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THE NEUROBIOLOGY OF PERIODONTOLOGY AT A GLANCE tal history, examination and diagnosis’ ORTHODONTICS: TREATMENT V. Clerehugh, A. Tugnait, and section 17: ‘Periodontal screening’. OF MALOCCLUSION R. J. Genco THROUGH NEUROPLASTICITY These two sections are obviously closely UK: Wiley-Blackwell linked and the author does well to out- M. Z. Pimenidis price £24.99; pp 93 line the different methods in diagnosing UK: Springer ISBN 9781405123839 periodontal disease, from BPE indexes to price £126.00; pp 166 microbiological plaque sampling. ISBN 9783642003950 There are plenty of sections of a similar This is a well-illustrated and clear ref- mould to those mentioned above where erence text aimed at dental students the information is clearly and logically This book refl ects the relationship as well as dental professionals seek- set out. However, there are some that between the orofacial functions and ing a ‘refresher’. The book fulfi ls these could be improved. For example, section the neurological activity of the brain. roles well, offering a two-page, well- 3: ‘Periodontal epidemiology’ contains Through in-depth neurological knowl- organised summary of each aspect of far too much information for one double- edge the book demonstrates and educates periodontology that is covered. The text paged spread, causing the diagrams and on the effects of orofacial stimulation and is written by highly respected fi gures tables to become too small and too close function on the development of the sto- in the world of periodontology from together, with the result being information matognathic system. The book describes the University of Leeds and the State presented in a way that I personally found how the development of malocclusions University of New York. harder to absorb. This problem is repeated can occur or can be avoided depend- The book has 43 different sections in a couple of other topics throughout the ing on the orofacial sensory input. The which are organised logically and allow book but to a lesser extent. comprehensive information about brain the reader to build a good understand- It must be stressed, however, that activity and the effects on the orofacial ing of the topic. The layout is helpful and these less well-presented sections are development allow better appreciation commences with the science and basic defi nitely in a minority, and most of and diagnosis of the resulting maloc- knowledge behind the various topics such the book is extremely easy to read and clusions. The descriptions of the neuro- as ‘Anatomy of the periodontium’, ‘Role understand. The book on the whole is an logical and stomatognathic development of plaque in the aetiology of periodontal excellent aid to dental students and gen- enhance understanding of the effects of diseases’ and ‘Host defences’. This is fol- eral dental practitioners keen to refresh orthodontic treatment on the brain. lowed by the clinical implications of these their knowledge. The literature is specialised towards and the techniques used in the treatment M. Parsons orthodontic therapy and therefore is a of periodontal disease, in sections such recommended read for those practising as ‘Principles of periodontal diagnosis DENTISTRY IN PRISONS - orthodontics. However, even though it and treatment planning’, ‘Periodontal A GUIDE TO WORKING WITHIN may not be initial resource material for surgery’, ‘Plaque-induced gingivitis’, THE PRISON ENVIRONMENT an undergraduate or the general dental ‘Chronic and aggressive periodontitis’ S. Hancocks (ed) practitioner, it is highly recommended and fi nishing with ‘The decision to treat UK: Stephen Hancocks Ltd for those with an interest in orthodon- or refer periodontal patients’. price £34.95 (£59.95 with 3 tics. Good knowledge of the orthodontic Section 4: ‘Role of plaque in the aeti- hours’ CPD); pp 88 therapy effects on neurological activ- ology of host defences’ is a particularly ISBN97809546 145 ity is demonstrated and it would aid in good section. It uses simple, well spaced the treatment planning and implement- out diagrams, tables and images to con- ing of orthodontic treatment to achieve cisely summarise the microbiological This pioneering textbook was recently successful results. basis of periodontal disease. Other use- launched at the National Association of S. Bhatt ful topics include section 16: ‘Periodon- Prison Dentistry. It is aimed at dental

professionals who work within a OXFORD SPECIALIST HANDBOOKS maxillofacial surgery trainee in the coun- IN SURGERY: ORAL AND prison or secure environment. Histori- MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY try is eagerly anticipating its arrival. cally many such dentists have ‘learnt S. Grant on the job’ about the additional respon- Kerawala C, Newlands C (eds) sibilities of working within a prison UK: Oxford University Press INFECTION CONTROL FOR and there has been little or no formal price £42.95; pp 205 THE DENTAL TEAM training or information available. The ISBN 9780199204830 M. Martin, M. Fulford, J. Preston NAPD(UK) formed three years ago and UK: Quintessence sought to bring prison dentists together. price £20.00; pp 86 This book was a direct response Such is the success of the Oxford hand- ISBN 9781850971320 to demand. books series, there