Fundamentals of Periodontics

by Wilson, Thomas G., Jr.; Kornman, Kenneth S.

• ISBN13: 9780867154054
• ISBN10: 0867154055
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2003-01-01
• Publisher: Quintessence Pub Co

Summary

Baylor College of Dentistry, Dallas, TX. Introductory textbook about the science and art of periodontics. Includes current information on biologic and practical knowledge of peridontal and implant dentistry. Emphasizes the diagnosis of and management of disease, and various treatment outcomes. Abundant color and halftone illustrations. DNLM: Periodontal Diseases.

Table of Contents

Preface	vii
Contributors	viii
Basic Terms and Classification of Diseases	xii
PART I Essential Information for Clinical Decision Making
The Pathogenesis of Periodontitis	3	(10)
The Epidemiology of Periodontal Diseases	13	(8)
Anatomy of the Periodontium	21	(18)
Histopathology of Periodontal Diseases	39	(7)
Microbiology and Etiology of Periodontal Diseases	46	(21)
The Biochemistry and Physiology of Periodontal Connective Tissues	67	(27)
The Physiology of Bone	94	(17)
Immune Responses in Periodontal Diseases	111	(33)
Inflammatory Response in Periodontal Diseases	144	(17)
Aging of the Periodontium	161	(10)
Genetics and Periodontal Diseases	171	(14)
Tobacco Use and Its Relation to Periodontal Diseases	185	(10)
Endocrine Disorders	195	(9)
Other Systemic Modifiers	204	(24)
Systemic Effects of Periodontal Diseases	228	(10)
Infection Control and Personnel Safety	238	(17)
Examination of Patients to Detect Periodontal Diseases	255	(18)
Radiography in Periodontal Assessments	273	(11)
Supplemental Diagnostics for the Assessment of Periodontal Diseases	284	(21)
PART II Clinical Management of the Periodontal Patient in Health and Disease
Making a Clinical Diagnosis and Treatment Plan	305	(25)
The Healthy Patient	330	(7)
Treating Dental Plaque-Induced Gingivitis	337	(31)
Treating Chronic Periodontitis with Early or Moderate Attachment Loss	368	(62)
Treating Aggressive Forms of Periodontal Disease with Severe Bone Loss	430	(25)
Host-Modifying Therapeutics	455	(7)
Re-treatment	462	(3)
Referrals to Specialists	465	(6)
Periodontal Maintenance	471	(6)
Lesions in the Oral Mucous Membranes and Periodontium	477	(36)
PART III Restorative and Esthetic Treatment Aspects of Periodontal Therapy
Periodontal Health and Restorative Procedures	513	(18)
Occlusal Trauma: Effects and Management	531	(9)
Esthetic Periodontics (Periodontal Plastic Surgery)	540	(22)
Orthodontics and the Periodontium	562	(17)
PART IV Dental Implants
The Biology of Implant Dentistry	579	(10)
Treatment Planning for Implant Surgery	589	(7)
Radiography in Dental Implant Assessment	596	(10)
Implant Surgery	606	(9)
Restorative Procedures Following Implant Placement	615	(16)
Advanced Implant Placement	631	(8)
Appendix 1 Health History	639	(5)
Appendix 2 Premedication	644	(2)
Index	646