Caries Prevention - A Paradigm Shift in Dentistry - In depth overview of various measures undertaken in prevention of tooth decay

In the past caries diagnosis and treatment was limited to detection and restoration of cavitated lesions. This drill and fill method failed to detect the underlying etiologic factor. Preventive programs should be instituted by analyzing the caries risk of the patient and providing a customized program to suit the need of patient. Regular monitoring and appropriate intervention are critical for changing the oral environment from one of hostility to one directed towards repair and stability. This book gives an overview on need for prevention, various modes of caries prevention and recent advances in caries prevention including the role of herbs in caries prevention.

About the author

Dr Ruchi Vashist successfully completed her Masters in Endodontics from TN MGR University, Chennai, India. She has number of national and International publications to her credit.She is presently working as Sr. Lecturer in the department of Endodontics and Conservative Dentistry at National Dental College, Dera Bassi,Punjab, India.

Product details

• Authors: Rahu Sharma, Rahul sharma, Ravi Sher Sing Toor, Ravi Sher Singh Toor, Ruch Vashisht, Ruchi Vashisht
• Publisher: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 22.03.2012
• EAN: 9783848414284
• ISBN: 978-3-8484-1428-4
• No. of pages: 124
• Subject: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine > Dentistry