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Dentistry for the child and adolescent

Provides comprehensive coverage of oral care for infants, children, teenagers, and medically compromised individuals. Thoroughly revised material offers the most up-to-date diagnostic and treatment recommendations based on current research, literature, and clinical experience. Now in its 8th edition, this classic text continues to offer in-depth coverage of all areas relevant to the contemporary science and practice of pediatric dentistry
Print Book, English, ©2004
Mosby, St. Louis, Mo., ©2004
xiv, 769 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm
9780323024501, 0323024505
53903816
Examination of the mouth and other relevant structures
Child abuse and neglect
Nonpharmacologic management of children's behaviors
Development and morphology of the primary teeth
Radiographic techniques
Clinical genetics for the dental practitioner
Acquired and developmental disturbances of the teeth and associated oral structures
Tumors of the oral soft tissues and cysts and tumors of the bone
Eruption of the teeth: local, systemic, and congenital factors that influence the process
Dental caries in the hcild and adolescent
Mechanical and chemotherapeutic home oral hygiene
Nutritional considerations for the pediatric dental patient
Local anesthesia and pain control for the child and adolescent
Pharmacologic management of patient behavior
Hospital dentla services for children and the use of general anesthesia
Dental materials
Pit and fissure sealants and preventive resin restorations
Restorative dentistry
Treatment of deep caries, vital pulp exposure, and pulpless teeth
Gingivitis and periodontal disease
Management of trauma to the teeth and supporting tissues
Prosthodontic treatment of the adolescent patient
Dental problems of children with disabilities
Management of the medically compromised patient: hematologic disorders, cancer, hnepatitis, and AIDS
Growth of the face and dental arches
Cephalometrics and facial esthetics: the key to complete treatment planning
Management of the developing occlusion
Multidisciplinary team approach to cleft lip and palate management
Practice management
Community oral health