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<p>Preface 8</p> <p>Acknowledgements 9</p> <p><b>Section 1: Overview of prosthodontics</b></p> <p>1. Overview: rehabilitation of natural teeth 10</p> <p>2. Overview: rehabilitation by artificial teeth 12</p> <p><b>Section 2: Diagnostics</b></p> <p>3. Diagnostics: history taking 14</p> <p>4. Diagnostics: initial consultation 16</p> <p>5. Diagnostic adjuncts 1 18</p> <p>6. Diagnostic adjuncts 2 20</p> <p>7. Radiography 22</p> <p>8. Computed tomography 24</p> <p>9. Dental photography 26</p> <p>10. Occlusal analysis 28</p> <p>11. Plaster casts and additive diagnostics 30</p> <p><b>Section 3: Treatment planning</b></p> <p>12. Treatment planning: evidence-based treatment 32</p> <p>13. Treatment planning: decision-making 34</p> <p><b>Section 4: Occlusion</b></p> <p>14. Occlusion: terminology and definitions 36</p> <p>15. Occlusion: clinical procedures 38</p> <p>16. Occlusion: laboratory procedures 40</p> <p>17. Occlusion: adjustment and splints 42</p> <p><b>Section 5: Periodontal aspects</b></p> <p>18. The dentogingival apparatus 44</p> <p>19. Prosthodontic considerations 46</p> <p><b>Section 6: Endodontic aspects</b></p> <p>20. The dental pulp 48</p> <p>21. Intraradicular support 50</p> <p>22. Coronal support: core build-up 52</p> <p><b>Section 7: Anterior dental aesthetics</b></p> <p>23. Anterior dental aesthetics: basic principles 54</p> <p>24. Anterior dental aesthetics: theories 56</p> <p>25. Anterior dental aesthetics: guidelines 58</p> <p>26. Anterior dental aesthetics: bleaching 60</p> <p><b>Section 8: Intracoronal restorations</b></p> <p>27. Choice of intracoronal restorations 62</p> <p>28. Choice of materials for direct restorations 64</p> <p><b>Section 9: Extracoronal restorations</b></p> <p>29. Choice of extracoronal restorations 66</p> <p><b>Section 10: Materials for indirect restorations</b></p> <p>30. Cast metal alloys, titanium and resin-based composites 68</p> <p>31. Ceramic materials 70</p> <p><b>Section 11: Tooth preparation</b></p> <p>32. Micro-invasive and minimally invasive techniques 72</p> <p>33. General guidelines for rotary tooth preparation 74</p> <p>34. Preparation for resin-bonded fixed partial dentures 76</p> <p>35. Preparation for inlays and onlays 78</p> <p>36. Preparation for porcelain laminate veneers 80</p> <p>37. Preparation for full coverage crowns and fixed partial dentures 82</p> <p><b>Section 12: Temporary restorations</b></p> <p>38. Provisionals 84</p> <p><b>Section 13: Impressions</b></p> <p>39. Impression materials 86</p> <p>40. Impression techniques and armamentarium 88</p> <p>41. Impressions: soft tissue management 90</p> <p><b>Section 14: Dental laboratory</b></p> <p>42. Computer-aided design and manufacture technology 92</p> <p><b>Section 15: Cementation</b></p> <p>43. Luting agents 94</p> <p>44. Luting agents for definitive restorations 96</p> <p>45. Dentine bonding agents 98</p> <p>46. Luting techniques 100</p> <p><b>Section 16: Removable prostheses</b></p> <p>47. Removable prostheses 102</p> <p><b>Section 17: Dental implants</b></p> <p>48. Osseointegration 104</p> <p>49. Implants: general considerations 106</p> <p>50. Implants: treatment planning 108</p> <p>51. Augmentation and site preparation 110</p> <p>52. Implants: surgical techniques 112</p> <p>53. Types and configuration of implants 114</p> <p>54. Implant abutments 116</p> <p>55. Restorative options 118</p> <p>Index 121</p>

<p>“To summarise, this is a beautifully presented reader-friendly book.  It is a very easy read from start to finish.  I have no hesitation in recommending this book to any clinician who seeks a reference guide or an aide-memoire.”  (<i>British Dental Journal</i>, 1 January 2013)</p>

<b>Irfan Ahmad</b> has a private dental practice on the outskirts of London, UK. He is an active member of the European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. He writes extensively on the topic of aesthetic restorations and is a popular invited speaker at dental conferences across the world. His publications number over 120 in peer reviewed international dental journals, and he is the sole author of three books, <i>Digital and Conventional Photography: A Practical Clinical Manual,</i> <i>A Clinical Guide to Anterior Dental Aesthetics</i> and <i>Protocols for Predictable Aesthetic Dental Restorations</i>.

<p>This latest title in the popular at a Glance series provides a concise and accessible introduction and refresher on all aspects of prosthodontic dentistry. Following the familiar, easy to use at a Glance format, each topic is presented as a double page spread with essential facts accompanied by clear diagrams and clinical photographs. Starting with diagnostics and treatment planning, the book examines the most common occlusal, periodontal and endodontic presentations and goes on to cover the full range of prosthodontic treatments including intra- and extra-coronal restorations, removable prostheses and dental implants. The role of dental materials in prosthodontic treatment is comprehensively covered, with chapters on impressions, cementation and tooth preparation. </p> <p><i>Prosthodontics at a Glance</i> is an ideal companion for all students of dentistry, clinicians and members of the dental team with an interest in prosthodontics. </p> <p>KEY FEATURES </p> <ul> <li>Covers all major sub-topics of prosthodontic dentistry</li> <li>Includes a separate chapter on the use of CAD/CAM technology in the lab</li> <li>Considers aesthetic factors in prosthodontic presentation and treatment</li> <li>Written by a leading expert in the field</li> </ul>

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