
Master Dentistry Volume 2
Restorative Dentistry, Paediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics
- 4th Edition - June 7, 2021
- Imprint: Elsevier
- Editor: Giles McCracken
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 7 0 2 0 - 8 1 4 4 - 6
Now in its fourth edition, this popular text provides a comprehensive overview of core elements of restorative adult and paediatric dentistry that students will need in order to pa… Read more

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Request a sales quoteNow in its fourth edition, this popular text provides a comprehensive overview of core elements of restorative adult and paediatric dentistry that students will need in order to pass their final exams.
Edited by Professor Giles McCracken, the book provides key details and an overall broad summary of the multiple facets of restorative dentistry, pediatric dentistry and orthodontics. It includes conscious sedation, anxiety management and how law, ethics and professionalism interface with the delivery of dentistry.
The book has been fully updated to include developments in restorative dentistry, the latest materials and new technology, and is ideal for undergraduate students, vocational trainees and those preparing for post-graduate examinations.
- Logical, concise text for to aid learning and recall for examination purposes
- Detailed information linked to broader concepts
- Range of assessment tasks to evaluate understanding
- Practical guidance on examination preparation and skills
- Perfect for BDS exam preparation and candidates taking the MJDF, ORE or other post-graduate exams
Dentistry Undergraduates, Dental Therapy Undergraduates, Foundation Dentists
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- Preface
- Using this book
- List of contributors
- List of Tables
- List of Illustrations
- 1. Periodontology
- Overview
- 1.1 Healthy periodontium
- 1.2 History and examination
- 1.3 Gingivitis
- 1.4 Periodontal diseases
- 1.5 Microbiology and pathogenesis of periodontal diseases
- 1.6 Risk factors and predisposing factors
- 1.7 Furcation and periodontal–endodontic lesions
- 1.8 Gingival problems
- 1.9 Trauma and the periodontium
- 1.10 Periodontal manifestations of syndromes and medical conditions
- 1.11 Treatment of periodontal disease
- Self-assessment: Questions
- Self-assessment: Answers
- References
- 2. Endodontics
- Overview
- 2.1 Pulpal and periradicular pathology
- 2.2 Patient assessment
- 2.3 Vital pulp therapy
- 2.4 Root canal morphology
- 2.5 Root canal preparation – cleaning and shaping of the root canal system
- 2.6 Root canal obturation
- 2.7 Restoration of endodontically treated teeth
- 2.8 Root canal retreatment
- 2.9 Surgical endodontics
- Self-assessment: Questions
- Self-assessment: Answers
- Reference
- 3. Conservative dentistry
- Overview
- 3.1 Examination, diagnosis and treatment planning
- 3.2 Caries
- 3.3 Resin bonding
- 3.4 Materials for direct restorations
- 3.5 Tooth surface loss
- 3.6 Indirect restorations
- 3.7 Biomechanical considerations
- 3.8 Bridges
- Self-assessment: Questions
- Self-assessment: Answers
- 4. Prosthodontics
- Overview
- 4.1 Complete dentures
- 4.2 Copy/duplicate dentures
- 4.3 Immediate replacement dentures
- 4.4 Overdentures
- 4.5 Removable partial dentures
- Self-assessment: Questions
- Self-assessment: Answers
- References
- 5. Restorative management of dental implants
- Overview
- 5.1 Basic implant terminology and componentry
- 5.2 Planning implant restorations
- 5.3 Surgical phases
- 5.4 Provisional and definitive restoration of dental implants
- 5.5 Maintenance phase
- Self-assessment: Questions
- Self-assessment: Answers
- 6. Conscious sedation in dentistry
- Introduction
- 6.1 Conscious sedation
- 6.2 Pharmacology of sedative agents
- 6.3 Current conscious sedation techniques
- 6.4 Dental treatment planning
- 6.5 Medicolegal aspects
- Self-assessment: Questions
- Self-assessment: Answers
- 7. Paediatric dentistry I
- Overview
- 7.1 Tooth development and eruption
- 7.2 Management of the child patient
- 7.3 History, examination and treatment planning
- 7.4 Caries
- 7.5 Tooth discolouration
- 7.6 Tooth surface loss (wear)
- 7.7 Endodontics
- 7.8 Molar-incisor hypomineralisation
- Self-assessment: Questions
- Self-assessment: Answers
- References
- 8. Paediatric dentistry II
- Overview
- 8.1 Traumatic injuries
- 8.2 Dental anomalies
- 8.3 Special needs
- Self-assessment: Questions
- Self-assessment: Answers
- References
- 9. Orthodontics I: Development, assessment and treatment planning
- Overview
- 9.1 Craniofacial growth and occlusal development
- 9.2 Malocclusion: Classification and aetiology
- 9.3 Patient assessment in orthodontics
- 9.4 Principles of orthodontic treatment planning
- Self-assessment: Questions
- Self-assessment: Answers
- 10. Orthodontics II: Management of occlusal problems
- Overview
- 10.1 Problem solving in the developing dentition
- 10.2 Class I malocclusion
- 10.3 Class II malocclusion
- 10.4 Class III malocclusion
- 10.5 Open bite and crossbite
- 10.6 Adult and surgical–orthodontic treatment
- 10.7 Cleft lip and palate
- Self-assessment: Questions
- Self-assessment: Answers
- 11. Orthodontics III: Appliances and tooth movement
- Overview
- 11.1 Removable appliances
- 11.2 Fixed appliances
- 11.3 Functional appliances
- 11.4 Orthodontic tooth movement and retention
- Self-assessment: Questions
- Self-assessment: Answers
- 12. Professionalism, law and ethics
- Overview
- 12.1 Principles
- 12.2 The general dental council
- 12.3 Titles and descriptions
- 12.4 Requirements for the practice of dentistry
- 12.5 Records and documentation
- 12.6 General anaesthesia and sedation
- 12.7 Complaints procedure and negligence
- 12.8 Laws and regulations
- Self-assessment: Questions
- Self-assessment: Answers
- Index
- Edition: 4
- Published: June 7, 2021
- Imprint: Elsevier
- No. of pages: 368
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN: 9780702081446
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