Updating the 2008 first edition, this massive two-volume reference (each volume measures 11x11.75') now presents 2,700 images (500 new to this edition) and current information on recognizing and treating roughly 425 diseases and conditions that affect the mouth, head, and neck areas. Coverage includes underlying mechanisms, differential diagnosis, specific treatment recommendations, the latest reconstructive techniques, and prognosis. Marx (U. of Miami) and Stern (Nova Southeastern U. and U. of Miami) are oral surgeons devoted to communicating both the basics and the subtleties in order to help colleagues maximize their conceptual and practical understanding and minimize decisions based on misdiagnosis. The two volumes come in a slipcase. Annotation ©2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Marx (oral and maxillofacial surgery, U. of Miami, Florida) presents the evidence that the anti-cancer drug causes jaw bones to become exposed. His topics include modes of action and pharmacokinetics of the bisphosphonate family; risks, prevention, and management of the disease; and clinical pathological case samples. No date is cited for the first edition; the second updates the basic science and medical procedures, and the ongoing legal struggle between drug companies and patients who have suffered. Annotation ©2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Marx (oral and maxillofacial surgery, Miller School of Medicine, U. of Miami) and Stevens (oral and maxillofacial surgery, Medical College of Georgia) review the anatomic knowledge and surgical techniques related to harvesting bone from the posterior ilium, anterior ilium, cranium, and tibia for the purposes of jaw reconstruction. While describing the techniques through text, color photographs, and other illustrations, they include coverage of indications, utility, contraindications, cautions, anatomy, surgical technique, drains and dressings, postoperative care, and complications. They also discuss progress towards the ultimate goal of jaw reconstruction without open bone harvesting. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

“Osteomyelitis of the Jaws” is the first textbook of its kind covering exclusively all aspects of this challenging disease. A clear classification of osteomyelitis of the jaws is provided. Clinical presentation and diagnosis are meticulously described and illustrated. Radiological imaging from conventional radiographs to CT, MRI and PET diagnosis are outlined for all types of osteomyelitis of the jaws. Pathology and Pathophysiology of this disease are described in a clear way. All therapeutic modalities from surgery to antibiotic and hyperbaric oxygen therapy are comprehensively outlined and discussed. Each type of Osteomyelitis of the jaws are additionally described and illustrated in case reports giving this book a very practical approach to the subject.