Essentials Of Oral Medicine

This work is a classic textbook in the tradition ofCecil’s Essentials. The book is prepared to simplify patient evaluation and treatment, improve patient care and prevent complications. Organised into five sections, the text describes and illustrates a large number of oral diseases and conditions including pathologic and molecular correlates. It is designed to enable both students and practitioners to attain a final diagnosis and initiate the appropriate treatments.

This is a new edition of a classic textbook of oral pathology and oral medicine for dental students and candidates for postgraduate dentistry exams. Illustrated in colour throughout, the book offers a comprehensive introduction to the pathology of oral disease, its clinical manifestations and the principles of management. A final section deals with the medically compromised patient.

This is a new edition of a classic textbook of oral pathology and oral medicine for dental students and candidates for postgraduate dentistry exams. Illustrated in colour throughout, the book offers a comprehensive introduction to the pathology of oral disease, its clinical manifestations and the principles of management. A final section deals with the medically compromised patient. Comprehensive coverage of both oral pathology and oral medicine in a single paperback volume Ideal for both undergraduate and post-graduate dentistry exams Lucid writing style provides easy access to essential information Illustrated in high quality throughout, with over 80 new full colour images Ample use of flow charts guide the student thorough the process of differential diagnosis for a range of conditions Classic text explaining the dental relevance of a range of systemic diseases Updated chapters on cancer and premalignancy, including new information on disease management. New section on healing of the normal tooth socket, and pathology of osseointegration and sinusitis. Includes discussion of controversial issues such as prophylaxis for infective endocarditis. Addition of new WHO disease classifications – such as premalignancy. New section on the relationship between the pathology of caries and its treatment. Usability of diagnostic flow charts improved by addition of icons to the relevant sections of text referring the reader to the flow chart. Many sections improved and updated, including cleft lip and palate, maxillary sinusitis and lichenoid reactions to amalgam restorations. New section on implants, implant related lesions and osseointegration.

The new edition of this classic book continues to support a new generation of dental students in their understanding of the essential aspects of oral pathology and oral medicine as they relate to the day-to-day practice of dentistry. Fully updated throughout with the latest diagnostic tests, treatment protocols and international guidelines, the book now comes with Pageburst – an exciting product which provides readers with an eBook – giving them the printed book, plus access to the complete book content electronically. Histology slides within the e-book can be magnified by the reader simulating the use of the microscope and aiding learning by the addition of overlays. Brand new edition of the first textbook to integrate oral medicine, pathology and surgery in a practical, student-orientated fashion! Friendly, accessible writing style provides ready access to essential information Ample use of flow charts guide the student thorough the process of differential diagnosis for a range of conditions Evidenced-based throughout to help facilitate safe clinical practice Presents the latest national and international guidelines Helpful self-assessment provides an indication of the level of understanding and problem solving abilities expected at an undergraduate level Useful summary charts aid subject revision and understanding Expanded to meet the higher-level of understanding and application of knowledge required of students today Contains trusted PubMed ID references and websites to ensure relevance and immediacy Updated design – with helpful colour coding – aids reader engagement and retention of facts Improved illustration program helps clarify complex physiological processes and other challenging concepts

The tenth edition of this core textbook will prepare the reader to diagnose and treat many different diseases and disorders that they may not have encountered in person before. The text integrates oral medicine, pathology, and surgical and drug treatment, allowing the reader to apply diagnostic algorithms and develop the key understanding they will need to apply theory to clinical practice. Originally published in 1962, Cawson's Essentials of Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine continues to offer its trademark easy-to-read style, a world-class collection of photographs showing oral conditions, and the latest evidence and guidelines to support safe clinical practice. Thoroughly updated to include new guidelines, oral diseases and treatments including the new WHO Classification of Tumours 2022 terminology Friendly, accessible writing style provides ready access to essential information Flow charts to guide the reader thorough the process of differential diagnosis for a range of conditions Evidenced-based throughout to help facilitate safe clinical practice Self-assessment to support understanding and problem solving Summary charts to aid learning and revision New chapters on pathological and diagnostic aspects of cosmetic procedures New section on respiratory disease including COVID-19; other new diseases such as MPox included Chapter listing adverse events Information on genetic causes of diseases and tumours, along with novel treatments Information on periodontal diseases completely revised and updated in the light of recent research New and extra images included throughout