A new textbook on the practical use of dental materials suitable for undergraduate dental students and qualified dental practitioners taking post-graduate exams in dental materials, restorative dentistry, operative techniques, advanced conservative dentistry, endodontics, removable prosthodontics and implantology.

• Highly practical and evidenced-based throughout – closing the gap between theory and practice to give readers confidence in selecting and preparing the right material for the patient and circumstance
• Amply illustrated in full colour with over 1000 photographs, artworks and tables to clearly demonstrate both materials and techniques
• Helps readers appreciate the important relationship between clinical manipulation and the practical use of dental materials
• Describes how to properly select a given material for any situation, how to use materials to best effect and when and how not to use them
• ‘Good practice’ and ‘Warning’ boxes help readers recall important information
• Uniquely written by a practising dentist with academic experience and an academic in biomaterials with extensive clinical experience
• Self-assessment questions with full answers helps readers consolidate learning and prepare for exams
• Designed to improve clinical success and improve patient outcomes
• Perfect for all undergraduate and postgraduate students studying dental material science and/or restorative dentistry