This book is a comprehensive source of information on various aspects of ceramic matrix composites (CMC)....

The healing process is a complex and integrated sequence of events initiated by the stimulus of injury. It requires the well – orchestrated action of many specialized cell types to restore structural and functional integrity....

The term bioinformatics is related to study of biomolecules information. The informatics techniques are applied to understand and organize the information associated with the molecules. Bioinfromatics is the management of information system for molecular biology and has many practical applications....

Replacement of missing teeth is an important aspect of modern dentistry. Radiographic examination is an essential aspect of diagnosis and treatment planning in dental practice.In recent years, advancements in diagnostic, surgical and restorative techniques have reached new levels....

Destructive periodontal disease is a concern because of the potential damage to the dentition and the ?nancial burden of treatment. It is generally agreed that microorganisms residing in periodontal pockets are responsible for periodontitis, but uncertainty exists regarding the exact mechanisms of destruction....

A periodontitis-involved root surface is hypermineralised and non biocompatible because of its adsorbed bacterial toxins; these may promote periodontal breakdown. Scaling and root planning remove bacterial deposits, calculus, and the superficial layers of root surface but lead to production of smear layer....