Intended for dental students, dental practitioners and health care professionals, this e-book details the ecology, virulence, molecular biology and immunogenicity of oral
bacteria, viruses and fungi while examining their interface with host cells and secretions. The first section covers the oral environment, describes the immune system and
addresses genetics and the molecular biology of oral microorganisms. The second section examines specific oral diseases from caries to periodontal disease while the final
section discusses disease treatment and infection control. Features four-color illustrations, key points at the end of each chapter and a listing of core reading titles and/or
suggested titles for further reading. A Doody's "3-star" title!

Richard J. Lamont
University of Florida College of Dentistry

Robert A. Burne
University of Florida College of Dentistry

Marilyn S. Lantz
University of Michigan School of Dentistry

Donald J. LeBlanc (Retired)
Pfizer Global Research and Development