Florin-Eugen Constantinescu
DMD , PhD Student Holistic Dental & Medical Institute of Bucharest - ROPOSTURO , Bucharest
Romania e-mail : dr . florin . constantinescu @ gmail . com
Books Review
Keep It Simple : Concept Porcelain Book
Author : Paulo Battistella Publisher : Quintessence Publishing , Germany Language : English ISBN : 978-85-7889-092-6 Edition : 1 / e Publish Year : 2017 Pages : 236 , illustrated Price : 150.00 €
Biomimicry has been introduced as a term for innovations inspired by nature and the author of this book applies this concept when performing dental restorations . The book has four chapters and clearly describes the technique for layering restorative materials to more accurately recreate the esthetic qualities found in natural teeth while being abundantly illustrated . The author presents the concept of dentin layering and preparing the structure to receive the enamel effects in their places . After the layer of dentin , he covers it with a layer simulating the dentinoenamel junction ( DEJ ) followed by the final layer , a thin layer of enamel sealing the tooth for canine lateral and central teeth porcelain restoration . The author presents the proper stratification technique by starting from the alveolar model by Willi Geller ; the technique is described in detail throughout an entire chapter . Next , he describes the rehabilitation plan from the extra- and intra- oral photos protocol , wax-up protocol , the interocclusal records in light curing resin and the mockup . The last part is used by the author to describe 11 clinical cases which illustrate his method of restoration , which highlights the ideal case of biomimicry . Paulo Battistella ' s book is accompanied by over 500 exceptional photographs taken by a professional photographer and is a true guide to dental materials stratification techniques to make ceramic restorations with exceptional aesthetic qualities . Each ceramist should consult this book in order to perfect his technique and to make restorations as natural as possible .
Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy
Indications , Limits and Clinical Protocols with the Adjunctive Use of Diode Laser
Author : Marisa Roncati Publisher : Quintessence Publishing , Italy Language : English ISBN : 978-88-7492-045-7 Edition : 1 / e Publish Year : 2017 Pages : 416 , illustrated Price : 120.00 €
DOI : 10.25241 / stomaeduj . 2018.5 ( 1 ). bookreview . 3
Iulia Ciolachi
DMD Holistic Dental & Medical Institute of Bucharest - ROPOSTURO , Bucharest
Romania e-mail : dr . iuliaciolachi @ yahoo . ro
Periodontal disease is one of the most common affection of the oral cavity seen in daily practice . The goals of the periodontal therapy are to preserve , improve and maintain the natural dentition , dental implants , periodontium and peri-implant tissues in order to achieve health , aesthetics and function . The book “ Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy ” by Dr . Marisa Roncati shows how to manage and resolve inflammatory periodontal diseases and how to maintain stable results over time . This book has six chapters . It starts with the main goal in periodontal therapy , long-term clinical stability . Periodontal patient management is approached in chapter two presenting modus operandi , initial clinical phase , initial therapy , protocols , consequences of aggressive periodontal instrumentation , cause related therapy reevaluation . The most significant factor in achieving a satisfactory result and maintaining in the long term is the patients ’ home care skills which are clearly presented in chapter three along with non-surgical periodontal instrumentation . There are descriptions of calculus detection , mechanical and ultrasonic therapy , step-by-step operating techniques , classification of manual instruments and correct movement types and clinical protocol in complex cases . Significant attention is paid to diode laser treatment in chapter four as an adjuvant to nonsurgical treatment giving details about indications , limits , and protocols . Considering that cases of peri-implantitis are increasing Dr . Roncati dedicates a whole chapter ( 5 ) to this affection , describing numerous protocols for dealing peri-implantitis and mucositis . The last chapter is dedicated to periodontal maintenance and strategies in dealing with clinical instability . This book provides in a clear and concise manner how to manage and resolve inflammatory periodontal diseases and how to maintain stable results over time . The book is exceptionally illustrated with more than 1.390 images that make it easier to understand . Every periodontist , young or experienced should read this book because it is a great educational tool , helping to master therapy protocols adapted to today ’ s technology .
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