Clinical Periodontology

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Elsevier Saunders, 2006 - Medical - 1328 pages
Unsurpassed in its authority and scope, the 10th edition of the most widely used periodontics reference is now available online! This e-dition offers the convenience of a textbook, plus quick access to continually updated clinical and case studies - keeping readers on the cutting edge of dental science. With the website, the complete text of Carranza's Clinical Periodontology, 10th Edition is fully searchable, making it easy to locate topics and terms quickly. Users will also discover video clips, exclusive text, links to further learning opportunities, and updates that are continually updated and never outdated.
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Contents

INTRODUCTION CHAPTER
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William V Giannobile
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CHAPTER
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Copyright

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About the author (2006)

Mike Newman has had a long career in Periodontology, both as a teacher (UCLA for 35 years now professor emeritus) and a clinician (private office for more than 30 years LA and Beverly Hills California). He is past president of American Academy of Periodontology, past Board Member of AAP Foundation, current Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, and founding editor-in-Chief of Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice and Annual Report in Dentistry. He currently works as a HealthCare Consultant for professional organizations and private industry specializing in periodontal treatment and practice-based research.

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