Bonded Porcelain Restorations in the Anterior Dentition: A Biomimetic Approach [Hardcover]

Pascal Magne (Author), U. Belser (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0867154225 | ISBN-13: 978-0867154221 | Publication Date: May 2002 | Edition: 1

This work introduces an approach to aesthetic restoration of the anterior dentition. Guided by the philosophy of biomimetics, the authors combine sound biologic principles with an overriding respect for the natural intact tooth to achieve aesthetic satisfaction with bonded porcelain restorations.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 406 pages
• Publisher: Quintessence Pub Co; 1 edition (May 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0867154225
• ISBN-13: 978-0867154221
• Product Dimensions: 11.4 x 8.7 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #359,096 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #64 in Books > Medical Books > Dentistry > Dental Hygiene

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What a Book - a must BUY, October 30, 2003

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Dr. Andrew Hamadi - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bonded Porcelain Restorations in the Anterior Dentition: A Biomimetic Approach (Hardcover)

The author takes an revolutionary approach to restoring anterior teeth, a Biomimetic approach. The author goes back to basics and studies nature i.e. the form and function of natural teeth. He then studies how each tissue (dentine/enamel) behaves mechanically (when loaded) and where the forces and stresses concentrate. These findings then lay the foundation as to how teeth should be restored i.e. should they be restored so they are as strong as nature (mimic natures strength) or stronger. The author tends to favour the former approach, and goes about outlining materials and design principles that will achieve this result. He presents an extremely interesting method and commonsense approach to restoring teeth. By reading this book, it allows us to reflect upon the potential disasters (verticle root fractures, decorination) that may be caused by restoring teeth in the traditional way (crowns & posts) whereby making them stronger than nature.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You must have this book, June 22, 2002

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Bradley A. Blair DDS (Galloway, OH United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bonded Porcelain Restorations in the Anterior Dentition: A Biomimetic Approach (Hardcover)

This book is a must have if you enjoy doing bonded porcelain restorations and you want to see how a master does it. The lab work is unbelievable and the photography is excellent. Its like having an Ansel Adams book: you have to see how the best do it so that you have something to aspire to.

The cost is pretty high, but so what. You will want to take notes when you read this. If you are really flush with cash, buy one for your lab tech.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars very good, November 17, 2010

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Andrey - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Bonded Porcelain Restorations in the Anterior Dentition: A Biomimetic Approach (Hardcover)

this is a fantastic book. you'll find there pretty much everything you might need about the topic. It has been very carefully thought through too. it is very easy to read, no rubbish, just the practical stuff. The book itself is a piece of art, beautifully printed and finished.
look no further!