Main description:

This textbook is an up to date guide to dental anatomy and oral physiology for students. Beginning with an introduction and definition of terms, the following chapters discuss the anatomy and morphology of different teeth.

Each chapter provides a brief outline and a narrative illustrating the key aspects of each tooth, followed by a summary organised in an easy-to-read two column format.

This practical book applies dental anatomy and forensic odontology to oral medicine, general dentistry, orthodontics, prosthetics, implantology, endodontics and orofacial surgery.

More than 500 colour illustrations and images of original cases are provided to assist learning.

Key points

Practical guide to dental anatomy and oral physiology for students
Each chapter clearly presented with brief outline, narrative and summary
Includes more than 500 colour images and illustrations

Contents:

Introduction
Definitions and Meaning of Terms Used in Dental Anatomy
Tooth Numbering Systems
Development of Occlusion
Permanent Incisors
Permanent Cuspids
Premolars
Permanent Molars
Deciduous Dentition
Occlusion
Vascularity and Innervation of Maxilla and Mandible
Tooth Anatomy and Forensic Odontology
Carving Steps of Different Teeth
Trait Features of Teeth
Calcium and Phosphorus Metabolism
Functions of Teeth
Pain
Saliva