318 CURRENT LITERATURE

Using and Understanding Medical Statistics (ed 2). Mat- thews DE, Farewell VT. New York, Karger, 1988, 288 pages, 28 figures, 82 tables, $26.75.

This new edition continues the pattern set in the first volume of discussing the statistical methodology fre- quently involved in medical research publications. There are also chapters on data analysis, design of clinical trials, and determination of sample size. A new chapter has also been added relating to epidemiological applications of sta- tistics.

Maxillofacial Trauma. Alling CC, Osbon DB (eds), with 9 contributors. Philadelphia, Lea & Febiger, 1988, 510 pages, 389 illustrations, $80.00.

The management of fractures of the maxilla and man- dible, the zygoma and zygomatic arch, and the upper fa- cial complex, as well as injuries of the dentition and al- veolar processes, are thoroughly discussed and illus- trated. Chapters are also devoted to imaging, fracture prostheses, and bone graft reconstruction. The conclud- ing chapter summarizes the management of multiple fa- cial fractures.

Synopsis of Craniofacial Growth (ed 2). Ranly DM. Nor- walk, CT, Appleton & Lange, 1988, 215 pages, illus- trated, $29.95.

The nine chapters in this book present a comprehensive description of craniofacial growth and development. Starting with basic discussions of the biology of cartilage and bone, principles of bone growth, and experimental and clinical methods for studying craniofacial growth. The author then relates this material to prenatal growth of the head and postnatal regional and longitudinal cranio- facial growth. The final chapters are devoted to theories of craniofacial growth and an evaluation of somatic and craniofacial growth patterns and correlations.

Adult Orthodontics. McNulty EC (ed), with 17 contribu- tors. Dent Clin North Am 32:646, 1988

With the increasing number of adults undergoing orth- odontic care, the oral surgeon will be involved in the management of many of these patients. This book pro- vides some insight into various aspects of adult orthodon- tics. Although most chapters are only of peripheral inter- est, those on orthognathic surgery, orthodontic consider- ations, temporomandibular disorders, and the use of implants in orthodontia have direct application to surgical practice.

Orbital Surgery for Head and Neck Surgeons. Osguthorpe JD, Weisman RA (eds), with 24 contributors. Otolaryngol Clin North Am 21:218, 1988

Although the oral and maxillofacial surgeon generally is not involved in the direct management of orbital prob- lems, involvement in the treatment of orbital and perior- bital fractures and craniofacial deformities requires an in- timate knowledge of the area. This book contains chap- ters on surgical anatomy, radiography, trauma, infec- tions, and orbital reconstruction in hypertetorism that provide useful information for the oral and maxillofacial surgeon operating in this region.

Radiology for Dental Hygienists and Dental Assistants. Langland OE, Langlais RP, Sippy FH, et al. Springfield, IL, Thomas, 1988, 237 pages, illustrated, $29.75.

This well-illustrated book was written as an aid for hy- gienists and dental assistants becoming competent in den- tal radiography. It covers the entire subject from radia- tion physics and biology to techniques, processing, and interpretation in a comprehensive manner. Each chapter ends with review questions to help emphasize the impor- tant aspects.

Periodontics. Bra1 M (ed), with 18 contributors. Dent Clin North Am 32:409, 1988

This book contains information on the diagnosis and classification of periodontal diseases, the treatment of mucogingival problems, the chemotherapeutic approach to controlling periodontal disease, and periodontal as- pects of oral implants. The chapters on regenerative and reconstructive peridontal surgery, aesthetic mucogingival surgery and use of the laterally-positioned flap should be of particular interest to the oral and maxillofacial sur- geon.

Craniofacial Morphogenesis and Dysmorphogenesis. Vig KWL, Burdi AR (eds), with 20 contributors. Monograph 21, Craniofacial Growth Series, Ann Arbor, MI, Center for Human Growth and Development, The University of Michigan, 1988, 221 pages, illustrated, $30.00.

This volume presents the proceedings of a 1987 Sym- posium on Human Growth and Development. The focus is on the craniofacial region, and it includes a wide variety of topics relating to normal and abnormal growth. In- cluded are discussions of mechanisms of craniofacial de- velopment and the effects of environmental and genetic factors. There are also chapters on cleft palate, computer- assisted imaging of dysmorphic patients, and surgical treatment of craniofacial dysmorphology. Overall, there is a good balance of basic and clinical information of value to oral and maxillofacial surgeons dealing with var- ious craniofacial deformities.