are now over 100 The book is practically formatted from titles, some of which are entering their This book provides a comprehensive the patient’s arrival at the dental surgery eighth editions. Having sold millions overview of the ‘why and how’ of infec- to their departure. There is a detailed of copies, the Oxford handbooks pride tion control in a well illustrated and overview of the current prison popula- themselves in being the market lead- concise format. It is best suited to the tion, its health and dental needs and an ing series of pocket handbooks for broad dentist who wishes to ensure they have example of dental triage. medical readership. They are aimed not a suffi ciently up-to-date understand- Preparation of the dental surgery, the only at students, junior doctors and spe- ing of this subject to enable the imple- importance of cross infection measures, cialist trainees but also nurses, dentists mentation of the key points of infection treatment planning for the prisoner and and paramedics. New to the arena of control within the dental surgery. clinical challenges of dental treatment Oxford specialist handbooks in surgery Exploring the risks of cross infection for prisoners are all covered in enough is the long awaited handbook in oral and in the dental environment and identify- detail to give an overview of the chal- maxillofacial surgery. ing infection risks, the fi rst two chapters lenges for the prison dentist. There are Edited by two leading consultant oral give the reader an insight into the need plenty of references for further reading and maxillofacial surgeons, with contri- for good infection control procedures. for those that crave more detail. butions from specialists and experts span- From this, the book then discusses sur- Throughout the book, there are ref- ning the entire United Kingdom, a very gery design and its impact on infection erences to the current guidelines and comprehensive, authoritative and concise control, giving various examples of documents relating to the provision of text has been written. Covering the exit acceptable surgery and decontamination dental treatment in prisons including syllabus for oral and maxillofacial sur- layouts and covering most practice set- an overview of competencies required gery specialist training, FRCS (OMFS), ups. The following chapter on instrument for Dentist with Special Interest this will prove to be a worthy compan- decontamination provides an in-depth accreditation. ion to undergraduate students, candidates understanding of the fundamental prin- There is a section dedicated to com- studying for MFDS/MJDF and specialist ciples of effective decontamination and missioning of services - an area which trainees at both junior and senior level. highlights appropriate limitations of some will bring clarity to those unfamiliar This pocket-sized text manages to cover procedures which may be used in general with this area. all aspects of oral and maxillofacial sur- practice. The chapter on disinfection is a Working within a prison is a unique gery, explaining the diagnosis and man- comprehensive account of types of disin- environment. Dentists are expected to agement of a wide range of congenital and fectants used in dentistry, their clinical conform to NHS and HMP policies and acquired conditions affecting the mouth, applications and clear guidelines for their standards. Knowledge of the former jaws, face and neck. Chapters include: use. Finally a chapter on legal and ethical can take years to acquire. This is a pio- trauma, oropharyngeal cancer, surgical issues completes the integration of mod- neering and truly unique textbook. It dermatology, salivary glands, orthog- ern infection control in general practice. will save so many prison dental team nathic surgery, craniofacial surgery, cleft The appendices include model examples members from having to fi nd the same lip and palate, aesthetic techniques, tem- of policies, protocols and checklists as information independently and allow its poromandibular joint, oral surgery tech- well as an outline of an appropriate train- readers to benefi t from the many com- niques and oral medicine. In a robust, ing syllabus. This gives the dental team bined years of experience of the book’s wipe clean cover, the book is designed an ideal resource to create individual many contributors. so that information is easy to fi nd and policies for their practice, ensuring prac- This book will be a valuable tool for refer to ‘on the job’. Numerous diagrams tice procedures and staff inductions are all members of the prison dental team, and photographs to illustrate procedures compliant with current standards. in particular, those starting out in a complement the text, with references for The style of this book will allow it to career in prison dentistry or special care further reading at the end of each chapter. be quickly and easily read by all mem- dentistry. It is the kind of book that I I am confi dent that this book will share bers of the team and provides a good wish was available when I had started the success of the rest of the Oxford hand- introduction to a key area of practice for working in a prison. books series for many editions to come. A new team members. R. Edwards space in the back pocket of every oral and A. G. A. Dewar