Inflammatory and Neoplastic Diseases of Craniofacial Bones

This book covers the full scope of fundamental oral and maxillofacial surgery, while supporting readers to focus on the essential information and disorders which are the most common, or have significant implications for modern clinical practice. It presents an overview of the most common clinical presentations, physical examination findings, diagnostic tools, complications, treatments, and discussions of differential diagnosis and related issues. Detailed illustrations including clinical photographs, radiological images and pathological slides provide a visual guide to conditions, techniques, diagnoses and key concepts. The most current clinical information also cover the minor and major complications which may occur in all facets of oral maxillofacial surgery. Readers can focus on the prompt recognition of each diagnosis,  and consider differential diagnosis as well as precise management strategies in preventing complication and relapse. Case-based approach discussion can actively engage and raise the reader interest and retention of the information.
Overall, the book provides a uniquely contemporary approach, reflecting the exciting developments of technique and instrumentation within this surgical field, built on technical  innovation  and  state-of-art  clinical practice. It is a readable resource, identifying commonalities and shedding light on controversies through reasoned discussion and balanced presentation of the evidence.