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Atlas of oral surgery
BOOK REVIEWS
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Various surgical approaches are considered in connection with enlargement of the coronoid process, the intra-oral route being preferred when possible. The importance of Short wave diathermy and ultra-sound are post-operative physiotherapy is emphasised. The monograph is highly recomrecommended in addition to the usual jaw exercisers. mended and summarises all the available knowledge on this relatively obscure but clinically important pathological entity. N. L. ROWE
Oral Surgery IV. 4th International Conference Munksgaard. 1973. Price k12.30.
on Oral Surgery.
Copenhagen:
This 4th volume is a series of reports of the transactions of the conference held in The Amsterdam in May 1971 and opens with papers that contributed to the symposia. first symposium was devoted to the maxillary sinus, and the second to central nonodontogenic lesions of the jaws which included an excellent analysis by Professor Kramer of the histopathology of some of the tumours. The other papers are grouped under 16 general headings and reflect the wide scope of subjects now embraced by the both specialised and wider interests of the oral surgeon. Case reports of interest are interspersed with articles on a variety of research projects. Among these bone grafts and transplantation emerge with their tantalisingproblems probed further but incompletely solved whilst the mysteries of the aetiology of cysts are debated Minor oral surgery is not neglected further, especially the likely reasons for recurrence. and Mr Ross presents a convincing case for retrograde root fillings with amalgam as being more reliable clinically than the radiologically deceptive techniques that are widely adopted. A glimpse of current developments is provided by a paper describing the use of a biocompatible bonding material between various prostheses and both hard and soft tissues. A possible future development concerns the use of antigenically altered collagen. Preliminary work in animals is reported that would appear to suggest a potential use of the material in a variety of surgical procedures. Temporomandibular joint problems are covered in six contributions that range from a report on some excellent research on the articular reflex control of mastication to a Finally a section on traumatic injuries variety of surgical procedures including myotomy. includes grim reminders of the uneasy era in which we live. Lester Kay as the Editor has undertaken a formidable task but has largely succeeded in assembling a volume worthy of serious reading by all those interest in oral surgery. A few mistakes must be forgiven and Messrs Simpson and Stanley who appeared to be ‘Fibre Fighting’ in the index will be relieved to find they are correctly reported in the text as using ‘Fibre Lighting in Oral Surgery’. F. I. H. WHITEHEAD Atlas of Oral Surgery. 1972. Price&r2*8o.
By BENJAMINJ. GANS. London:
Henry Kimpton.
Pp. 239.
At each opening of the atlas there is a page of illustrations of an operative procedure, and facing it a descriptive text under the headings ‘Clinical Comments and Highlights’ and ‘Surgical Techniques’. The atlas starts with the basic preparations for surgery, suturing and knot tying, and goes on to cover roentgenography, local anaesthesia and emergencies. Tooth extractions and the field of dento-alveolar surgery are covered. There are also sections on facial fractures, bone grafting, salivary glands, developmental deformities and the temporomandibular joint.
72
BRITISH JOURNAL OF ORAL SURGERY
The chapter on roentgenography is admirably succinct and the presentations on preprosthetic surgery and odontogenic infections are iirst class. It is inevitable now and then to find oneself disagreeing with the methods and technique advocated, but in general the information is sound and helpful. However, in advocating the use of the deltoid as a possible site for intramuscular injection, no mention is made of the musculo-spiral nerve. There is no reference to the dangerous proximity of the bra&al artery to the median cubital vein. In fact the needle is clearly illustrated as entering medial to the biceps tendon. The illustrations are a success, bridging the difference between confusing realism and purely diagrammatic presentations. The most satisfying plate is I 1.1, showing very clearly indeed the steps in the buccal flap closure for oro-antral fistula. The stated purpose of this atlas is to provide a surgical guide to dental students, oral surgery residents, the practitioners of general dentistry and the oral surgeon. It is quite impossible to meet these disparate needs in one volume. In trying to achieve the various goals, a ‘Boy Scout’s Penknife’ type of book has been produced, performing several functions fairly well but none superbly. In this country the atlas would be useful to senior undergraduates and house officers. Quite clearly, Dr Gans has had to be selective in his choice of material and the axe has fallen on the more major surgical procedures. Consultant and trainee oral surgeons will therefore find this work to be too sparse in the areas in which they need most help. PAUL BRAMLEY An Introduction
By K. G. ISAACSON and J. K. WILLIAMS. to Fixed Appliances. Bristol: John Wright & Sons. l?rice&*25.
