Book Review
Clinical Operative Dentistry – Principles
and Practice” 2nd edition
Book ReviewISBN No: 978-81-920604-9-1
Pages: 504; MRP: Rs. 895/- per copy
The authors have accomplished their intended goals and
produced an excellent textbook in operative dentistry both
for beginners as well as for the clinician. With the revision
of the earlier edition and addition of four new chapters,
the scope and clarity of the second edition has increased
tremendously. The book is well organized and readable
with useful information compiled excellently. The authors
have presented an unbiased up-to-date review of research
in clinical practice and restorative materials. The textbook
would be of much value for any clinician as a ready reference,
particularly with regard to tooth preparation techniques
and modalities of restorative techniques. The book is well
organized and meticulously illustrated, encompassing
all aspects of conservative dentistry, keeping in mind the
syllabus prescribed by many universities in India.
The initial chapters follow the logical pattern dealing with
introduction and basic principles of operative dentistry,
which are very useful for the preclinical students. Chapters
7 to 12 depict information about clinical procedures
such as cavity preparation, instrumentation, and related
aspects. Further chapters on infection control and patient
evaluation have been adequately dealt with and explained
in an organized manner.
The chapters dealing with various restorative materials
such as amalgam, composites, glass ionomers, ceramics,
and direct and indirect gold restorations have been given
a detailed insight with suggestion of innovative bits and
hints of information based on the clinical experience and
knowledge of the authors.
The description of cavity designs for various restorative
materials is exhaustive, informative, and meticulous,
especially with reference to internal features of cavity and
cavo-surface treatment. Special mention has been made
with regard to the description of ceramic restorations
including CAD-CAM restorations.
Ideal treatment involves selecting intelligent alternatives
without bypassing biologic, mechanical, functional, and
esthetic requirements, and this aspect has been carefully
depicted in relation to all restorative materials and tooth
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preparations. The neophyte student and the practitioner
will benefit from the practical tips and suggestions given
by the authors. New concepts based on advances in
biomaterials are presented with valid techniques.
The textbook is well illustrated with eye-catching
color diagrams and apt explanations and information,
which enables the student and the clinician to predict
success with greater certainty. Apart from color plates
and clinical photographs, the book also has some good
photomicrographs wherever necessary. A feature is the
presentation of important points highlighted in color
blocks, along with a self-assessment section in each
chapter, which are novel and very useful for the student.
Addition of chapters 29 to 32 is a welcome feature to make
the textbook complete with latest thoughts on aesthetic
dentistry, bleaching, and use of lasers in conservative
dentistry. The authors have evaluated the current literature
and provided a distillate of information pertinent to current
clinical practice in conservative dentistry.
This is a well-written, informative, and comprehensive
textbook of immense value to everyone involved in tooth
preparation for long-term service and oral health. The
book should be on the shelves of all those who practice
restorative dentistry in day-to-day practice, and for
the student it is an excellent bible to learn and practice
operative dentistry. This textbook is an excellent reference
book for students and teachers in the specialty.
S Jagadish
Former Dean - Faculty of Dentistry Rajiv Gandhi University of
Health Sciences Bangalore, India
E-mail: jag1943@gmail.com
How to cite this Article: Jagadish S. Clinical Operative Dentistry
- Principles and Practice" 2nd edition. J Conserv Dent 2012;15:404.
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