This book is a practical, comprehensive guide to the management of children and adolescents in general dental practice. A logical, evidence-based approach to oral health is adopted throughout. The commonly encountered oral and dental problems and their diagnosis and treatment are covered in detail, with particular attention to dental caries, dental trauma, developmental anomalies, periodontal problems, and soft tissue conditions. Up-to-date guidance is provided on history taking, dental examination, preventive strategies and advanced behaviour management. In addition the relevance of common medical conditions to dental management is discussed. The book is divided into four sections, each of which focusses on a specific age group, helping the reader to relate clinical issues to the different dental developmental stages. The readily understandable text is supported by many informative colour illustrations and diagrams.

Birth To 3 Years' Old: Growth and Development in Relation to Paediatric Dentistry

Introduction to the Dental Surgery
Prevention and Interventions in Oral Health Care in Children. 3 To 6 Years' Old: Behaviour Management of the Paediatric Patient for Dental Procedures
Management of Dental Caries in Primary Teeth
Dento-Alvoeolar Trauma in the Primary Dentition
Safeguarding for the Paediatric Patient. 6- 12 Years' Old: Medical History and Dental Management of the Young Patient
Tooth Eruption and Common Disturbances
Dental Anomalies in the Young Permanent Teeth
Management of Dental Caries in the Young Permanent Teeth
Dento-Alvoeolar Trauma in the Permanent Dentition. 12 To 16 Years' Old: Periodontal Conditions
Tooth Surface Loss
Common Soft Tissue and Hard Tissue Lesions.