Synopsis
This volume provides a review of all types of glass-ionomer cements - from their uses, limitations, and advantages and disadvantages, to any problems associated with their use in modern dental practice. Detailed here are the physical, chemical, biological and clinical properties, with particular emphasis on clinical use on restorative and paediatric dentistry as well as orthodontics, prosthodontics, and endodontics. Questions about the efficacy of the newer-resin- and polyacid-modified materials are also addressed.

Synopsis

This textbook covers all aspects of materials science relevant to the practice of dentistry and is aimed primarily at undergraduate dental students, although parts should be useful for practising dentists, dental technicians and dental surgery assistants. This edition has been extensively revised to include the many advances in dental materials and includes new chapters on glass-ionomers and resin-modified glass-ionomers. The sections on dental adhesives and ceramics, in particular, have been expanded significantly. In addition, the scope has been widened to cover the clinical handling of materials.

Synopsis

This volume provides an insight into the myriad of dental materials by examining them in the context of actual clinical applications. Throughout the text there are sections entitled "dental significance" to emphasize the clinical importance of the material under discussion, resulting in a text that is perfect for students by imparting an unparalleled basic understanding of dental materials. It should also be useful for practicing dentists as it is objective and evidence-based. This approach provides sound advice for dentists charged with the difficult task of distinguishing between the plethora of materials available. It is also broad in scope, providing basic information on polymers, metals and ceramics, including new product categories such as flowable composites, resin-modified glass ignomers and compomers, as well as providing an insight into the highly confusing area of dental bonding systems. It includes a review of contemporary materials and conservative restorative options, and in doing so addresses materials used in virtually every dental discipline, including endodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, orthodontics and pediatric dentistry. Of particular note is the attention given to esthetic restorative materials and properties.

General Dental Practitioner [review from previous edition]
"This is a book that no dental student should be without. Starting from basic principles, it gives concise and comprehensive descriptions of all the commonly used preventive, restorative and prosthetic materials."

Book Description
Dental Materials: Properties and Manipulation is a comprehensive text focusing on the manipulation of dental materials most commonly used by auxiliaries in the dental office. Dental auxiliaries in some states can legally manipulate and place a number of dental materials as their duties have been extended. Therefore, a solid understanding of material manipulation and properties is vital. Auxiliaries must also be familiar with dental laboratory materials and be able to discuss them with patients. Dental Materials: Properties and Manipulation will allow the student to become familiar with all areas of dental materials, while maximizing his or her exposure to those materials.

Synopsis
Integration of study materials that serve as a laboratory aid containing several exercises and review and critical thinking questions * Development of an Instructor's Manual which will include learning objectives and instructor's classroom outlines for each chapter * A comprehensive Test Bank will provide questions that cover the content of the entire book *
Step-by-step discussion on finishing processes such as composites, amalgam, alloys, ceramics and porcelain, and acrylics * Addition of several how-to illustrations showing important procedures step-by-step such as mixing of impression materials and amalgam restoration. Basic science information, to ensure the appropriate handling of materials, will be integrated with the necessary how-to information * Learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter identify the most important concepts to be covered in the chapter. Each chapter will end with a short summary of these points * Addition of a glossary. The terms defined in the glossary will be highlighted throughout the text for easy identification.

Contents:
Introduction to Dental Materials; Properties to Materials; Preventive Dental Materials; Direct Esthetic Restorative Materials; Dental Amalgam; Finishing, Polishing, and Cleasing Materials; Cements; Impression Materials; Model and Die Materials; Waxes; Dental Casting Alloys and Solders; Casting of Dental Materials; Plastics in Prosthetics; Dental Porcelain; Glossary; Answers to Self-Test Questions; Appendix

Book Description
Phillips and Moore have now revised and updated this immensely helpful reference to reflect changes in the way in which dentistry is practised, as well as the vast recent advances in dental materials science. New and expanded coverage prepares the reader for today's materials and procedures, including castable ceramics, computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD-CAM) of ceramic restorations, implant materials and types, inelastic and elastomeric impression materials, direct filling restorative resins, dental cements - and much more!

Synopsis
Revised and updated to include materials and delivery systems which have been introduced since the fourth edition was published in 1984, this book includes expanded coverage of materials that relates to a esthetic dentistry. The book also includes thorough discussion of implant material, and addresses the safety of materials. Lists are used to clarify and emphasize related ideas and step-by-step procedures.

Synopsis

Dental amalgam is still the most useful restorative material for posterior teeth and it has been used successfully for over 100 years. This text describes the history of amalgam use, the exposure to mercury as it relates to both patients and members of the dental team and also assesses alternative restorative material.

Synopsis
The Roots of Dentistry is a fascinating history of dentistry, from the third millennium BC to the present day

Synopsis
Addresses that difficulty by providing practical, clinical techniques to help dentists identify the aetiological factors responsible for erosion, abrasion and attrition and offers assistance in planning and delivering appropriate patient care.

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