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 books received this week

Human physiology: an integrated approach / Dee Unglaub Silverthorn. 6th ed., Boston: Pearson Education, 2013.

Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach broke ground with its thorough coverage of molecular physiology seamlessly integrated into a traditional homeostasis-based systems approach. The new edition presents up-to-date coverage of new scientific discoveries, biotechnology techniques, and treatments of disorders.






Oral health and use of dental services 2008 : findings from the National Dental Telephone Interview Survey 2008. / J.F. Stewart. Canberra: Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, 2012.

A random sample of Australians from all states and territories were interviewed. Variations in recent dental visiting and self-reported oral health status of Australian adults aged 18 years and over are presented. Comparisons are made between age groups on the bases of: holding an Australian Government Concession card (cardholders vs. non-cardholders); usual reason for making a dental visit (check-up vs. problem); experience of financial barriers to using dental care; and remoteness area of residence.

Master Dentistry revision guide series in print

We just received the print volumes of the Master Dentistry series we earlier purchased 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.

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.