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Challenging Concepts in Emergency Medicine

Autor: Sam Thenabadu , Fleur Cantle , Chris Lacy

Número de Páginas: 335

Providing the inside track on how the experts approach and deal with real-world clinical scenarios, Challenging Concepts in Emergency Medicine selects specific challenging cases that are encountered in everyday clinical practice but do not have simple answers. A case-based guide to challenging areas in emergency medicine, this book covers the core and sub-specialty areas, in particular the often grey areas of intensive care and paediatric emergency medicine. Complex cases are comprehensively examined from a multidisciplinary perspective with detailed consideration given to management options and the contemporary evidence base behind these decisions. An effective revision aid for MCEM and FCEM and a reference during workplace-based assessments, Challenging Concepts in Emergency Medicine highlights critical information through the use of boxed features: 'Learning points', 'Clinical tips', 'Evidence base', and 'Future advances'. Each chapter has been reviewed by a national or international expert in the field and they have provided an 'Expert commentary', giving a unique insight into how today's opinion leaders confront and deal with the very same management challenges that all...

Challenging Concepts in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Autor: Matthew R. Idle , Andrew M. Monaghan

Número de Páginas: 275

Details 26 complex scenarios relevant to trainees in oral and maxillofacial surgery and related specialties, presenting case histories, alongside learning points and clinical tips for the reader. Each case is accompanied by an overall synopsis and commentary by an expert in the field.

Newman and Carranza's Clinical Periodontology: 4th South Asia Edition - E-Book

Autor: Chini Doraiswami Dwarakanath , Namasivayam Ambalavanan , Dilip Gopinath Nayak , Ashita Uppoor , Ashish Jain

Número de Páginas: 1374

Newman and Carranza's Clinical Periodontology: Fourth South Asia Edition is a complete and thorough presentation of periodontology essentials while retaining the style and quality that makes the book the number one periodontal textbook in the world. From basic science and fundamental procedures to the latest advanced techniques in reconstructive, esthetic, and implant therapy, this book is the resource you can count on to master the most current information and techniques in periodontology. The gold standard since 1947, Carranza's Clinical Periodontology is more than just a textbook, it features expert leadership, an improved organization, and new online chapters. Renowned authorities help you learn the fundamentals, make the best clinical decisions, get the best results from each procedure, avoid complications, and exceed your patient's expectations• Over 1500 illustrations (full color photos, radiographs, tables, flowcharts, boxes) in the book beautifully illustrate the details of specific conditions and treatments.• Sections on Toothbrush Design, Dentifrices and Chemical Plaque Biofilm Control with Oral Rinses in the chapter 'Plaque Biofilm Control' have been revamped to...

Challenges to International Waters

Autor: United Nations Environment Programme , Global International Waters Assessment

Número de Páginas: 128

The GIWA Final Report provides a comprehensive review of the most important findings from the GIWA regional reports. It summarises the major transboundary concerns and their environmental and socio-economic impacts. To better understand these concerns and develop solutions to address them, the Report identifies the root causes and draws policy relevant conclusions. It also outlines knowledge gaps which impede the sustainable management of international waters.

Soft and Hard Tissue Regeneration

Autor: Carlos E. Nemcovsky , Miron Weinreb

Número de Páginas: 86

This special issue entitled “Soft and hard tissue regeneration” will cover both periodontal and implant therapies. Regenerative periodontal treatment goal is to restore functional periodontal support offering a valuable treatment alternative even for teeth with large periodontal destruction, which may be successfully treated and maintained in health for long periods. In most cases where teeth are extracted for periodontal reasons, implant therapy will demand large bone augmentation procedures. Lack of sufficient bone volume may prevent placement of dental implants. In extreme cases, large bone reconstruction is indispensable before implant placement can be performed. Although, most bone grafts are only able to fill and maintain a space, where bone regeneration can occur (“osseoconductive”), the ideal bone graft will also promote osseous regeneration (“osseoinductive”). Several bone augmentation procedures have been described, each, presenting advantages and shortcomings. Success of bone augmentation procedures depends on the presence of bone forming cells, primary wound closure over the augmented area, space creation and maintenance where bone can grow and proper...

Managing Forest Ecosystems: The Challenge of Climate Change

Autor: Felipe Bravo , Valerie Lemay , Robert Jandl

Número de Páginas: 445

Climate change shaped the political agenda during the last decade with three issues as hot topics: commonly making the headlines: carbon budgets, impact and mitigation of climate change. Given the significant role that forests play in the climate system – as sources, sinks, and through carbon trading – this book update the current scientific evidences on the relationships between climate, forest resources and forest management practices around the world. By including the forest scientists’ expertise from around the world, the book presents and updates a depth analysis of the current knowledge, and a series of case studies focused on the biological and the economic impacts of climate change in forest ecosystems in Africa, Asia, Europe and North and South America. The book will form a valuable resource for researchers and advanced students dealing with sustainable forestry, climate change issues and the effects of climate change on natural resource management.

TIME For Kids Nonfiction Readers: Challenging Teacher's Guide

Autor: Chandra Prough

Número de Páginas: 240

Civil Society: Concepts, Challenges, Contexts

Autor: Michael Hoelscher , Regina A. List , Alexander Ruser , Stefan Toepler

Número de Páginas: 498

This volume is a collection of original essays prepared by colleagues, collaborators, and former students on the occasion of Helmut K. Anheier’s 65th birthday and retirement from the University of Heidelberg. An internationally recognized pioneer of nonprofit and civil society studies, Anheier focused his work on providing clarity around (1) civil society, local and global, observing its origins and trajectory and developing theories to explain it; (2) the nonprofit sector and institutions within and extending from it, including nonprofit organizations, philanthropy and social investment; and (3) culture as it relates to democracy and back to civil society. The essays in this volume refer to these concepts and position them in the context of developments over the last two to three decades. The volume is arranged in three sections. The first section comprises essays that elucidate concepts and probe theories in the field. The second section presents chapters discussing current global challenges and trends in the focal areas. The third and final section then comprises country and regional case studies illustrating important aspects of the global challenges or theoretical issues of ...

