Treatment Planning in Dentistry

Treatment planning is a fundamental aspect of the day-to-day practice of dentistry, but it is also a difficult process to master. This textbook is designed to be a comprehensive text that works as both and educational tool and reference source for dental students and practitioners. The textbook includes fundamentals of data collection, diagnosis and treatment planning. Emerging concepts in risk management are also included. Highlighted key concepts, decision trees and case examples make the text appealing, practical and useful. The book contains 15 chapters divided into 3 sections: The treatment Planning Process, Phases of the Treatment Plan and Planning Treatment for Patients with Special Needs.A companion CD-ROM with 8-10 practice cases will be included with every copy of the book. TheCD will reinforce the learning process, and add market appeal to the current generation of students and practitioners. Users will be able to make treatment decisions, form a treatment plan and view how the case is resolved when their treatment plans are implemented. Comprehensive approach to dental treatment planning includes topics of current and emerging interest to the profession Easy-to-use format allows for quick reference to subject of immediate interest Logical sequence of chapters mimics the treatment planning process in clinical practice Written with a universal approach to treatment planning, not regional or parochial 'In Clinical Practice' features highlights key situations that today's dentists experience