By

Shantipriya Reddy, BDS MDS (Periodontia), Professor and Head, Department of Periodontics, Dr Syamala Reddy Dental College and Hospital, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Essentials of Clinical Periodontology and Periodontics has been made to provide a thorough and complete text. An attempt has been made to revise and update all the chapters. The highlight of the edition is introduction of KNOW MORE section which contains latest additional information pertaining to each chapter. Conscious attempt has been made not to disturb the clarity and simplicity of the main text which had gained immense popularity amongst the students. The edition also provides an add on, Manual of Clinical Periodontics which will guide the students in recording case history and performing clinical examination so as to arrive at a proper diagnosis and treatment planning. Also, special emphasis was given to instrumentation which will instruct the students in their clinical work.