Textbook of Operative Dentistry is the latest edition of this richly illustrated resource, covering diagnosis, treatment and prognosis of dental problems which do not require full coverage restoration. This new edition has been completely revised and updated, with 722 full colour images and illustrations and substantial revisions in every chapter, incorporating the latest developments in the field and current research findings. Divided into 24 chapters, this book emphasises a practical approach and clear advice on the selection and use of modern dental materials, and describes how teeth are prepared for indirect restorations such as crowns, bridges and inlays. The initial chapters cover dental terminology, physiology, instruments, patient evaluation, diagnosis and treatment, infection control and pain management, amongst many other topics. Further chapters cover a broad range of operative procedures. The book also emphasises the importance of aesthetics in modern dentistry. Textbook of Operative Dentistry combines proven methods with the latest scientific developments in preventive and restorative dentistry, including nanodentistry, bringing this essential edition fully up to date.

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Latest edition of illustrated guide to dental restoration

Previous edition published 2012 (9789350259399)

Combines proven methods with the latest scientific developments in the field 722 full colour images and illustrations

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Contents

Chapter 01 Introduction to Operative Dentistry
Chapter 02 Tooth Nomenclature
Chapter 03 Structure of Teeth
Chapter 04 Physiology of Tooth Form
Chapter 05 Dental Caries
Chapter 06 Cutting Instruments
Chapter 07 Principles of Tooth Preparation
Chapter 08 Patient Evaluation,. Diagnosis and Treatment Planning
Chapter 09 Patient and Operator Position
Chapter 10 lsolation of the Operating Field
Chapter 11 Infection Control
Chapter 12 Pain Management in Operative Dentistry
Chapter 13 Matricing and Tooth Separation
Chapter 14 Pulp Protection
Chapter 15 Interim Restoration
Chapter 16 Bonding Agents and Techniques
Chapter 17 Composite Restorations
Chapter 18 Tooth Preparation for Composite Restorations
Chapter 19 Esthetic Dentistry
Chapter 20 Dental Amalgam
Chapter 21 Pin retained Restorations
Chapter 22 Direct Filling Gold
Chapter 23 Cast Metal Restorations
Chapter 24 Glass Ionomer Cements
Chapter 25 Tooth Hypersensitivity
Chapter 26 Management of Discolored Teeth
Chapter 27 Minimally Intervention Dentistry
Chapter 28 Cervical Lesions
Chapter 29 Dental Ceramics
Chapter 30 Selection of Restorative Materials
Chapter 31 Evidence based Dentistry
Chapter 32 Nanodentistry and Its Applications