Carranza's Clinical Periodontology Expert Consult: Text with Continually Updated Online Reference - Hardcover

Newman DDS FACD, Michael G.; Takei DDS MS FACD, Henry; Klokkevold DDS MS, Perry R.; Carranza DR ODONT FACD, Fermin A.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1437704166 ISBN 13: 9781437704167

Publisher: Saunders, 2011

Synopsis

The most widely used periodontics text, Carranza's Clinical Periodontology provides both print and online access to basic procedures as well as the latest in advanced procedures and techniques in reconstructive, esthetic, and implant therapy. Not only does this book show how to do periodontal procedures, it describes how to best manage the outcomes and explains the evidence supporting each treatment. Written by leading experts Michael Newman, Henry Takei, Perry Klokkevold, and Fermin Carranza, along with a pool of international contributors, this edition also discusses the close connection between oral health and systemic disease. A new Expert Consult website includes the entire, fully searchable contents of the book, and takes learning to a whole new level with content updates, videos, a drug database, and much more.

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• Comprehensive coverage describes all aspects of periodontics in a single volume, including periodontal pathology, the etiology of periodontal diseases, the relationship between periodontal disease and systemic health, treatment of periodontal diseases, oral implantology, supportive treatment, and ethics, legal, and practical matters.
• Problem-solving, scenario-based learning opportunities use well-documented case reports to help you learn both basic and advanced procedures and techniques.
• 'Speed to competence' is enhanced with access to print, online, and mobile platforms.
• A unique approach combines evidence-based decision-making, science transfer, and classification/nomenclature throughout every chapter.
• A one-of-a-kind Genetic Factors and Periodontal Disease chapter examines the role of genetic factors in gum disease.
• In-depth information serves as an excellent foundation in preparing for the National Board Dental Exam.

• Expert Consult website offers fast, reliable online access to advanced material, videos, an image collection, a drug database, interactive flash cards, multiple-choice test questions, interactive references, and Pathology Consult -- plus, the entire contents of the book are fully searchable.
1. Find core information in the book; additional, advanced information is provided online.
2. Consult your book from any computer, anywhere in the world, for the entire life of this edition.
3. Keep current with regular updates of the latest periodontal news and information.
4. Follow links from biographical citations to the corresponding MEDLINE abstracts.
5. See a comprehensive library of pathology photos.
• Coverage of the latest advances includes the emerging link between periodontal disease and systemic health.
• Full-color illustrations depict the newest developments in surgical technology.
• A new Multidisciplinary Approach to Dental and Periodontal Problems chapter discusses the importance of collaborative care in the practice of periodontics.
• Etiology of Periodontal Diseases (Part 4) provides a more comprehensive background in periodontal anatomy, physiology, and pathogenesis.

About this title

About the Authors

Mike Newman has had a long career in Periodontology, both as a teacher (UCLA for 35 years now professor emeritus) and a clinician (private office for more than 30 years LA and Beverly Hills California). He is past president of American Academy of Periodontology, past Board Member of AAP Foundation, current Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, and founding editor-in-Chief of Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice and Annual Report in Dentistry. He currently works as a HealthCare Consultant for professional organizations and private industry specializing in periodontal treatment and practice-based research.

Dr. Klokkevold is a Board-Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. He served as Clinical Director (1995-2002) and now serves as Program Director (2002-present) of the UCLA Postgraduate Periodontics Residency program. Prior to specializing in periodontics and implant surgery, Dr. Klokkevold practiced general dentistry and served as Director of the UCLA Hospital Dentistry program (1987-1992). Dr. Klokkevold has more than 20 years of experience in education, administration and clinical practice in periodontics and implantology.

Edition details

• Publisher: Saunders
• Publication date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1437704166
• ISBN 13: 9781437704167
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 872