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Anatomical variations in clinical dentistry

This excellently illustrated book aims to equip dentists, oral surgeons, and trainees with the detailed knowledge of anatomical variations in the oral region that is now required for optimal daily clinical practice. The book opens with an introductory section on anatomical variations from the point...

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Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Other Authors: Iwanaga, Joe (Editor), Tubbs, R. Shane (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham, Switzerland : Springer, [2019]
Physical Description:
1 online resource (viii, 247 pages) : illustrations (some color)
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Online Access:SpringerLink - Click here for access
Contents:
  • Intro; Preface; Contents; Part I: Anatomical Variations from the Point of view of Clinical Practitioners; 1: Anatomical Variations Relevant to Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons; References; 2: Anatomical Variations from the Point of View of the Periodontist; 2.1 Introduction; 2.2 Common Anatomical Variations Relevant to Periodontal Surgery; 2.2.1 Greater Palatine Foramen and Greater Palatine Neurovascular Bundle; 2.2.1.1 Variations in the Anatomic Configuration of the Greater Palatine Foramen; 2.2.1.2 Variations in the Anatomic Configuration of the Greater Palatine Neurovascular Bundle.
  • 2.2.2 Anatomy and Variations of the Maxillary Sinus2.3 Mandibular Anatomical Structures Relevant to Periodontal Surgery; 2.3.1 Mandibular Canal; 2.3.1.1 Variations in the Anatomic Configuration of the Mandibular Canal; 2.3.2 Mental Nerve and Foramen; 2.3.2.1 Variations in the Anatomic Configuration of the Mental Nerve and Foramen; 2.3.3 Incisive Branch of the Inferior Alveolar Nerve; 2.3.3.1 Variations in the Anatomic Configuration of the Incisive Branch of the Inferior Alveolar Nerve; 2.3.4 The Lingual Nerve; 2.3.4.1 Variations in the Anatomic Configuration of the Lingual Nerve.
  • 2.3.5 Buccal Nerve2.3.5.1 Variations in the Anatomic Configuration of the Buccal Nerve; References; 3: Anatomical Issues Related to Endodontics; 3.1 Anatomy of the Root Canal Space as it Affects Endodontic Outcomes; 3.1.1 Local Anesthesia; 3.1.2 Nonsurgical Endodontic Treatment; 3.1.3 Surgical Endodontic Treatment; 3.1.4 Fascial Spaces, Compartments, or Clefts; References; Part II: Mandible; 4: Anatomy and Variations of the Pterygomandibular Space; 4.1 Introduction; 4.2 Boundaries, Musculature, and Fascia; 4.3 Maxillary Artery; 4.4 Inferior Alveolar Nerve, Artery, and Vein.
  • 4.4.1 Inferior Alveolar Nerve4.4.2 Inferior Alveolar Artery; 4.4.3 Inferior Alveolar Vein; 4.5 Lingual Nerve; 4.6 Sphenomandibular Ligament and Nerve to the Mylohyoid; 4.7 Mandibular Foramen and Lingula; 4.8 Mylohyoid Groove; 4.9 Other Clinical Considerations; References; 5: Anatomy and Variations of the Retromolar Fossa; 5.1 Introduction; 5.2 Anatomy and Contents of the Retromolar Fossa; 5.2.1 Retromolar Fossa and Retromolar Triangle; 5.2.2 Retromolar Pad; 5.2.3 Musculature; 5.2.4 Cortex and Cancellous Bone Tissue; 5.2.5 Retromolar Foramen and Retromolar Canal.
  • 5.2.6 Vasculature and Lymphatics5.2.7 Course of the Buccal Nerve; 5.2.8 Course of the Lingual Nerve; 5.3 Retromolar Foramen and Canal; 5.3.1 Classifications of RMC Course; 5.3.2 Contents of the RMC; 5.3.3 Anesthesia; 5.3.4 Vasculature of the RMC; 5.3.5 Radiographic Detection; 5.3.6 Frequency; 5.3.7 Diameter and Location; 5.3.8 Age, Gender, Side Predilection, and Number; 5.4 Clinical Application; 5.4.1 Extraction of Third Molar and Infections; 5.4.2 Sagittal Split Ramus Osteotomy; 5.4.3 Retromolar Triangle Tumors; 5.4.4 Distal Wedge Procedure; References.