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.

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.