Saturday, 28 January 2012

Provisional crown restorations

Porter M, Adarve R. Fabrication of Provisional Restoration Using Direct Technique MedEdPORTAL; 2011.

This lab manual is intended to provide dental students, dental assistants, and dental therapists with instructional guidance. This module will guide users through the steps of fabricating provisional crown restorations. The module will apply the principles of the direct fabrication of a provisional for a full coverage restoration. The module will guide users through the steps of the provisional fabrication procedure for tooth #30 full gold crown and an extension of this exercise is included regarding the fabrication of #9 porcelain fused to metal provisional restoration. (Accessed on 27/01/2012)

Thursday, 19 January 2012

New books received this week

Cram101 textbook outlines to accompany 'Sedation: a guide to patient management' by Stanley Malamed, 5th edition. [USA?]: Content Technologies Inc., 2012.

Cram101 Textbook Outlines gives all of the outlines, highlights, notes for your textbook by Malamed with optional online practice tests. The outlines consist of the terms, concepts, etc. that you may expect to be tested on from your textbook. A good study tool for a class, tutorial or and exam.






Clinical cases in periodontics / Nadeem Karimbux. Chichester, West Sussex, UK: Wiley-Blackwell, 2012.

Clinical Cases in Periodontics describes the core principles of periodontics and demonstrates their practical, every-day application through a range of representative cases building from the simple to the complex and from the common to the rare.







Lippincott Williams & Wilkins atlas of anatomy / Patrick W. Tank. Philadelphia : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2009.

Featuring more than 750 new, modern images, the Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Atlas of Anatomy is a vibrantly colored regional atlas of human anatomy offering an unprecedented combination of visual aesthetic appeal and anatomical accuracy.

Monday, 9 January 2012

Articles published by our students & staff

The following papers have been added to PubMed recently:

Jiménez Montenegro VC, Jones A, Petocz P, Gonzales C, Darendeliler MA. Physical properties of root cementum: Part 22. Root resorption after the application of light and heavy extrusive orthodontic forces: A microcomputed tomography study.
Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop. 2012 Jan;141(1):e1-9.









Zhang Z, Zhou S, Li Q, Li W, Swain MV. Sensitivity analysis of bi-layered ceramic dental restorations. Dent Mater. 2011 Dec 8. [Epub ahead of print]










King AD, Turk T, Colak C, Elekdag-Turk S, Jones AS, Petocz P, Darendeliler MA. Physical properties of root cementum: Part 21. Extent of root resorption after the application of 2.5° and 15° tips for 4 weeks: A microcomputed tomography study. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop. 2011 Dec;140(6):e299-305.

Tuesday, 3 January 2012

Hu-Friedy Perio kits

We purchased 4 sets of periodontal instrument kits for student use. These kits are the only packs accepted by the Sydney Dental Hospital Sterilization Department due to the laser identification method, and they are the same kit every student of ours needs to purchase.

The perio kits are on Reserve which means they can only be borrowed for two hours at a time and you can't take them home.

For descriptions of the instruments found in these kits please go to the Hu-Friedy website.

Thursday, 15 December 2011

Thursday, 8 December 2011

New books received this week

Orthodontics: principles and practice. / Daljit S. Gill (ed). Oxford: Wiley-Blackwell, 2011.

This book 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.







Chemicals in surgical periodontal therapy / Alexandrina L. Dumitrescu. Heidelberg: Springer, c2011.

This book is a collection of data from scientific papers and textbooks that form the foundation for a sound understanding of the chemicals used in surgical periodontal therapy.








Thieme atlas of anatomy. Head and neuroanatomy / Michael Schuenke. Stuttgart; New York: Thieme, 2010.

Features: An innovative, user-friendly format in which each two-page spread presents a self-contained guide to a specific topic. 1,200 original, full-color illustrations present comprehensive coverage of neuroanatomy to skillfully guide the reader through the anatomy of the head, from cranial bones, ligaments, and joints, to muscles, cranial nerves, topographical anatomy, and the anatomy of sensory organs.






The naked tooth: what cosmetic dentists don't want you to know. / Colleen Olitsky. Austin, Tex.: Greenleaf Book Group Press, 2011.

Many people are overwhelmed with the challenges they face when trying to choose both which cosmetic treatment is best for them and who to perform that procedure. They are searching for tips they can use to research both aspects. The Naked Tooth is a simple, yet descriptive book, with excellent photography, which explores the options available to improve your smile.






Root and canal morphology of third molar in a Jordanian population / Bani Younis. Saarbrücken: LPA Lambert Academic Publishing, 2011.

This book descibes tooth development and components with classification of canal configurations. Different methods of studying of root canal morphology were illustrated and compared followed by detailed description of root canal morphology of individual teeth with concentration on third molar.

Thursday, 1 December 2011

New books received this week

Clinician's handbook of oral and maxillofacial surgery / Daniel M. Laskin (ed). Chicago: Quintessence Pub., 2010.

Designed with the busy clinician in mind, this pocket-sized manual is a reliable reference for practitioners and trainees alike. Revised to reflect the evolution of information on oral and maxillofacial surgery, major additions include a chapter on dental implants and the most recent AHA algorithms for basic and advanced cardiac life support.







Basic guide to dental instruments / Carmen Scheller. 2nd ed., Oxford: Wiley-Blackwell, 2011.

Basic Guide to Dental Instruments provides a working inventory of dental instrumentation in common use in dental surgeries. A clear photograph of each instrument is included, and described according to name, usage, any relevant features and varieties. Each section is dedicated to a specific discipline or division of dentistry.







Craig's restorative dental materials / Ronald L. Sakaguchi (ed). 13th ed., Philadelphia: Elsevier/Mosby, 2012.

From fundamental concepts to advanced skills, thhe new edition of this comprehensive text details everything you need to know to understand the scientific basis for selecting dental materials when designing and fabricating restorations.








Diagnostic imaging of the head and neck: MRI with CT & PET correlations. / Anton N. Hasso(ed). Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2012.

A clinically oriented text on imaging of the head-and-neck, frequently a difficult area for radiology residents and general radiologists to master. Readers will find key diseases highlighted and a guide to differential diagnosis of various conditions.







Cellular and molecular immunology / Abul K. Abbas (et al). 7th ed., Philadelphia: Saunders/Elsevier, 2012.

Cellular and Molecular Immunology takes a comprehensive yet straightforward approach to the latest developments in this active and fast-changing field. The authors present sweeping updates in this new edition to cover antigen receptors and signal transduction in immune cells, mucosal and skin immunity, cytokines, leukocyte-endothelial interaction, and more.

Thursday, 24 November 2011

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.