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This work contains the lectures and summaries of discussion sessions held at the international symposium commemorating the 30th anniversary of the European Research Group on Oral Biology. It presents insights on the epidemiology of oral diseases, orofacial patterning and regeneration, host-microbial interactions, and the role of saliva in health and disease. It should be a valuable resource to both clinicians and researchers.

Oral Biology at the Turn of the Century: Misconceptions, Truths, Challenges & Prospects, Congress, Interlaken, August 1998 (30th Anniversary of the European Research Group for Oral Biology

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Basel, Switzerland. Artistic atlas of teeth, mouths, and other dental-related photographic images as well as scenic photographic impressions. Beautiful layouts of exceptionally high-quality photographs. DNLM: Tooth-anatomy & histology atlases.

Voyage: Visions in Color and Form

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Saliva is essential for oral health and influences all events in the mouth. In 1850, Ludwig discovered that automatic nerve impulses evoke salivary secretion and all work since has shown that the nerves normally control the flow and protein output of saliva. This publication, written by international experts, is devoted to the neuroglandular mechanisms of this control. The chapters contained deal with: the intimate details of the nerves and their different transmitters in the glands; central connections of the glandular nerves; receptors in the glands; nerve-induced glandular secretion of proteins; autonomic transmitters on salivary cells; and the roles of non-conventional transmitters in the glands.

Neural Mechanisms of Salivary Gland Secretion

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The study of facial expression has been approached from a variety of perspectives, both theoretical and methodological. The strong foundations laid by the early pioneers have attracted researchers from a number of disciplines, such as psychology, physiology, and ethology. This volume marks the first time that a collection of contemporary facial scoring techniques and their utility, whether clinical, experimental, theoretical, or otherwise, follows an historical introduction of the area, thereby recording the developmental history of this science.

The Human Face: Measurement and Meaning

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Saliva is essential for oral health and influences all events in the mouth. This text examines the basic tissue mechanisms involved in the secretion of saliva, based on an holistic approach. It contains chapters which cover the histological basis for secretion, electrophysiological events, electrolyte and water secretion, protein synthesis and secretion, blood-flow, capillary dynamics, myoepithelial activity, glandular permeability and hormonal influences including the effects of diabetes, and the synthesis and secretion of IgA in humans. The book aims to bring together all available data on the subject and lay down a sound platform of knowledge on which further investigations can be made.

Glandular Mechanisms of Salivary Secretion

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The molecular mechanisms and protein species involved in enamel development and mineralization are areas of active research and debate. There is much to learn about the roles of the enamel matrix proteins (e.g. amelogenins and enamelins/tuftelins and ameloblastins) secreted by ameloblasts, as well as the process of abnormal enamel development, which may result either from inherited genetic defects (amelogenesis imperfecta) or from systemic or environmental factors such as fluoride. The aim of this book is to evaluate many of the recent advances in this field: the genetics and structural biology of the enamel matrix proteins; the structure/function relationships of these proteins in normal and diseased enamel; the new cellular, molecular, evolutionary and computational approaches that are fuelling progress towards the understanding of enamel genesis; and the biomimetic or tissue engineering approaches that may result in improved diagnostics and therapeutics. It contains lively debates from an international group of experts who have identified future directions both for the ‘science of dental enamel and health-related opportunities.

Dental Enamel – Symposium No. 205

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This book provides a comprehensive scientific investigation into every aspect of craniomandibular muscle function in both human and experimental animal studies. Topics discussed cover three broad areas: the anatomical, physiological, and histochemical aspects of these muscles; the special importance of these muscles to resting mandibular posture and mastication; and their role in clinically relevant problems involved with occlusion, craniomandibular disorders, and the growth and development of the cranioskeleton. Over 150 figures and tables are used to illustrate the concepts in these three areas. Methods for studying craniomandibular muscles are examined in depth, and the use of classically defined techniques such as electromyography and newer approaches using magnetic resonance spectroscopy and immunological identification of contractile proteins are discussed. Specialists in oral biology, orthodontics, oral surgery, prosthodontics, and craniomandibular disorders in schools and in private practice should consider this book an indispensable resource for their work and studies.

Craniomandibular Muscles their Role in Function and Form

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Translation of a clinical atlas for maxillofacial and oral surgeons, dentists, neurosurgeons, neurologists, and radiologists. Color and halftone photographs and line-drawing illustrations. DNLM: Head – anatomy & histology.

Clinical Anatomy of the Masticatory Apparatus and Peripharyngeal Spaces

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:Written by a broad spectrum of dental, medical and basic science researchers from around the world, this book presents state-of-the-art knowledge concerning the biology of connective tissues and their response to exogenous mechanical stimulation at the cell biology level. The text goes well beyond the traditional morphologic descriptions of tooth movement, covering the cell biology of the connective tissues involved, the various in vitro and in vivo research models, possible pharmacological means of influencing tissue responses, and biophysical considerations. Many cellular events that occur during tooth movement are discussed, as well as the exciting challenges, unanswered questions and possibilities in the future. This publication is extremely relevant to the work of dental specialists in orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, and periodontics plus orthopeadists and basic scientists working in connective tissue research.

The Biology of Tooth Movement

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Univ. of Michigan, Ann Arbor. Textbook, for dental students, includes extensive color illustrations and histologic radiographs. Covers the entire field of oral development and histology and addresses topics such as crown formation, root structures, wound healing, histology of oral mucosa and tonsils, and more. Prev ed: c1994. DNLM: Stomatognathic System–growth & development.

Oral Development and Histology