Dental implants the art and science

• Other Authors: Babbush, Charles A. (Editor)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Philadelphia, PA Saunders 2001
• Subjects: Dental Implants
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• Physical Description: xvii, 532 pages colour illustrations 29 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 9780721677477; 0721677479

This comprehensive, highly-illustrated, full-colour text-atlas covers principles and techniques of oral and maxillofacial implants, both restorative and surgical. The very latest surgical techniques, explained thoroughly and effectively, are highlighted visually with more than 1,000 full-colour illustrations. It covers all aspects of cases, from selecting patients, through surgery to maintenance hygiene. A must-have resource for all practising prosthodontists and oral surgeons! Topics include radiographic evaluation, maxillary antroplasty, inferior alveolar nerve lateralization and mental neurovascular distalization, hard and soft tissue grafting, a two-part chapter on alternative methods of reconstruction of the atrophic mandible the smooth staple and transmandibular implant, and real-time video processing The book is divided into sections, making it easy for readers to find topics in Case Selection and Evaluation, Surgical Technique, Prosthetics, Maintenance and Hygiene, or the Cyber Office. Covers the entire panorama of the art and science of dental implants in one volume. Includes the latest in patient selection, biomaterials, osteointegration, radiology, practice management, and legal issues Comprehensive coverage of state-of-the-art techniques and materials help the reader understand the latest developments in the field Concise, orderly approach to procedures provides a great reference for all levels of experienced clinicians A world renowned contributor list including Kenneth Judy, Michael Block, Michael Powers, and Hans Bosker gives readers the opportunity to learn from the top experts in the field