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Immunology for Dentistry
Mohammad Tariqur Rahman (Edited by), Wim Teughels (Edited by), Richard J. Lamont (Edited by)
9781119893004, Wiley
Paperback / softback, published 6 July 2023
272 pages
27.7 x 21.4 x 1.4 cm, 0.737 kg
"The book has a wealth of information for both undergraduate and postgraduate students, and is enhanced with relevant illustrations and schematic presentations. Some of the complex subjects of immunology are simplified using templates, colour diagrams and illustrations for easy understanding of the end user.
To summarise, this excellent book provides an invaluable collection of useful information about oral immunology and its key aspect for dental medicine. This book is an essential read for both undergraduate and postgraduate students, and is an enjoyable read for anyone or any clinician willing to have a good grasp of oral immunology and the immune system."
—Prashanth Narayanan, Associate Dentist, Larkham House Dental Practice, Plymouth, UK, Published in British Dental Journal (23:9 Nov 23)
Immunology for Dentistry Understand the fundamentals of oral immunology with this accessible reference Immunology for Dentistry fulfils the need for a comprehensive overview of oral immunology and its key aspects for dental medicine. Its broad-based and accessible coverage introduces readers to all essential elements of oral immunology, from mechanisms of the immune system through to specific diseases and pathogens and their interactions with the immune system. This thorough text will provide an understanding of the link between the oral immune system and oral microbiome as contributors to oral health. Readers will also find: Authored by a team of international experts, Immunology for Dentistry provides a valuable approach to the fundamental and clinical aspects of immunology. It is a useful reference for dental students, teachers, and researchers, and will also be of interest to practicing dentists and specialists.
List of Contributors vii Preface ix Acknowledgements x 1 Cells and Organs of the Immune System 1 2 Oral Immune System 13 3 Mechanisms of Immune Responses 26 4 Immune Responses in Wound Healing of Oral Tissues 39 5 Stem Cell Immunology 48 6 Trace Elements in Oral Immunology 61 7 Oral Microbiome and Oral Cancer 79 8 Oral Microbiome and Periodontitis 100 9 Periodontitis and Systemic Diseases 114 10 Immunology of Tooth Movement and Root Resorption in Orthodontics 134 11 Sex Hormone Modulation in Periodontal Inflammation and Healing 156 12 Dental Alloy- associated Innate Immune Response 165 13 Inflammation and Immune Response in Arthrogenous Temporomandibular Disorders 187 14 Prospects of Passive Immunotherapy to Treat Pulpal Inflammation 202 15 Techniques in Immunology 215 16 Control Selection and Statistical Analyses in Immunological Research 239 Index 252
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Subject Areas: Other branches of medicine [MM]
