The ‘all-in-one’ solution to mastering basic sciences in preclinical dentistry Basic Sciences for Dental Students is a cutting edge textbook specifically designed to support the needs of early years undergraduate dental students. Written by leaders in dental education and active oral and dental researchers involved with student assessment, the text explains the basic science that underpins the dental curriculum in undergraduate dental courses worldwide. Specifically related to dentistry and future clinical practice, chapters cover all of the introductory subjects that students need to know – biomolecules, cell biology, tissues of the body, cardiovascular, circulatory and pulmonary systems, the nervous system, immunology, oral microbiology, pathology, head and neck anatomy, tooth development, craniofacial development, saliva, and dental materials. Key features: Provides the basic science that underpins the early years of a dental curriculum Specifically tailored towards dentistry and future clinical practice Written by leaders in dental education and active oral and dental researchers Includes learning objectives and clinical relevance boxes throughout Self-assessment questions and downloadable figures are hosted on a companion website Basic Sciences for Dental Students is an indispensable resource for undergraduate dental students, especially those in the early years of their studies. It is also a useful revision tool for postgraduate MJDF and MFDS examinations and overseas candidates sitting their OREs.

QRS for BDS 1st Year is an extremely exam-oriented book. The book contains a collection of the last 10 15 years' solved questions of General Human Anatomy, Embryology and Histology; Human Physiology and Biochemistry; and Dental Anatomy, Embryology and Oral Histology in accordance with the new syllabus of BDS 1st year. The book will serve the requirements of BDS 1st year students to prepare for their examinations and help PG aspirants in quick review of important topics. It would also be helpful for PG students in a quick rush through the preclinical subjects About the Author : - Dr. Jyotsna Rao, is a senior faculty, currently working as an Associate Professor (Reader) in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, The Oxford Dental College, Hospital and Research Centre, Bangalore. She is also the founder and chairperson of Raghasai Institute of Postgraduate Entrance Examinations (RIPEE), Bangalore.Dr Rao has immense experience in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students. She also keeps herself actively involved in researching innovative and practical ways of coaching the budding professionals for various state and national level postgraduate entrance examinations.

Section 1: Introduction 1. History of Dental Radiography Section 2: Physics of Ionizing Radiation 2. Radiation Physics 3. Properties of X-rays 4. Production of X-rays Section 3: Radiation and Health Physics 5. Radiation Biology 6. Protection from Radiation Section 4: Imaging Principles 7. Ideal Radiographs 8. Radiographic Prescription 9. Faulty Radiographs 10. X-ray Films and Accessories 11. Processing Section 5: Imaging Techniques 12. Intraoral Radiographic Techniques 13. Extraoral Radiographs and Other Specialized Imaging Techniques 14. Panoramic Radiography 15. Cone-beam Computed Tomography 16. Digital Radiography Section 6: Radiographic Diagnosis of Pathology Affecting the Jaws 17. Normal Anatomy on Intraoral and Extraoral Radiographs and Basics in Interpreting Radiographs 18. Dental Caries 19. Periodontal Diseases 20. Dental Anomalies and Developmental Disturbances of the Jaws 21. Infections and Inflammatory Lesions and Systemic Diseases Affecting the Jaws 22. Cysts of Jaws 23. Benign Tumors of the Jaws 24. Malignant Diseases of the Jaws 25. Diseases of Bone Manifested in the Jaws 26. Temporomandibular Joint Disorders 27. Disorders of the Maxillary Sinus 28. Soft Tissue Calcifications and Ossifications 29. Trauma to Teeth and Facial Structures 30. Salivary Gland Disorders Section 7: Role of Maxillofacial Radiology in Specialized Dental Fields 31. Implant Radiology 32. Role of Dental Radiology in Forensic Odontology Case Reports Index