The Anatomical Basis of Dentistry

Bernard Liebgott, DDS, MScD, PhD, Professor Emeritus, Department of Surgery, Division of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Now in full color, The Anatomical Basis of Dentistry helps you master the essentials of gross anatomy! Complete, accurate coverage highlights the regions of the head and neck that are of clinical relevance. Core information provides a foundation of knowledge essential to providing a successful chairside experience for both you and the patient. Using a clear, accessible style, with practical Clinical Notes boxes, this book closely relates the basic science of applied anatomy to the clinical practice of dentistry.

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Paperback, 528 Pages

Published: November 2009

Imprint: Mosby

ISBN: 978-0-323-06807-9

1. General Concepts
The Study of Anatomy
Terminology
Skeleton
Joints
Muscular System
Cardiovascular System
Nervous System,
Body Coverings, Body Cavities, and Fascia
2. The Back
Skeletal Parts
Surface Features of the Back
Spinal Cord
Muscles of the Back
3. The Thorax
Skeleton and Divisions
The Thoracic or Chest Wall
The Pleural Cavities and Lungs
The Mediastinum
4. The Abdomen, Pelvis, and Perineum
Skeleton and Subdivisions
The Abdominal Walls
Peritoneum and the Peritoneal Cavity
Blood and Nerve Supply to the Abdomen
The Abdominal Viscera
5. The Neck
Skeleton and Surface Anatomy
Coverings and Regions
The Anterior Triangle
The Posterior Triangle
The Root
The Suboccipital Region
The Prevertebral Region
6, The Skull
Introduction
Views
Bones
Postnatal Development
7. The Head by Regions
The Face and Scalp
The Contents of the Neurocranium
The Orbital Cavity
The Parotid Region
The Masticator Region
The Pterygopalatine Fossa
The Nasal Cavity and Paranasal Air Sinuses
The Oral Cavity
Structures and Areas of the Oral Cavity
The Pharynx
The Larynx
The Ear
8. Systemic Anatomy of the Head and Neck
Arteries
Veins
Lymphatics and Lymph Nodes
Cranial Nerves and Cranial Autonomics
9. The Upper Limb
Skeleton
Joints, Movements, and Muscles
Muscles
Axilla
Nerve Supply: The Brachial Plexus
Arterial Supply
Venous Return
Lymphatic Drainage
10. The Lower Limb
Skeleton
Joints
Muscles
Nerve Supply: The Lumbar and Sacral Plexuses
Arterial Supply
Venous Return
Lymphatics
11. Applied Anatomy
Anatomy of Local Anesthesia
Imaging
Fractures of the Face
Spread of Dental Infections
Answers to Review Questions
Index

The Anatomical Basis of Dentistry

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