Practical Periodontics
- 1st Edition - June 2, 2015
- Latest edition
- Editors: Kenneth A. Eaton, Philip Ower
- Language: English
Covering the essentials of periodontics in an accessible, easy-to-read manner, Practical Periodontics examines all aspects of the discipline ranging from aetiology through t… Read more
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Covering the essentials of periodontics in an accessible, easy-to-read manner, Practical Periodontics examines all aspects of the discipline ranging from aetiology through to diagnosis, treatment planning and clinical management. Richly illustrated and in full colour throughout, this new volume – which comes with an associated website containing an additional chapter on implantology (June 2018), over 500 self-assessment questions, videos, and case studies - will be ideal for all undergraduate students of dentistry, oral hygiene and therapy as well as practicing clinicians.
- Accompanying WEBSITE offers new chapter on implantology (June 2018), over 500 interactive questions, videos and case reports, to aid exam preparation
- Written in an accessible, easy-to-read style to aid retention of facts
- Chapter overviews, ‘learning objectives’ and key points boxes aid revision
- Practical approach to the subject helps bring ‘learning to life’
- Offers guidance regarding the management of children and young adults, as well as specialist referrals
- Prepared by contributors of international renown
- Discusses patient education - including self-care and oral hygiene methods
- Full colour artwork program helps explain detailed processes such as complex immunological responses
- Designed specifically to give students confidence when performing periodontal procedures
- Explores the interaction of periodontology with other dental disciplines, including implant and orthodontic specialists
- Suitable for all undergraduate students of dentistry, hygiene and therapy
Undergraduate students of dentistry, hygiene and therapy
Section 1: Aetiology of Periodontal Diseases
1.1 The macro- and micro-anatomy of periodontal tissues
1.2 The pathogenesis of periodontal diseases
1.3 Epidemiology of periodontal disease
1.4 Host response and susceptibility
1.5 The role of biofilms in health and disease
1.6 Periodontal risk - systemic and local risk factors
Section 2: Periodontal Diagnosis and Prognosis
2.1 Classification of periodontal diseases
2.2 Assessment and monitoring of a periodontal patient
2.3 Gingival overgrowth
2.4 Periodontitis and systemic diseases
2.5 Determining periodontal prognosis
Section 3: Periodontal Treatment Planning
3.1 Treatment planning - gingivitis and periodontitis
3.2 The management of gingival recession
3.3 Treatment planning: periodontal problems in children and young adults
3.4 Referral to a periodontal specialist
Section 4: The Role of Self Care and Oral Hygiene Methods
4.1 Patient education and self-performed biofilm control
4.2 Clinical imaging in patient assessment and motivation
4.3 Patient adherence
Section 5: Non-surgical Periodontal Management
5.1 The diseased root surface in periodontitis
5.2 Periodontal instrumentation
5.3 Antibiotics in the management of periodontal diseases
5.4 Assessment of treatment outcomes and supportive periodontal therapy
Section 6: Surgical Periodontal Therapy
6.1 Rationale for periodontal surgery
Section 7: Interaction with Other Dental Disciplines
7.1 The periodontal-restorative interface
7.2 The periodontal-orthodontic interface
"an excellent, relevant, easy to follow book ... I would highly recommend this as a valuable tool for any student or qualified dental hygienist/ therapist looking to update their knowledge."
- Edition: 1
- Latest edition
- Published: June 2, 2015
- Language: English
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Kenneth A. Eaton
Professor Eaton is currently a Visiting Professor at University College London and an Honorary Professor at the University of Kent. From 1997 - 2002, he was the Director of the National Centre for the Continuing Professional Education of Dentists. He is listed by the General Dental Council as a specialist in both Periodontology and Dental Public Health. He is currently on the editorial board of a number of journals and is the Chairman of the British Dental Editors and Writers Forum. He is a past member of the Editorial Board of the Journal of Dental Research and President of the Education Research Group of the International Association for Dental Research (IADR). In July 2008 he became the first President of the newly created IADR Network for Practice-based Research. He was elected as President of the European Association of Dental Public Health. In September 2010 and was the first Chair of the Platform for Better Oral Health in Europe. He has produced over 370 publications, many on different aspects of periodontology, and since 2017 has registered 231 reviews with Publons.
Affiliations and expertise
Visiting Professor, University College London Eastman and King's College London Dental Institutes; Honorary Professor, University of Kent; Visiting Professor, Leeds University; Specialist in Periodontics and Dental Public Health, London, UKPO
Philip Ower
Affiliations and expertise
Formerly Specialist in Periodontics and Director, PerioCourses Ltd