Master Dentistry Vol. 1 : Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Radiology, Pathology and Oral Medicine

by Coulthard, Paul

• ISBN13: 9780443068966
• ISBN10: 0443068968
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-08-01
• Publisher: Elsevier Science Health Science div

Summary

MASTER DESTISTRY is designed as a revision guide for dental students and offers the "curriculum essentials" in an easy-to-digest format. Each section is fully illustrated throughout and is supported by extensive self-assessment questions which allow the reader to assess their own knowledge of the topic and perfect their exam techniques. Now in colour, this second edition addresses oral and maxillofacial surgery, radiology, pathology and oral medicine and is perfect for both undergraduate students and post-graduates preparing for the MFDS or international equivalents. Quick reference revision aid for dental students - ideal for exam preparation! Integrates specialist areas of knowledge to enhance skills in clinical problem solving Evidence-based approach enables understanding of the strength of the evidence supporting current practice Includes extensive self-testing material - short answers, essays, MCQs and EMQs - enabling students to assess their knowledge and perfect exam techniques Suitable for post-graduate students who will find the book useful for the MJDF or international equivalent New chapter on evidenced-based practice Extensive revisions to sections on surgical implantology and assessment of trauma Updated self-assessment material to reflect current exam formats Now published with colour!

Table of Contents

Evidence-based practice

Assessing patients

Medical aspects of patient care

Control of pain and anxiety

Infection and inflammation of the teeth and jaws

Removal of teeth and surgical implantology

Diseases of bone and the maxillary sinus

Oral and maxillofacial injuries

Dentofacial and craniofacial anomalies

Cysts and odontogenic tumours

Mucosal diseases

Premalignancy and malignancy

Salivary gland disease

Facial pain

Disorders of the temporomandibular joint

Radiation protection

Index

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