New books received this week

Atlas of cone beam imaging for dental applications / Dale A. Miles. 2nd ed., Hanover Park, IL: Quintessence Pub., 2013.

New to this edition are chapters presenting endodontic applications of CBCT, selected cases from radiology practice, and issues of risk and liability associated with capturing CBCT data. In addition, the anatomy chapter has been updated with many new illustrations and a new section on small-volume anatomy. Comprehensive case presentations demonstrate the diagnostic and treatment-planning capabilities of CBCT in its full range of applications while at the same time highlighting situations in which traditional radiographic imaging will suffice.






ITI treatment guide. Vol 6. Extended Edentulous Spaces in the Esthetic Zone. / J.-G Wittneben. Berlin: Quintessence, 2012.

The sixth volume of the ITI Treatment Guide series provides clinical recommendations for implant-supported prosthodontic treatments in patients with multiple missing adjacent teeth in the esthetic zone. The authors review the current literature before detailing the treatment alternatives and procedures based on the scientific and clinical evidence.







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.

Dental Education in Video

The Library just purchased Alexander Street Press’ latest online video collection called Dental Education in Video. It consists of hundreds of high-definition videos featuring world-renowned dental clinicians and educators.

Subjects covered include esthetic dentistry, implant dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, patient assessment, operative dentistry, hygiene and maintenance, oral biology and medicine, orthodontics, laser dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, infection control, periodontics, general dentistry, dental technology, digital dentistry, occlusion, TMD, digital photography, and much more.

To access Dental Education in Video please go to the Dentistry & Oral Health subject guide, click the “Videos & 3D Dentistry” tab and then click Dental Education in Video (Alexander Street Press).

New books received last week

Anatomy for dental students / Martin Atkinson. 4th ed., Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2013.

This text covers developmental anatomy, the thorax, the central nervous system, and the head and neck with an emphasis on the practical application of anatomical knowledge. This new edition has been extensively revised and updated in line with contemporary teaching and dental practice. Over 300 new full colour diagrams map all the anatomical regions that dental students need to know, while the lively and accessible text guides the reader's learning.







Esthetic & restorative dentistry: material selection & technique. / Douglas A. Terry. 2nd ed., Chicago: Quintessence, 2013.

With new photographic techniques including ring flash and bilateral flash, new cases on composite resin restoration and porcelain inlays, and new techniques such as restoring the anterior alveolar ridge deficiency using stratified porcelain buildup, this second edition of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry explores many facets of esthetic and restorative dentistry, including biomaterials, laboratory technology, operative dentistry, prosthodontics, periodontics, and implant dentistry.







ITI treatment guide. Vol 5. Sinus Floor Elevation Procedures. / Stephen Chen. Berlin ; London : Quintessence, 2011.

The fifth volume of the ITI Treatment Guide series provides clinicians with evidence-based data and practical information relating to sinus floor elevation procedures to ensure adequate bone volume for implant placement. Strong emphasis has been placed on proper case selection based on a comprehensive clinical and radiologic examination of the patient. Treatment options for transcrestal and lateral window protocols for sinus floor elevation are presented, along with guidelines for choosing the appropriate technique based on thorough risk evaluation and the relative complexity of each option.

New books received this week

Layers: an atlas of composite resin stratification / Jordi Manauta. Milan: Quintessenza Edizionei, 2012.

Despite the many advances of contemporary dental research in biomaterials and tissue regeneration, no dental material can perfectly correspond to natural tooth. The authors of this dynamic atlas posit that it is the mastery of layering technique and not the material itself that is most important in recreating natural-looking restorations. This reference book uses over a thousand images to explore the stratification of natural tooth and demonstrate solutions for how to arrange layers of composite resin to recreate the color, opacity, shape, and surface abnormalities of natural tooth.






Dental history presentations: project history of dentistry in Australia / P.D. Barnard. St. Leonards: Australian Dental Association, 2012.

A collection of many hundreds of powerpoint slides and historical images used in Dental History Presentations by Dr Peter Barnard between 1988 and 2012. The presentations cover a wide range of dental history topics such as the online Dental Museum, milestones in Australian dentistry, dental offices and surgeries in the 60s, and the Dental Therapy School at Westmead.

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.