I graduated from dental school in 1985, and being in a specialized practice of dentistry, I needed a good general review of restorative dentistry, so I ordered this book to "bring me up to date".
I found this to be a good book for the most basic concepts of operative dentistry. I was satisfied with the book as it fulfilled my modest objectives. However, for most dentists, the procedures presented here are those that are likely practiced daily in a general dentist office.
Therefore, this is not a book for general dentists. It is a good book for dental students, for those studying to pass their dental boards, or for the specialist who desires knowlege of general operative techniques.
It is not a book to learn advanced operative dental techniques.
This is the 2006 edition, so it is already 3 years old. As fast as the dental field is changing, I recommend the latest edition if you are interested in purchase.
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