This first edition of A Dictionary of Dentistry
provides over 4,500 definitions covering all the
important terms and concepts used in dentistry today.
Entries are written in clear and concise English without
the use of unnecessary dental or medical jargon, and
many entries are supplemented by detailed line drawings.
The dictionary defines terms in a broad range of dental
specialist areas including primary care, anatomy and
comparative anatomy, physiology, biochemistry,
radiography, radiology, orthodontics, periodontology,
restorative dentistry, dental public health, paediatric
dentistry, oral surgery, embryology, homeopathy,
pharmacology, sedation, histology, implantology, ethics,
and oral medicine. For completeness, some drugs,
techniques, and instruments of historical interest have
been included. It also includes a number of biographies
of those who are considered to have made a highly
significant contribution to dentistry.The principal
muscles, nerves, arteries, veins, foramina, and sinuses
of the head and neck together with illustrations are
grouped together as appendices: also included is a
further reading list, and a list of common symbols and
abbreviations used in both the UK and America. A key
feature of this book is the Dictionary of Dentistry
companion website, which provides quick access to
recommended web links for many entries, plus over 100
full-colour illustrations. An essential guide for dental
practitioners and dental students, it is also an
invaluable reference source for all members of the
dental team, medical practitioners, lawyers involved
with members of the dental profession, and the general
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