Previous ed.: 2002.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Biomaterials, biocompatibility and biomechanics -- A
historical perspective -- Atomic building blocks --
Structure of ceramics -- Structure of metals and alloys --
Structure of polymers -- Mechanical properties -- Physical
properties -- Chemical properties -- Principles of
adhesion -- Dental amalgams -- Resin composites and
polyacid-modified resin composites -- Glass-ionomer
cements and resin-modified glass-ionomer cements --
Intermediate restorative materials -- Enamal and dentine
bonding -- Endodontic materials -- Impression materials --
Gypsum products -- Denture base resins -- Casting alloys
for metallic restorations -- Dental ceramics -- Metal-
bonded ceramics -- All-ceramic restorations : high-
strength core ceramics -- All-ceramic restorations : resin
-bonded ceramics -- Luting agents -- Stainless steel.

"The typical lifespan of a modern dental material is
short. Many of the materials which dental students study
will be altered or replaced when they are practising
dentists. To cope with these rapid advances, the dentist
needs the ability to assess the potential of new
materials. Introduction to Dental Materials will guide the
reader towards developing that ability." "This book is
also useful for qualified dentists who simply wish to
update themselves on dental materials or for those who are
preparing to take further examinations."--BOOK JACKET.