Encyclopedia of Dentistry Research

This book presents current research in the field of dentistry. Topics discussed include dental composites with nano-scaled fillers; mapping the structure, composition, properties and dental erosion in human enamel; dental polymer nanocomposites; development of low-shrinkage dental composites; placing and loading dental implants; biomechanics of oral implants; tape casting in the development of dental biomaterials; risk factors for chronic periodontal disease; the role of antimicrobial peptides in periodontal disease; treatment of periodontitis and genetic polymorphisms and periodontitis.