Oral Microbiology - Softcover

Marsh, Philip D.; Martin, Michael V.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0723610517 ISBN 13: 9780723610519

Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd, 1999

Synopsis

A unique text taking an ecological approach for dental professionals and microbiologists. In this new edition of 'Oral Microbiology' the authors' combine the clinical aspects of oral microbiology with an ecological emphasis. Each of the clinically-oriented chapters emphasises the pathogenesis of infection, microbiological diagnosis and principles of treatment. Substantially revised and updated, this fourth edition of the book is an invaluable guide for all dental professionals involved in the management of oral infection, and for microbiologists.

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Review

"The authors are to be congratulated on a much revised text that will continue the tradition of the Oral Microbiology textbook as one of the leaders in its field."Dental Update, March 2000 a book appears in its fourth edition you can be sure it is a good, popular read; this book, whilst being easy to read and assimilate nevertheless carries very important messages about the complex relationship between oral micro flora and the host, in health and disease. It is aimed at dental professionals, other clinical dental professionals, dental under and post graduate students, microbiologists and research workers... If you qualified some years ago this book will bring you up to date with current thinking in the vital area of Oral Microbiology."The General Dental Practitioner, March 2000 comprehensive, clinically orientated textbook that explores the pathogenesis of infection, microbiological diagnosis and the principles of treatment."Association of Medical Microbiologists, July 2000

About the Author

Dr. Williams currently leads the Oral Microbiology Group based at the School of Dentistry, at Cardiff University, Cardiff, UK. Since Dr. Williams' first degree (Cardiff University), he has worked in the pharmaceutical industry, food microbiology and as an academic researcher. Having completed a PhD at the School of Dentistry in Cardiff on the immunopathogenesis of oral candidosis, Dr. Williams' research has continued within Cardiff University and primarily focuses within the field of Clinical Microbiology with an emphasis on studies involving microbial biofilms. Dr. Williams' research encompasses investigating biofilm susceptibility to antimicrobial agents, expression of virulence factors such as hydrolytic enzyme production, adhesion, and microbial modulation of innate immune responses. Of particular interest has been research into the development of biomaterials (e.g. silicone rubber, acrylic, titanium) to inhibit biofilm formation on medical devices. Dr. Williams is a previous recipient of the Senior Colgate Award (British Society for Oral and Dental Research) and the International Hatton Award (The International Association for Dental Research).

About this edition

• Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 0723610517
• ISBN 13: 9780723610519
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 208