Essentials of Dental Caries: The Disease and Its Management (Dental Practical Handbooks) Book

This clearly written and fully illustrated guide describes the causes of dental caries ("dental decay") and its progression through the tooth. Its emphasis is on prevention as well as early diagnosis so that decay can be arrested in its early stages. In addition, the book discusses the causes of the decay process in enamel and dentine, diet and plaque control, the use of fluoride and fissure sealants, and the properties of restorative materials. Since patient cooperation is vital to prevention, a chapter has been devoted exclusively to methods of teaching patients their essential role in caries control. The book covers methods of prevention from both a scientific and practical point of view so that it is relevant to dental students as well as dentists, dental nurses, hygienists and therapists. This second edition has been fully revised and updated to include the latest research and techniques of clinical practice.Read More