Color Atlas of Dental Medicine: Periodontology

Rateitschak's extraordinary atlas, universally recognized as the pre-eminent work in periodontology, is back in a brand new edition! With an emphasis on the most rigorously documental scientific and clinical advances, presented in concise text and exquisitely detailed photographs, the book will quickly become a cherished classic in the library of all practitioners.This new edition has been updated to include new developments in every aspect of the field, including * etiology and pathogenesis * oral manifestations and treatment of HIV infection * diagnostic tests * advanced conservative and surgical therapies, including guided tissue regeneration * newest systemic and local slow-release drugs * implants to augment dental therapy * mucogingival plastic surgery in halting recession * newest classifications of periodontal disease* and much more!Special features:All important information presented in a clear and user-friendly formatNearly 2,000 full-color, clearly labeled photographs for immediate identification of pathologies and treatment techniquesAll therapies described and illustrated step-by-stepTips and tricks from the experts to avoid complications and treatment failureMore than a decade in preparation, this magnificently detailed work is a must for every practitioner and student of periodontics. It incorporates exciting new findings that have immediate clinical applicability, and will be a treasured resource in every practice.

Rateitschak's extraordinary atlas, universally recognized as the pre-eminent work in periodontology, is back in a brand new edition! With an emphasis on the most rigorously documental scientific and clinical advances, presented in concise text and exquisitely detailed photographs, the book will quickly become a cherished classic in the library of all practitioners.This new edition has been updated to include new developments in every aspect of the field, including * etiology and pathogenesis * oral manifestations and treatment of HIV infection * diagnostic tests * advanced conservative and surgical therapies, including guided tissue regeneration * newest systemic and local slow-release drugs * implants to augment dental therapy * mucogingival plastic surgery in halting recession * newest classifications of periodontal disease* and much more!Special features:All important information presented in a clear and user-friendly formatNearly 2,000 full-color, clearly labeled photographs for immediate identification of pathologies and treatment techniquesAll therapies described and illustrated step-by-stepTips and tricks from the experts to avoid complications and treatment failureMore than a decade in preparation, this magnificently detailed work is a must for every practitioner and student of periodontics. It incorporates exciting new findings that have immediate clinical applicability, and will be a treasured resource in every practice.

<p><strong>Fundamentals</strong><br>Introduction<br>Structural Biology<br>Etiology and Pathogenesis<br>Microbiology<br>Pathogenesis&mdash;Reactions and Defense Capabilities of the Host<br>Indices<br>Epidemiology<br><strong>Disease Entities and Diagnosis</strong><br>Types of Plaque-associated Periodontal Diseases<br>Gingivitis<br>Ulcerative Gingivitis/Periodontitis<br>Hormonally Modulated Gingivitis<br>Periodontitis<br>Oral Pathologic Alterations of Gingiva and Periodontium<br>HIV Infection&mdash;AIDS<br>Gingival Recession<br>Data Collection&mdash;Diagnosis&mdash;Prognosis<br>Additional Diagnosis&mdash;Tests<br>Microbial Diagnosis&mdash;Test Methods<br>Tests of the Host Response&mdash;Risks<br>Prevention&mdash;Prophylaxis<br><strong>Therapy</strong><br>Treatment of Inflammatory Periodontal Diseases<br>Periodontal Wound Healing<br>Systemic Pre-phase<br>Emergency Treatment<br>Phase 1 Therapy<br>Initial Treatment 1&mdash;Oral Hygiene by the Patient<br>Initial Therapy 1&mdash;Creating Conditions that Enhance Oral Hygiene<br>Phase 1 Therapy<br>FMT&mdash;"Full Mouth Therapy"<br>Medication<br>Phase 2 Therapy Periodontal Surgery&mdash;Corrective Phase<br>Flap Procedures&mdash;Open Treatment<br>"Access Flap" Surgery, Open Flap Debridement (OFD)&mdash;Modified Widman Flap (MWF)<br>Regenerative Methods<br>Resective Methods Pocket Elimination&mdash;Osseous Surgery<br>Gingivectomy and Gingivoplasty<br>Furcation Involvement&mdash;Furcation Treatment<br>Mucoginigval, Plastic Surgery<br>Covering Areas of Recession<br>Covering Areas of Recession with a Connective Tissue Graft<br>Covering Areas of Recession via "Guided Tissue Regeneration"&mdash;(GTR)<br>Periodontics&mdash;Endodontics<br>Phase 3 Therapy Periodontal Maintenance Therapy&mdash;Recall<br><strong>Supporting Therapies</strong><br>Function-Functional Therapy<br>Orthodontics<br>Splinting-Stabilization<br>Perio-Prosthetics 1 Standard Techniques<br>Perio-Prosthetics 2 Supplemental Measures, Esthetics<br>Dental Implants&mdash;Implant Therapy<br><strong>Appendices</strong><br>Geriatric Periodontology?&mdash;The Periodontium in the Elderly<br>Classification of Periodontal Diseases</p>