New edition of core neuroscience text

Principles of neural science / Kandel E & Schwartz J. 5th ed, New York: McGraw-Hill, 2013.

Deciphering the link between the human brain and behavior has always been one of the most intriguing.and often challenging.aspects of scientific endeavor. The sequencing of the human genome, and advances in molecular biology, have illuminated the pathogenesis of many neurological diseases and have propelled our knowledge of how the brain controls behavior. To grasp the wider implications of these developments and gain a fundamental understanding of this dynamic, fast-moving field, Principles of Neuroscience stands alone as the most authoritative and indispensible resource of its kind. ... The new fifth edition of Principles of Neural Science is thoroughly updated to reflect the tremendous amount of research, and the very latest clinical perspectives, that have significantly transformed the field within the last decade. Ultimately, Principles of Neural Science affirms that all behavior is an expression of neural activity, and that the future of clinical neurology and psychiatry hinges on the progress of neural science. Far exceeding the scope and scholarship of similar texts, this unmatched guide offers a commanding, scientifically rigorous perspective on the molecular mechanisms of neural function and disease.one that you'll continually rely on to advance your comprehension of brain, mind, and behavior.

New books received this week

Practical implant dentistry: the science and art. / Ashok Sethi. 2nd ed, London: Quintessence Publishing, 2012.

The science and art of implant dentistry encompasses both complex surgical protocols and advanced prosthodontics, and no beginner can achieve excellence in this discipline without a clear understanding of the step-by-step guidelines. This established textbook, written by clinicians for clinicians, presents evidence-based protocols and focuses on the technical skill and practical craftsmanship that are essential to predictable outcomes in implant placement, augmentation, and restoration.







The superguide: a guide for supervising oral health professionals. Gladesville, N.S.W.: Health Education and Training Institute, 2013.

This is a user friendly guide designed to assist oral health professionals who are responsible for supervising other staff. It provides information about supervising oral health professionals in ways that contribute to the safety and better care of patients, and effective methods of contributing to the education, welfare and professional development of oral health professionals. This guide is not a policy document. It gives tips and suggestions based on the published evidence of what makes good supervision and the knowledge of many experienced oral health supervisors in New South Wales.





Oral and Maxillofacial Infections: 15 Unanswered Questions. / Thomas R. Flynn. Philadelphia: W.B. Saunders Co., 2011.

This special issue will review the many unanswered questions regarding oral and maxillofacial infections. Questions include: Should we extract teeth in the presence of infection? Should we wait for development of an abscess before we perform incision and drainage? What are the antibiotics of choice for odontogenic infections, and how long should the treatment course last? Is clindamycin losing its effectiveness in odontogenic infections? Should we use prophylactic antibiotics for removal of erupted teeth, impacted teeth, dental implants, or other dentoalveolar surgery, and more.