence, methods for trace DNA evidence, and mass disaster cases (9/11, Bali, Thailand). Bowers covers how digital imaging of evidence has assisted in cases where incarcerated individuals have been exonerated.

e-books we received recently

Techniques in complete denture technology / Tony Johnson. Chichester, West Sussex, UK: Wiley-Blackwell, 2012.

This practical manual discusses all the various elements that are essential for optimum denture provision, including fit, retention, stability, occlusion, muscular control, aesthetics and materials. It is essential reading for dental technicians, clinical dental technicians and maxillo-facial prosthetists, as well as providing a valuable resource for dentists and students.








Epidemiology for the uninitiated/ D. Coggon (et al). 5th ed., London: BMJ Books, 2003.

This is an introduction to epidemiology in health care. This fifth edition provides the reader with the core elements of epidemiology needed in health care practice and research. The text has been revised throughout, with new examples.









Medical statistics from scratch: an introduction for health professionals. / David Bowers. 2nd ed., Chichester, England: John Wiley & Sons, 2008.

This second edition presents a detailed account of the most important procedures for the analysis of data, from the calculation of simple proportions, to a variety of statistical tests, and the use of regression models for modeling of clinical outcomes. The new edition includes new chapters on basic quantitative methods, measuring survival, measurement scales, diagnostic testing, bayesian methods, meta-analysis and systematic reviews.

New e-books received this week

Dental emergencies / Mark Greenwood (ed). Chichester, West Sussex, UK; Ames, Iowa: Wiley-Blackwell, 2012.

This book is a clear and comprehensive guide to the treatment and management of dental emergencies in clinical practice. Written and edited by experts in the field, the book provides succinct step by step advice for dealing with a range of emergency situations. Beginning with examination and patient histories, it covers restorative emergencies, traumatic injuries and pain management with advice for treatment options including analgesia, surgery, and referrals.






Oral rehabilitation: a case-based approach. / Iven Klineberg(ed). Chichester, West Sussex, UK; Ames, Iowa: Wiley-Blackwell, 2012.

This book provides its readers with a structured approach to decision-making and case design in oral rehabilitation, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary support for prosthodontics. The format of the book is based around clinical cases that demonstrate from simple to complex actual patient cases, demonstrating the formal process by which a diagnosis and treatment plan is reached. Grounded firmly in evidence-bases principles, it also features a chapter on literature searching in dentistry, which is critical for acquiring a knowledge-base for informed decisions in diagnosis and treatment planning.




Orthodontics: principles and practice. / Daljit S. Gill (ed). Chichester, West Sussex, UK; Ames, Iowa: Wiley-Blackwell, 2011.

This latest addition to the Dental Update books series provides a clear and thorough guide to contemporary orthodontic principles and practice. It covers patient assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning of both standard class malocclusions and specific entities such as impacted teeth, digit sucking habits and asymmetries, as well as appliance techniques, complex and multidisciplinary care, and retention

New e-books

Antibiotics and antiseptics in periodontal therapy / Dumitrescu, Alexandrina L. Heidelberg ; New York: Springer, 2011.

Periodontal diseases are the major cause of tooth mortality in many industrialized countries and most developing nations. The significance of microorganisms in the development of virtually all types of periodontal disease is indisputable. This book is an encyclopedic collection of data from scientific papers and textbooks that form a sound basis for a thorough understanding of the antibiotics and antiseptics used in periodontal therapy.






Treatment of periodontal disease / Frank A. Scannapieco.(ed). Philadelphia, Pa.: W. B. Saunders Co., 2010.

Articles include: Current Rationale for Treatment of Periodontitis, Effects of Periodontal Treatment on Systemic Health, Non-Surgical Mechanical Treatment Strategies, Use of Lasers to Treat Periodontal Diseases, Regeneration of Periodontal Tissues: Bone Grafts, Implants and Periodontal Patient, Regeneration of Periodontal Tissues: Growth Factors and Bone Morphogenetic Protein, Treatment of Gingival Recession, Non-surgical Chemotherapeutic Treatment Strategies, Regeneration of Periodontal Tissues: Guided, Future Approaches in Periodontal Therapy: Gene Therapy, RNA Interference and Stem Cells, and Restorative Trends for the Periodontal Patient.




Tooth diseases: advances in research and treatment. Atlanta, Ga.: ScholarlyEditions, 2011.

Periodontitis: advances in research and treatment delivers timely, comprehensive and specialist information about tooth diseases in a concise format.

