Essentials of Dental Caries: The Disease and Its Management

by Edwina A.M. Kidd, Joyston-Bechal Kidd, Sally Joyston-Bechal, et al.

Book Overview

This clearly written and fully illustrated guide describes the causes of dental caries ("dental decay") and its progression through the tooth. Its emphasis is on prevention as well as early diagnosis so that decay can be arrested in its early stages. In addition, the book discusses the causes of the decay process in enamel and dentine, diet and plaque control, the use of fluoride and fissure sealants, and the properties of restorative materials. Since...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0192626914
• ISBN13: 9780192626912
• Release Date: January 1997
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.1"