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ESSENTIALS OF ORAL HISTOLOGY AND EMBRYOLOGY
Essentials of Oral Histology and EmbryologyA Clinical Approach
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Third Edition

By
James Avery, DDS, PhD, Professor Emeritus of Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Professor Emeritus of Anatomy, Medical School, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
Daniel Chiego, MS, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Cariology, Restorative Sciences, and Endodontics, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA

Description
This outstanding book covers all areas of oral histology and embryology pertinent to clinical dental practice. Introductory material includes a complete discussion of the structure and function of the body's cells, as well as the stages of orofacial development from conception to birth. It also covers developmental problems such as cleft lip and palate, specific phases of tooth development, and biofilm substances that form on the surface of teeth. New Clinical Comments boxes and Consider the Patient scenarios help readers apply key concepts to actual practice.

Contents
Chapter 1 Development and Structure of Cells and Tissues
Chapter 2 Structure and Function of Cells, Tissues, and Organs
Chapter 3 Development of the Oral Facial Region
Chapter 4 Development of the Face and Palate
Chapter 5 Development of Teeth
Chapter 6 Eruption and Shedding of the Teeth
Chapter 7 Enamel
Chapter 8 Dentin
Chapter 9 Dental Pulp
Chapter 10 Cementum
Chapter 11 Periodontium: Periodontal Ligament
Chapter 12 Periodontium: Alveolar Process and Cementum
Chapter 13 Temporomandibular Joint
Chapter 14 Oral Mucosa
Chapter 15 Salivary Glands and Tonsils
Chapter 16 Biofilms
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Bibliographic & ordering Information
Paperback, 256 pages, publication date: DEC-2005
ISBN-13: 978-0-323-03339-8
ISBN-10: 0-323-03339-3
Imprint: MOSBY



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