This small book is intended to complement a formal course of orthodontic instruction and also to be of interest to practitioners experienced with removable appliances. It is concerned mainly with mechanics designed to produce given tooth movement, and diagnosis is intentionally omitted. First there is a very useful chapter ‘Supervision of the patient’, covering the implications for the patient of fixed appliances, the preparation of the mouth and supervision of treatment. Then, after describing the components of fixed appliances, the authors consider the uses of palatal and lingual arches, and extra-oral traction. The alignment of incisors and canines, the reason for treatment of most patients, is considered in some detail, but adequate space is also given to the unwanted movements which may arise, in separate chapters of ‘Molar control’ and ‘Anchorage’. This is a very readable and well-illustrated book which manages to describe the underlying principles as well as the practical details of tooth movement with fixed appliances. Although there are a few details with which one would not agree, especially the very high forces given for extra-oral traction, the book can be recommended as a straightforward introduction to the subject. T. GORDONBENNETT Craniofacial
Embryology;
Dental
Practitioner
SPEREER.Bristol: John Wright & Son. Pp. 14.
Handbook
No. 15.
By G. H.
go illus. PriceL2.50.
This is a rather surprising but welcome addition to the extensive series of handbooks in the Dental Practitioner range. Its title explains its contents; it consists of a straightforward descriptive account of the growth and development of the face and jaws, essentially pre-natal, although the author carries on the story after birth where this serves to make it complete. The account is an uncomplicated one, giving generally accepted theories or, where this is impossible, explaining alternative hypotheses. The only exception is in the account of tooth eruption, where the author appears to believe
71
Various surgical approaches are considered in connection with enlargement of the coronoid process, the intra-oral route being preferred when possible. The importance of Short wave diathermy and ultra-sound are post-operative physiotherapy is emphasised. The monograph is highly recomrecommended in addition to the usual jaw exercisers. mended and summarises all the available knowledge on this relatively obscure but clinically important pathological entity. N. L. ROWE
Oral Surgery IV. 4th International Conference Munksgaard. 1973. Price k12.30.
on Oral Surgery.
Copenhagen:
This 4th volume is a series of reports of the transactions of the conference held in The Amsterdam in May 1971 and opens with papers that contributed to the symposia. first symposium was devoted to the maxillary sinus, and the second to central nonodontogenic lesions of the jaws which included an excellent analysis by Professor Kramer of the histopathology of some of the tumours. The other papers are grouped under 16 general headings and reflect the wide scope of subjects now embraced by the both specialised and wider interests of the oral surgeon. Case reports of interest are interspersed with articles on a variety of research projects. Among these bone grafts and transplantation emerge with their tantalisingproblems probed further but incompletely solved whilst the mysteries of the aetiology of cysts are debated Minor oral surgery is not neglected further, especially the likely reasons for recurrence. and Mr Ross presents a convincing case for retrograde root fillings with amalgam as being more reliable clinically than the radiologically deceptive techniques that are widely adopted. A glimpse of current developments is provided by a paper describing the use of a biocompatible bonding material between various prostheses and both hard and soft tissues. A possible future development concerns the use of antigenically altered collagen. Preliminary work in animals is reported that would appear to suggest a potential use of the material in a variety of surgical procedures. Temporomandibular joint problems are covered in six contributions that range from a report on some excellent research on the articular reflex control of mastication to a Finally a section on traumatic injuries variety of surgical procedures including myotomy. includes grim reminders of the uneasy era in which we live. Lester Kay as the Editor has undertaken a formidable task but has largely succeeded in assembling a volume worthy of serious reading by all those interest in oral surgery. A few mistakes must be forgiven and Messrs Simpson and Stanley who appeared to be ‘Fibre Fighting’ in the index will be relieved to find they are correctly reported in the text as using ‘Fibre Lighting in Oral Surgery’. F. I. H. WHITEHEAD Atlas of Oral Surgery. 1972. Price&r2*8o.
