
The standard in prosthodontics for nearly 50 years Mc Cracken's Removable Partial Prosthodontics 13th Edition walks readers through all the principles & concepts surrounding removable partial denture treatment planning & design that today's practitioners need to know Using an evidence-based approach this full-color text incorporates the latest information on new techniques procedures & equipment including expanded information on dynamic communication & the use of implants with removable partial dentures From initial contact with the patient to post-treatment care Mc Cracken's is the complete foundation today's dentists need to successfully practice prosthodontic care A variety of philosophies & techniques are featured throughout the text so readers can select & incorporate applicable techniques on a case-by-case basis Full-color drawings & photographs give readers a detailed view of techniques materials & anatomic detail Evidence-based approach uses current research to help readers diagnose design develop & sequence a treatment plan Expert guidance from both authors walks readers through the latest techniques as well as technological advances specific to removable partial dentures NEW! Standardized removable partial denture designs offered for application to the major categories of patients seen in practice NEW! Expanded information on the use of implants with removable partial dentures highlights considerations in treatment planning including the selection of implants & provision of care utilizing dental implants NEW! More information on dynamic communication which incorporates the progress being made in shared decision making with patients especially regarding decisions made in light of patient values & 'trade-off' considerations