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.

Master Dentistry series in full text

Master dentistry, Volume 1: Oral and maxillofacial surgery, radiology, pathology and oral medicine. / Paul Coulthard (et al.) 2nd ed., Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone/Elsevier, 2008

This book is designed as a revision guide for dental students and offers the "curriculum essentials" in an easy-to-digest format. Each section is fully illustrated throughout and is supported by extensive self-assessment questions which allow the reader to assess their own knowledge of the topic and perfect their exam techniques.






Master dentistry, Volume 2: Restorative dentistry, paediatric dentistry and orthodontics. / Peter Heasman (ed) 2nd ed., Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone/Elsevier, 2008.

Now in colour, this second edition addresses the restorative, paediatric and orthodontics aspects of dentistry and is perfect for both undergraduate students and post-graduates preparing for the MFDS or international equivalents.







Master dentistry, Volume 3: Oral biology. / Barry K.B. Berkovitz (et al). 3rd ed., Edinburgh ; New York: Churchill Livingstone, 2011.

A new volume in the successful revision guide series - Master Dentistry - which offers a concise text covering the essentials of oral biology with accompanying self-assessment questions and model answers. Quick reference revision aid for dental students - ideal for exam preparation.

Recently purchased e-books

Atlas of human anatomy / Frank H. Netter. 5th ed., Philadelphia, Pa.: Saunders/Elsevier, 2011.

Atlas of Human Anatomy uses Frank H. Netter, MD's detailed illustrations to demystify this often intimidating subject, providing a coherent, lasting visual vocabulary for understanding anatomy and how it applies to medicine. This 5th Edition features a stronger clinical focus-with new diagnostic imaging examples-making it easier to correlate anatomy with practice.







Oxford handbook of dental nursing / Elizabeth Boon (ed). Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2012.

The Oxford Handbook of Dental Nursing enables users to find relevant information quickly, and will support dental nurses in their everyday work and provide easy access to information they may require in clinical sessions. The book will also be valuable to dental surgeons, tutors, and assessors to facilitate the learning and development of their students.







Periodontal disease / Denis F. Kinane. Basel: Karger, 2012.

Our understanding of the etiopathology of periodontal disease has changed greatly over the last decade. The huge diversity of species within the microbial biofilm and the enormous multi-layered complexity of the innate, inflammatory and adaptive immune responses generated in response to it warrant study and discussion. Comprising reviews from renowned experts in the field, this book presents a comprehensible overview of this exciting and pertinent subject matter.

New e-books

Anatomy for dental students / D.R. Johnson and W.J. Moore. 3rd ed., Oxford ; New York : 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.








Atlas of oral and maxillofacial histopathology / Harry S. Lumerman. Philadelphia, Pa.; London: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2012.

The Atlas of Oral and Maxillofacial Histopathology is a quick, user-friendly diagnostic reference text on Oral and Maxillofacial Histopathology for general pathologists, dermatopathologists, and ENT pathologists regarding oral and maxillofacial disorders.







The dentist's role in the management of the cancer patient: clinician's guide. / Hupp, Wendy S. Edmonds, WA: American Academy of Oral Medicine, 2011.

This monograph is a current and concise guide to the dentist’s role in the managment of the cancer patient. This guide was written for clinicians in a ready-to-use-format to serve as a quick reference.







Periodontal disease / Denis F. Kinane. Basel: Karger, 2012.

Our understanding of the etiopathology of periodontal disease has changed greatly over the last decade. The huge diversity of species within the microbial biofilm and the enormous multi-layered complexity of the innate, inflammatory and adaptive immune responses generated in response to it warrant study and discussion. Comprising reviews from renowned experts in the field, this book presents a comprehensible overview of this exciting and pertinent subject matter.