By BENJAMINJ. GANS. London:
Henry Kimpton.
Pp. 239.
At each opening of the atlas there is a page of illustrations of an operative procedure, and facing it a descriptive text under the headings ‘Clinical Comments and Highlights’ and ‘Surgical Techniques’. The atlas starts with the basic preparations for surgery, suturing and knot tying, and goes on to cover roentgenography, local anaesthesia and emergencies. Tooth extractions and the field of dento-alveolar surgery are covered. There are also sections on facial fractures, bone grafting, salivary glands, developmental deformities and the temporomandibular joint.
72
BRITISH JOURNAL OF ORAL SURGERY
The chapter on roentgenography is admirably succinct and the presentations on preprosthetic surgery and odontogenic infections are iirst class. It is inevitable now and then to find oneself disagreeing with the methods and technique advocated, but in general the information is sound and helpful. However, in advocating the use of the deltoid as a possible site for intramuscular injection, no mention is made of the musculo-spiral nerve. There is no reference to the dangerous proximity of the bra&al artery to the median cubital vein. In fact the needle is clearly illustrated as entering medial to the biceps tendon. The illustrations are a success, bridging the difference between confusing realism and purely diagrammatic presentations. The most satisfying plate is I 1.1, showing very clearly indeed the steps in the buccal flap closure for oro-antral fistula. The stated purpose of this atlas is to provide a surgical guide to dental students, oral surgery residents, the practitioners of general dentistry and the oral surgeon. It is quite impossible to meet these disparate needs in one volume. In trying to achieve the various goals, a ‘Boy Scout’s Penknife’ type of book has been produced, performing several functions fairly well but none superbly. In this country the atlas would be useful to senior undergraduates and house officers. Quite clearly, Dr Gans has had to be selective in his choice of material and the axe has fallen on the more major surgical procedures. Consultant and trainee oral surgeons will therefore find this work to be too sparse in the areas in which they need most help. PAUL BRAMLEY An Introduction
By K. G. ISAACSON and J. K. WILLIAMS. to Fixed Appliances. Bristol: John Wright & Sons. l?rice&*25.
This small book is intended to complement a formal course of orthodontic instruction and also to be of interest to practitioners experienced with removable appliances. It is concerned mainly with mechanics designed to produce given tooth movement, and diagnosis is intentionally omitted. First there is a very useful chapter ‘Supervision of the patient’, covering the implications for the patient of fixed appliances, the preparation of the mouth and supervision of treatment. Then, after describing the components of fixed appliances, the authors consider the uses of palatal and lingual arches, and extra-oral traction. The alignment of incisors and canines, the reason for treatment of most patients, is considered in some detail, but adequate space is also given to the unwanted movements which may arise, in separate chapters of ‘Molar control’ and ‘Anchorage’. This is a very readable and well-illustrated book which manages to describe the underlying principles as well as the practical details of tooth movement with fixed appliances. Although there are a few details with which one would not agree, especially the very high forces given for extra-oral traction, the book can be recommended as a straightforward introduction to the subject. T. GORDONBENNETT Craniofacial
Embryology;
Dental
Practitioner
SPEREER.Bristol: John Wright & Son. Pp. 14.
Handbook
No. 15.
By G. H.
go illus. PriceL2.50.
This is a rather surprising but welcome addition to the extensive series of handbooks in the Dental Practitioner range. Its title explains its contents; it consists of a straightforward descriptive account of the growth and development of the face and jaws, essentially pre-natal, although the author carries on the story after birth where this serves to make it complete. The account is an uncomplicated one, giving generally accepted theories or, where this is impossible, explaining alternative hypotheses. The only exception is in the account of tooth eruption, where the author appears to believe