First published in 1944, Orban's Oral Histology and Embryology has become the classic text for successive generations of dental students. This thirteenth edition, while retaining the same fundamentals and lucid writing style, reflects upon the recent advances and latest curriculum offered in Indian universities. New to this Edition - All chapters have been extensively revised and updated - Incorporates Summary and Review Questions at the end of each chapter for the benefit of the students - All line illustrations have been modified and poor photographs have been replaced with improved ones for better understanding of the subject - New chapter on Lymphoid Tissue and Lymphatics in Orofacial Region - Preparation of Specimens for Histologic Study upgraded as a chapter Salient Features - Incorporates all relevant changes especially in the field of molecular biology - Discusses molecular biological aspects of oral tissues - Emphasizes clinical relevance of oral histological aspects

Chapter 1: Overview of Oral Tissues Chapter 2: General Embryology Chapter 3: Development of Face, Palate and Tongue Chapter 4: Development of Tooth Chapter 5: Enamel Chapter 6: Dentin Chapter 7: Pulp Chapter 8: Cementum Chapter 9: Periodontal Ligament Chapter 10: Alveolar Bone Chapter 11: Tooth Eruption Chapter 12: Shedding Chapter 13: Oral Mucous Membrane Chapter 14: Salivary Glands Chapter 15: Temporomandibular Joint Chapter 16: Maxillary Sinus Chapter 17: Lymphatics of Orofacial Region Chapter 18: Age Changes in Oral Tissues Chapter 19: Stem Cells Chapter 20: Evolution of Jaws and Teeth Chapter 21: Tissue Processing for Histological Examination Chapter 22: Histochemistry of Oral Tissues Appendix Index

Periodontology is the study of the supporting structures of teeth (gums, bones and cement-like substance that hold the teeth, and the periodontal ligament); and the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions that affect them. This fifth edition has been fully revised to provide dental students with the most recent advances in periodontology. Beginning with an introduction to the normal periodontium and classification and epidemiology of periodontal diseases, the following chapters provide in depth discussion on the periodontal pathology and the diagnosis and treatment of different types of periodontal disease. In addition to extensive referencing and numerous clinical photographs, diagrams and tables, this comprehensive guide includes a DVD ROM demonstrating procedures in periodontal surgery. The accompanying free booklet, Manual of Clinical Periodontics (9789352702237), provides case histories, instruments and viva voce questions to help students prepare for examinations. Key points Fully revised new edition presenting latest advances in periodontology Includes DVD ROM demonstrating surgical procedures Accompanying free booklet provides case histories and viva voce questions Previous edition (9789351522430) published in 2014

Accompanying CD-ROM contains ... "150 color images with legends, 472 book figures with legends, 438 multiple choice test questions, and 119 interactive drag-and-drop exercises." -- from CD-ROM Welcome screen.

Periodontology is the study of the supporting structures of teeth (gums, bones and cement-like substance that hold the teeth, and the periodontal ligament); and the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions that affect them. This textbook is a complete guide to periodontology for dental students. Divided into twelve sections, the book begins with explanations of normal periodontium, classification and epidemiology, aetiology, and pathology of gingival and periodontal diseases. The following sections cover diagnosis and both surgical and non-surgical treatment methods. A complete chapter is dedicated to implantology and the interdisciplinary link between periodontics and other subspecialties is explained in detail. Each topic is enhanced by colour-coded boxes highlighting key points, viva voce questions, and suggested further reading as well as high quality clinical photographs, diagrams and tables. Key Points Complete guide to periodontology for dental students Covers surgical and non-surgical treatments, including implantology Each topic enhanced by colour-coded boxes highlighting key points Features viva voce questions, photographs, diagrams and tables, and suggestions for further reading