Shafer S Textbook Of Oral Pathology

Extensively revised and updated contents Advanced information scattered throughout the book in highlighted boxes Removal of outdated data Addition of more than 200 colour pictures Re-categorization of cysts of the oral cavity Odontogenic keratocyst and Dentinogenic Ghost cell tumour topic has been updated Nonepithelial Benign and Malignant tumours of the oral cavity are discussed as a separate chapter Topic on stem cells has been revised and updated

The second edition of this textbook provides undergraduate and postgraduate dental students with the most recent advances in oral pathology. Beginning with discussion on diagnostic techniques, the following chapters describe numerous diseases and disorders that may occur in the mouth, from dental caries and teeth anomalies, to cysts, tumours, infections and AIDS. The text continues with in depth examination of conditions located in the different areas of the mouth. This new edition is highly illustrated with more than 1000 clinical photographs, microphotographs, histopathology images and line diagrams. ‘Points to remember’ boxes are included for each disease or disorder, and multiple choice questions at the end of each chapter help students test their knowledge. Key points Second edition providing dental students with recent developments in oral pathology Comprehensive text, covering diagnostic techniques and treatment of both common and more complex disorders Multiple choice questions and ‘points to remember’ boxes assist revision Previous edition published in 2010

The second edition of this book is significantly revised and presented in four-colour format. It is designed to meet the needs of UG students but will also be helpful to PG students for their curriculum. It provides all the essential concepts of oral pathology to give better insight to students and helps them to prepare for both theory and practical examinations. Salient Features Easy to understand and systemic presentation of answers in examination. Presents text in well-structured format including definition, pathogenesis, clinical features, radiographic features, histopathology, prognosis and predictive features Bulleted points help in rapid revision and self-assessment before examination Hand-drawn histopathological diagrams, flowcharts, tables and schematic illustrations helps to understand subject in a simple format. Contributors are added for a broader scope of knowledge Additional Feature Complimentary access to enhanced e-book with chapterwise frequently asked questions and answers