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This concise summary of the practice of periodontology provides an excellent review of the physiology of the oral cavity, the newest information on diagnosis and therapy of periodontologic diseases, and the theoretical basics. Practice-related parallel topics such as trauma, material incompatibility, emergency treatment, and antibiotic therapy are covered as well. This is an excellent guide for dentists and oral surgeons involved in the treatment of periodontal diseases. It makes an excellent companion to the legendary Rateitschak atlas. Table of Contents Background 1 Anatomy and Physiology 2 Periodontal Microbiology 3 Pathogenesis of Plaque-Induced Periodontal Diseases 4 Epidemiology of Periodontal Diseases 5 Prevention of Periodontal Disease 6 Classification of Periodontal Diseases Diagnosis 7 Diagnosis of Periodontal Disease 8 General Medical Considerations Therapy 9 Emergency Treatment 10 Phase I: Cause-Related Treatment 11 Phase II: Corrective Procedures 12 Phase III: Supportive Periodontal Therapy 13 Drug Therapy References Index