In this issue of Dental Clinics, guest editors Alpdogan Kantarci, Andreas Stavropoulos, and Anton Sculean bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Biologics and Biology-based Regenerative Treatment Approaches in Periodontics. - Provides in-depth, clinical reviews on the latest updates in Biologics and Biology-based Regenerative Treatment Approaches in Periodontics, providing actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field; Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create these timely topic-based reviews.

In this issue of Dental Clinics, guest editors Drs. Jack L. Ferracane, Luiz E. Bertassoni, and Carmem S. Pfeifer bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Dental Biomaterials. Dental biomaterials have received recent attention in terms of exhibiting excellent performance, as well as increased migration and proliferation of cells involved in the osseointegration of implants. This issue offers up-to-date, expert coverage of adhesives, cements, composites, ceramics, scaffold materials, and implants, as well as light curing and safety of dental materials. - Contains 11 practice-oriented topics including dental adhesives: surface modifications of tooth structure for stable bonding; resin-based composites: materials for direct and indirect applications; new technologies for restorative dentistry; advances in ceramics for dental applications; cements and protocols for bonded dental ceramics; and more. - Provides in-depth clinical reviews on dental biomaterials, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

In this issue of Dental Clinics, guest editor Dr. Stephanie M. Munz brings her considerable expertise to the topic of Special Care Dentistry. In this issue, top experts in the field focus on the provision of dental care services for people with cognitive, physical, medical, or developmental conditions which can preclude them from receiving routine dental care. Key topics include patients with cleft lip, orofacial pain, and neurosensory disorders, in addition to teledentistry, mentorship, advocacy, and the impact of the COVID pandemic. - Contains 11 relevant, practice-oriented topics including dental materials in special care dentistry; the pandemic impact on oral health of patients with special healthcare needs; teledentistry for patient-centered screening and assessment; oral health advocacy over the lifespan for the patient with special healthcare needs; interprofessional collaboration for the patient with special healthcare needs; and more. - Provides in-depth clinical reviews on special care dentistry, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

In this issue of Dental Clinics, guest editors Drs. Behnam Bohluli, Shahrokh C. Bagheri, and Omid Keyhan bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Smile Design. An all-new topic to Dental Clinics, smile design offers patients a custom-tailored plan that reflects their unique needs and personal goals. In this issue, top experts cover everything from the basics of treatment planning to specific techniques and treatments, ending with a discussion from three masters of the craft. - Contains 13 relevant, practice-oriented topics including smile analysis: diagnosis and treatment plan; the gummy smile diagnosis and classification; digital smile design dentistry; smile management: a discussion with the masters; and more. - Provides in-depth clinical reviews on smile design, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

This issue of Dental Clinics focuses on Radiographic Interpretation for the Dentist and is edited by Dr. Mel Mupparapu. Articles will include: Fundamentals of Radiographic Interpretation for the Dentist; Radiology of Dental Caries; Radiographic Diagnosis of Periodontal Disease; Radiology in Endodontics; Imaging in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery; Radiographic Interpretation in Oral Medicine and Hospital Dental Practice; Intraoral Scanning, Digital Dental Casts, Face Scans, and Cone Beam CT Integration for the Virtual Patient; Pathologic and Physiologic Calcifications of the Head and Neck Significant to the Dentist; Radiographic Diagnosis of Systemic Diseases Manifested in Jaws; Imaging in Prosthodontic Practice; Imaging in Orthodontics; Radiographic Diagnosis in the Pediatric Dental Patient; and more!

Oral Wound Healing: Cell Biology and Clinical Management brings experts from around the world together to provide an authoritative reference on the processes, principles and clinical management of wound healing in the oral mucosa. Promoting a thorough understanding of current research on the topic, this new resource draws together thinking on the basic biological processes of wound healing in the oral environment, as well as providing more detailed information and discussion on processes such as inflammation, reepithelialization and angiogenesis. Beyond this, the book goes on to examine topics pertinent to the effective clinical management of oral wound healing, bringing together chapters on large dento-facial defects, dental implants, periodontal regeneration, and pulp healing.An essential synthesis of current research and clinical applications, Oral Wound Healing will be an indispensable resource for dental specialists, oral and maxillofacial surgeons as well as researchers in oral medicine and biology.

This book is designed as a comprehensive and up-to-date instructional guide to the strategies employed for regeneration of the maxillomandibular region, with emphasis on allogeneic and tissue engineering principles. Readers will find information on indications and contraindications for procedures, pertinent anatomy, surgical techniques, postoperative management, and management of complications. Current surgical techniques utilizing biotechnology for regeneration and reconstruction are described in depth, with explanation of their benefits in minimizing patient morbidity. In addition, state of the art free vascular transfer for maxillary and mandibular reconstruction is extensively discussed, with a particular focus on indications and step-by-step technique. The authors are well-known experts in their field who are keen to share their extensive experience and preferred approaches. The book is intended for all oral and maxillofacial surgeons, head and neck surgeons, and plastic and reconstruction surgeons who wish to increase their knowledge on the latest modalities of maxillary and mandibular reconstruction.

Accompanying CD-ROM contains ... "150 color images with legends, 472 book figures with legends, 438 multiple choice test questions, and 119 interactive drag-and-drop exercises." -- from CD-ROM Welcome screen.

This book describes practical, contemporary, and evidence-based surgical approaches for the treatment of diseases and conditions affecting the periodontium, including advanced forms of periodontal disease, gingival recession, and complex cases requiring interdisciplinary management. The book opens by identifying key considerations in periodontal surgery, for example with regard to diagnosis and prognosis, and by presenting decision trees that will be useful in daily practice. Cutting-edge resection and regeneration techniques for the treatment of periodontitis and mucogingival surgical procedures for the management of soft tissue deficiencies are then described and illustrated in detail, highlighting important tips and tricks as well as potential difficulties and complications. The final part of the book is devoted to interdisciplinary care, which is of key importance when periodontal surgery is indicated in the management of cases requiring orthodontic, endodontic, and restorative therapy. Advances in Periodontal Surgery will be of value for practitioners at all levels of experience as well as for students entering the field.