A practical reader-friendly guide for dental students on the neuroscience of the orofacial
regionUnderstanding neural mechanisms that control orofacial pain proper masticatory function
taste speech swallowing and proprioceptive input to the temporomandibular joint and teeth is
an important facet of dentistry. Neuroscience of Dentistry by renowned educators Barbara J.
O'Kane and Laura C. Barritt provides foundational knowledge on these topics. The text
integrates fundamental concepts of general neuroscience with vital information on neural
mechanisms of the orofacial region and associated pain pathways.The book is organized in two
parts covering basic neuroscience and orofacial neuroscience. Part one is subdivided into four
units on the central nervous system brain and spinal cord gross anatomy sensory systems and
motor systems. Part two features three units focused on orofacial structures and tissues
dental structures and orofacial pain and anesthesia. Each generously illustrated succinctly
written and consistently formatted chapter includes an introductory overview and learning
objectives.Key HighlightsThroughout the book relevant clinical correlations emphasize the
relationship between basic neuroscience and clinical practiceConcise high-yield illustrations
schematics charts and tables enhance understanding of general and orofacial neuroanatomy
conceptsHelpful overviews at the beginning of each chapter highlight key conceptsNational board
style questions at the end of each chapter emphasize board-relevant information that enables
self-studyThis is a must-have resource for dental students taking neuroscience during their
first or second year of dental school. It will also benefit other health science and dental
hygiene students as well as oral and maxillofacial surgery residents.This book includes
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