Bone Biology, Harvesting and Grafting for Dental Implants: Rationale and Clinical Applications

Garg (oral and maxillofacial surgery, University of Miami) explains not only how to perform procedures associated with harvesting and grafting bone for dental implants but what makes the procedures work. He begins with an overview of bone biology, then looks at graft materials and membrane barriers and situations for which these materials are best suited. Sections on bone harvesting and grafting describe surgical techniques and complications in the context of the biologic processes that initiate the procedures. The book concludes with a look at currently available growth factors and possible future applications. Color photos and illustrations are included. The book is for clinicians and graduate students. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)