Reading list

Dental textbooks and references recommended for students and practitioners. Each book links to a search on Amazon.

Topics

Anatomy
Anesthesia
Atlas
Clinical Practice
Controversies
Dental Hygiene
Dictionary
General Dentistry
General Public
Holistic Dentistry
Implantology
Nutrition
Orthodontics
Periodontology
Prevention
Prosthodontics
Reference
Special Needs Dentistry
Wellness
Dental Secrets
Dental Secrets

By: Stephen T. Sonis

A comprehensive guide covering a wide range of dental topics in a question-and-answer format.
Oxford Handbook of Clinical Dentistry
Oxford Handbook of Clinical Dentistry

By: Laura Mitchell, David A. Mitchell, et al.

A concise and practical guide to clinical dentistry, ideal for students and practitioners.
Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist
Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist

By: Esther M. Wilkins, Charlotte J. Wyche

A cornerstone text for dental hygiene students and professionals, covering theory and practice.
Color Atlas of Dental Hygiene - Periodontology
Color Atlas of Dental Hygiene - Periodontology

By: Herbert F. Wolf, Thomas M. Hassell

A visually rich atlas focusing on the periodontal aspects of dental hygiene.
Netter's Head and Neck Anatomy for Dentistry
Netter's Head and Neck Anatomy for Dentistry

By: Neil S. Norton

Detailed anatomical illustrations by Frank H. Netter, tailored for dental students and professionals.
Mosby's Dental Dictionary
Mosby's Dental Dictionary

By: Elsevier

A comprehensive dictionary of dental terms, essential for dental professionals and students.
Newman and Carranza's Clinical Periodontology
Newman and Carranza's Clinical Periodontology

By: Michael G. Newman, Henry Takei, Perry R. Klokkevold, Fermin A. Carranza

A leading textbook on periodontology, covering the full scope of periodontal diseases and treatment.
Holistic Dental Care: The Complete Guide to Healthy Teeth and Gums
Holistic Dental Care: The Complete Guide to Healthy Teeth and Gums

By: Nadine Artemis

Explores a natural and holistic approach to dental health and oral hygiene.
The Dental Diet: The Surprising Link between Your Teeth, Real Food, and Life-Changing Natural Health
The Dental Diet: The Surprising Link between Your Teeth, Real Food, and Life-Changing Natural Health

By: Dr. Steven Lin

Discusses the connection between diet and oral health, advocating for a food-based approach to dental wellness.
The Toxic Tooth: How a Root Canal Could Be Making You Sick
The Toxic Tooth: How a Root Canal Could Be Making You Sick

By: Robert Kulacz, Thomas E. Levy

Examines potential health risks associated with root canals and offers alternative perspectives.
Woelfel's Dental Anatomy
Woelfel's Dental Anatomy

By: Rickne C. Scheid, Gabriela Weiss

A detailed guide to dental anatomy, its application in practice, and tooth identification.
Clinical Periodontology and Implant Dentistry
Clinical Periodontology and Implant Dentistry

By: Jan Lindhe, Niklaus P. Lang, Thorkild Karring

An authoritative text covering all aspects of periodontology and implant dentistry.
Contemporary Orthodontics
Contemporary Orthodontics

By: William R. Proffit, Henry W. Fields Jr., Brent E. Larson, David M. Sarver

A comprehensive and widely used textbook on orthodontic principles and techniques.
Little and Falace's Dental Management of the Medically Compromised Patient
Little and Falace's Dental Management of the Medically Compromised Patient

By: James W. Little, Craig S. Miller, Nelson L. Rhodus

Focuses on the dental treatment of patients with systemic diseases and medical conditions.
Cure Tooth Decay: Heal and Prevent Cavities with Nutrition
Cure Tooth Decay: Heal and Prevent Cavities with Nutrition

By: Ramiel Nagel

Advocates for a nutritional approach to preventing and healing tooth decay.
The Mouth-Body Connection: The 28-Day Program to Create Real Health
The Mouth-Body Connection: The 28-Day Program to Create Real Health

By: Gerald P. Curatola, Diane Reverand

Explores the link between oral health and overall systemic health, with a 28-day program.
It's All in Your Mouth: The Surprising Link Between the State of Your Teeth and Gums and Your Overall Health
It's All in Your Mouth: The Surprising Link Between the State of Your Teeth and Gums and Your Overall Health

By: Dr. Frank J. Jerome

Highlights the critical role of oral health in overall well-being and disease prevention.
Contemporary Fixed Prosthodontics
Contemporary Fixed Prosthodontics

By: Stephen F. Rosenstiel, Martin F. Land, Junhei Fujimoto

A comprehensive text on fixed prosthodontics, covering diagnosis, treatment planning, and procedures.
Misch's Contemporary Implant Dentistry
Misch's Contemporary Implant Dentistry

By: Carl E. Misch, Randolph R. Resnik

A leading resource on implant dentistry, from basic science to advanced clinical techniques.
Handbook of Local Anesthesia
Handbook of Local Anesthesia

By: Stanley F. Malamed

The definitive guide to local anesthesia in dentistry, covering pharmacology, techniques, and complications.