Tissue Engineering: Application in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Periodontics - Hardcover

Lynch, Samuel E.; Nevins, Myron; Marx, Robert E.; Wisner-Lynch, Myron

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0867154640 ISBN 13: 9780867154641

Publisher: Quintessence Publishing Co Inc.,U.S., 2008

Synopsis

This new edition reflects the remarkable clinical and scientific advances in bone and soft tissue reconstruction since publication of the first edition of this award-winning book 7 years ago. Highly potent recombinant growth factors are now widely available, and numerous chapters describe and provide cases illustrating how to incorporate these protein therapeutics into clinical practice. The reader will find information about the basic principles of tissue engineering, use of growth factors in orthopedics, and potential applications of gene therapy in dentistry. The book also features chapters on periodontal regeneration and localized implant site development. A section on applications for craniofacial reconstruction describes procedures for use of growth factors in the treatment of defects. The final section addresses orthopedic indications for tissue engineering. An invaluable, up-to-date resource for practitioners wanting to integrate tissue engineering into their clinical practice, researchers seeking inspiration for new directions, and those new to this fascinating field.

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Synopsis

Recombinant human platelet-derived growth factor (rhPDGF) is now used widely in bone and periodontal regeneration and treatment of gingival recession, as is recombinant human bone morphogenic protein 2 (rhBMP-2) in sinus floor reconstruction and alveolar ridge augmentation associated with extraction sockets. These are only two of the many advances

Edition details

• Publisher: Quintessence Publishing Co Inc.,U.S.
• Publication date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0867154640
• ISBN 13: 9780867154641
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 312