BookNanci, Antonio; Ten Cate, A. R.
Summary: "Understand oral histology and learn to apply your knowledge in the clinical setting with this definitive reference. Now in full color and thoroughly updated, this 8th Edition provides insight on contemporary research and trends in oral histology, embryology, physiology, oral biology, postnatal growth and development that is essential to your success in oral health!"--Provided by publisher.
Contents:
Structure of the oral tissues
General embryology
Embryology of the head, face, and oral cavity
Cytoskeleton, cell junctions, fibroblasts, and extracellular matrix
Development of the tooth and its supporting tissues
Bone
Enamel : composition, formation, and structure
Dentin-pulp complex
Periodontium
Physiologic tooth movement : eruption and shedding
Salivary glands
Oral mucosa
Temporomandibular joint
Facial growth and development
Repair and regeneration of oral tissues.