Presenting a comprehensive exploration of restorative dental materials, this book provides the information readers need to know to correctly use dental materials in the clinic and dental laboratory. Ranging from fundamental concepts to advanced skills, it also provides the scientific basis for technical procedures and manipulation of materials.

Comprehensive exploration of restorative dental materials presents everything readers need to know to correctly use dental materials in the clinic and dental laboratory, from fundamental concepts to advanced skills. The scientific basis for technical procedures and manipulation of materials is provided, and the book's problem-solving approach focuses on applying new information to practical situations. At the end of each chapter, a case-based scenario presents the opportunity to work through problems and verify solutions. Extensive figures and tables of data throughout the book clarify the text.

Problems and Solutions at the end of each chapter test your ability to apply chapter concepts to solve common clinical challenges. Mind Maps on the companion Evolve website condense essential chapter content into single-page overviews ideal for quick reference, study outlines, or comprehensive reviews. Comprehensive coverage reflects fundamental concepts and the latest practical knowledge all in one authoritative source. Appendix of useful resource materials provides quick, convenient access to Weights and Measurements, Conversion Tables, and Comparative Table of Troy, Avoirdupois, and Metric Weights. Content updates and links on Evolve keep you current with the latest developments in the field.

Master the use of dental materials with this all-in-one guide to restorative materials and procedures! Craig's Restorative Dental Materials, 14th Edition covers everything you need to know to understand the science of selecting dental materials when designing and fabricating restorations. It begins with fundamentals and moves on to advanced skills in the manipulation of dental materials, providing insight on the latest advances and research along the way. From an expert author team led by Ronald Sakaguchi, this comprehensive resource is considered to be the standard in the field of dental restorations. - Clear, design-focused approach provides an essential understanding of the fast-changing field of restorative dental materials. - Comprehensive coverage ranges from fundamental concepts to advanced skills, detailing everything you need to know to select dental materials when designing and fabricating restorations. - More than 300 full-color illustrations show clinical detail with clarity and realism. - Logical organization arranges chapters by major clinical procedures. - Practical examples show the fundamental properties and characteristics of materials and demonstrate how basic principles relate to clinical applications. - New co-editor Jack L. Ferracane is recognized worldwide as an authority in dental materials science and restorative dentistry. - NEW! Cutting-edge content describes the newest materials and the latest advances and research in dental biomaterials science. - NEW! More clinical photos help you apply concepts to clinical practice.

Master the use of dental materials in the clinic and dental laboratory and stay current with this ever-changing field with Craig's Restorative Dental Materials, 13th Edition. From fundamental concepts to advanced skills, this comprehensive text details everything you need to know to understand the scientific basis for selecting dental materials when designing and fabricating restorations. This practical, clinically relevant approach to the selection and use of dental materials challenges you to retain and apply your knowledge to realistic clinical scenarios, giving you an authoritative advantage in dental practice. - Problems and Solutions at the end of each chapter test your ability to apply chapter concepts to solve common clinical challenges. - Mind Maps on the companion Evolve website condense essential chapter content into single-page overviews ideal for quick reference, study outlines, or comprehensive reviews. - Comprehensive coverage reflects fundamental concepts and the latest practical knowledge all in one authoritative source. - Appendix of useful resource materials provides quick, convenient access to Weights and Measurements, Conversion Tables, and Comparative Table of Troy, Avoirdupois, and Metric Weights. - Content updates and links on Evolve keep you current with the latest developments in the field. - NEW! Full-color design and illustrations clarify clinical detail for greater understanding. - NEW! Reorganized content emphasizes scientific evidence and is organized by usage in a clinical setting to help you study more efficiently. - NEW! Digital Imaging and Processing for Restorations chapter equips you with essential understanding of current imaging practices. - NEW! Major revisions reflect the latest advances in the use of enamel, dental, biofilms, mechanical testing, ceramics, polymers, and composites.

Dental Materials at a Glance, 2nd edition, is the latest title in the highly popular At a Glance series, providing a concise and accessible introduction and revision aid. Following the familiar, easy-to-use at a Glance format, each topic is presented as a double-page spread with key facts accompanied by clear diagrams encapsulating essential information. Systematically organized and succinctly delivered, Dental Materials at a Glance covers: Each major class of dental material and biomaterial Basic chemical and physical properties Clinical handling and application Complications and adverse effects of materials Dental Materials at a Glance is the ideal companion for all students of dentistry, residents, and junior clinicians. In addition, the text will provide valuable insight for general dental practitioners wanting to update their materials knowledge and be of immediate application for dental hygienists, dental nurses, dental assistants, and technicians.

Presenting a comprehensive exploration of restorative dental materials, this book provides the information readers need to know to correctly use dental materials in the clinic and dental laboratory. Ranging from fundamental concepts to advanced skills, it also provides the scientific basis for technical procedures and manipulation of materials.