Core textbooks in full text

Contemporary fixed prosthodontics / Stephen F. Rosenstiel(et al). 4th ed., St. Louis, Mo.: Mosby Elsevier, 2006.

Contemporary Fixed Prosthodontics, 4th Edition is a comprehensive, user-friendly text that offers dental students and practitioners an excellent opportunity to understand the basic principles of fixed prosthodontics. This text provides a strong foundation in basic science, followed by practical step-by-step clinical applications.







Exercises in oral radiology and interpretation / Robert P. Langlais. 4th ed., St. Louis, Mo.: W.B. Saunders, 2004.

An effective study tool for mastering radiography, this valuable question-and-answer book reinforces integral skills including film handling, exposures, and clinical technique. Featuring more than 730 new images, this fourth edition has been expanded to include a broader scope of material, as well as more practice opportunities for answering questions and preparing for examinations.







Wheeler's dental anatomy, physiology, and occlusion / Stanley J. Nelson. 9th ed., St. Louis, Mo.: Saunders/Elsevier, 2010.

Now in full color, this essential text features a visually oriented presentation of dental anatomy, physiology, and occlusion, the foundation for all of the dental sciences. Coverage includes discussions of clinical considerations, dentitions, pulp formation, and the sequence of eruptions.

New e-books

Improving access to oral health care for vulnerable and underserved populations / Committee on Oral Health Access to Services (U.S.). Washington, D.C.: National Academies Press 2011.

Improving Access to Oral Health Care for Vulnerable and Underserved Populations examines the scope and consequences of inadequate access to oral health services in the United States and recommends ways to combat the economic, structural, geographic, and cultural factors that prevent access to regular, quality care.







Oral pathology: a comprehensive atlas and text. / Sook-Bin Woo. Philadelphia: Elsevier/Saunders, 2012.

Oral Pathology: A Comprehensive Atlas and Text provides all the assistance you need to accurately identify even the most challenging lesions. Compare any specimen to more than 1,600 high-quality clinical photographs and photomicrographs that capture the characteristic presentation of all types of neoplastic, dysplastic, and benign mucosal disease. Understand the implications of your diagnoses with brief descriptions of clinical management for each disease entity. Access the complete contents online at expertconsult.com and download all the illustrations.







Prosthodontics at a glance / Irfan Ahmad. Chichester, West Sussex, UK: Wiley-Blackwell, 2012.

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.

New e-books for Integrated Life Sciences

Medical microbiology / Patrick R. Murray. 7th ed., Philadelphia: Elsevier/Saunders, 2013.

The new edition of this popular text presents microbiology in a succinct, easy-to-use, and engaging manner. Clear discussions explain how microbes cause disease in humans, and review the updated vaccines and new antibiotics currently available to treat these diseases. Expert coverage of basic principles, the immune response, laboratory diagnosis, bacteriology, virology, mycology, and parasitology ensures that you'll understand all the facts vital to the practice of medicine today. A revised artwork program illustrates the appearance of disease, simplifying complex information, while text boxes and additional summary tables emphasize essential concepts and learning issues for more efficient exam review.






Mims' medical microbiology /Richard V. Goering. 5th ed., Edinburgh: Saunders, 2013.

MIMS’ MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY offers thorough and up-to-date coverage of microbiology and basic immunology, through a clinically relevant, systems-based approach. The textbook emphasises the microbiology of the agents causing disease, and the diseases affecting individual organ systems. Through thorough cross referencing, the reader can easily find what they need, whether seeking information from a systems or a microbe perspective. Nearly 500 illustrations support the text, and summary introductory and summary key facts boxes strengthen the clarity and usefulness of the text.

Interesting new e-books on orthodontics, dental nursing, and patients with developmental disorders

Clinical cases in orthodontics / Martyn T. Cobourne (et al.) Chichester, West Sussex: Wiley-Blackwell, 2012.

This book 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.







Questions and Answers for Dental Nurses / Carole Hollins 3rd ed., Chichester, West Sussex: Wiley-Blackwell, 2012.

This 3rd edition 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 for independent revision and preparing for examinations.






Treating the dental patient with a developmental disorder / Karen A. Raposa (ed). Ames, Iowa: Wiley-Blackwell, 2012.

The book opens with an overview of the major types of developmental disabilities-autism spectrum disorders, Down Syndrome, attention deficit, cerebral palsy-and others such as spina bifida and learning difficulties. Following chapters also discuss how to gather personal information, medical histories, dental experiences, and oral habits; determine family dynamics; and understand how to communicate with patients and model desired patient behavior.