Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 2nd edition

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Second Edition

A comprehensive reference covering the full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery, this second edition brings together the latest research, clinical practice, and global expertise. Designed for oral and maxillofacial specialists, dental surgeons, medical practitioners, residents, and trainees, it spans fundamental principles through to advanced surgical techniques in head and neck care.

Key Features

• Complete coverage from basics to complexity: Includes patient evaluation, anesthesia, wound healing, infection control, instrumentation, dentoalveolar surgery, trauma, oral pathology, implant surgery, dentofacial deformities, temporomandibular joint disorders, and salivary gland diseases.
• NEW & Updated content: Fully revised with contributions from international experts, reflecting innovations in surgical care.
• Emerging technologies: New chapters on virtual surgical planning, navigation, and tissue engineering in reconstruction.
• Pediatric focus: Dedicated chapters on pediatric trauma and TMJ surgery.
• Cosmetic expansion: Extended section on cosmetic and minimally invasive procedures.
• Sleep apnea management: Guidance on diagnosis and surgical solutions including osteotomies of the maxilla and mandible.
• Osteonecrosis care: Risk assessment, staging guidelines, and treatment approaches for osteonecrosis of the jaws.
• Cyst management: Clinical and radiographic characteristics of odontogenic and non-odontogenic cysts with management strategies.
• Rich visual support: Includes updated images and medical illustrations to aid understanding of procedures and pathology.

Audience

With its state-of-the-art clinical insights, practical surgical guidance, and international perspective, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Second Edition remains an essential reference for oral and maxillofacial surgeons, dentists, surgical trainees, and all professionals involved in head and neck patient care.