Quintessence International

Número de Páginas: 438

How to Use Value-Added Analysis to Improve Student Learning

Autor: Kate Kennedy , Mary Peters , Mike Thomas

Número de Páginas: 201

Value-added is the most robust, statistically significant method for connecting teachers to students. In other words, value-added analysis links teachers to students and, for the very first time, allows educators to see the amount of growth they are facilitating with students. Built around the value-added analysis professional development work of Battelle for Kids, this book for district and school leaders prepares educators to understand and implement value-added analysis in order to ensure that all students are achieving and progressing. By providing a user-friendly, five-step implementation process along with success stories of schools, teachers, and students as well as strategies, samples, and tools, this book will equip educators to use value-added analysis to help accelerate student progress. It is written to inform readers about what value-added analysis is and to help them utilize value-added information in a classroom and/or school setting.

Irrigation Systems and Practices in Challenging Environments

Autor: Teang Shui Lee

Número de Páginas: 386

The book Irrigation Systems and Practices in Challenging Environments is divided into two interesting sections, with the first section titled Agricultural Water Productivity in Stressed Environments, which consists of nine chapters technically crafted by experts in their own right in their fields of expertise. Topics range from effects of irrigation on the physiology of plants, deficit irrigation practices and the genetic manipulation, to creating drought tolerant variety and a host of interesting topics to cater for the those interested in the plant water soil atmosphere relationships and agronomic practices relevant in many challenging environments, more so with the onslaught of global warming, climate change and the accompanying agro-meteorological impacts. The second section, with eight chapters, deals with systems of irrigation practices around the world, covering different climate zones apart from showing casing practices for sustainable irrigation practices and more efficient ways of conveying irrigation waters - the life blood of agriculture, undoubtedly the most important sector in the world.

Understanding and improving crop root function

Autor: Prof. Peter J. Gregory

Número de Páginas: 470

Comprehensive review of key topics in root science, including root architecture, root growth regulators, root anatomy and nutrient acquisition Coverage of root response to both biotic and abiotic variables Discusses the range of techniques to optimize root function, from phenotyping to identify desirable root traits and exploiting the genetics of root traits to the use of plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AM)

COBIT 5

Autor: Information Systems Audit And Control Association

Número de Páginas: 78

CDS Review

Número de Páginas: 1182

General Technical Report NC.

Número de Páginas: 578

Psychoanalysis and the Challenge of Islam

Autor: Fethi Benslama

Número de Páginas: 271

In this title, the author demythifies both Islamic and western ideas of Islam by addressing the psychoanalytic root causes of the Muslim world's clash with modernity and subsequent turn to fundamentalism. It reveals an alternate history of Islam and looks at its future development.

Better Governance and Public Policy

Autor: Dele Olowu , Soumana Sako

Número de Páginas: 253

* Written by prominent scholars and practitioners of African development policy * Describes recent governance changes in Africa * Analyzes consequences of these changes for institutional reform * Highlights challenges of capacity building for economic liberalization and democratization This is an ideal volume for both students and scholars of African development, as well as anyone interested in the current issues of African governance. Published in association with the African Capacity Building Foundation, this book answers such questions as: What is the relationship between governance and institutional reforms? What is the impact of these reforms on public policy processes? And, what is the link between economic governance and policy research?

Current Challenges in Migration Policy and Law

Autor: Emília Lana De Freitas Castro , Sergio Maia Tavares Marques

Número de Páginas: 128

This book emerges from those fruitful discussions as a collection of some of the matters presented, whose authors have virtuously stood out. Just as the previous books that arose from other TMC editions, Current Challenges in Migration Policy and Law gives the opportunity not only to experienced professors and researches but especially to young scholars to divulge their studies and present their experiences in the various research fields migration can be discussed, rethought and further developed. We are thankful to Transnational Press London as it believed in our aspirations as editors and it stimulated us to be protagonists in the process of editing and building up this book the way we believed it would contribute to the current discussions on migration. As scholars and young researchers, we are delighted by this opportunity created by Professor Sirkeci. “International migration is one of the most challenging and critical factors shaping the future of societies and economies today. Its accumulated complexity challenges academics, politicians, professionals and citizens. Bringing together the voices of authors from diverse countries and backgrounds, belonging to a new...

Essential Periodontics

Autor: Steph Smith , Khalid Almas

Número de Páginas: 1573

ESSENTIAL PERIODONTICS The Dentistry Essentials are an international series of textbooks, designed to support lecture series or themes on core topics within dentistry. A comprehensive yet accessible reference text designed for dental students and healthcare professionals alike Essential Periodontics provides rapid reference to key information about periodontal pathology, examination and diagnosis, treatment planning of common diseases, dental implantology, clinical decision making, and more. Contributions from experienced practitioners cover all the fundamental topics encountered in both periodontic training and practice, such as the anatomy and histology of the periodontium, basic principles of periodontal health, surgical therapies and suturing techniques, interdisciplinary periodontics, and management of periodontal emergencies. Each easy-to-read chapter includes a concise introduction, clearly defined learning objectives, a reference list of relevant scientific publications, tables and figures, and high-quality illustrations and clinical images. Aligns with the Classification of Periodontal and Peri-Implant Diseases and Conditions issued by the American Academy of...

The Changing Face of Warfare in the 21st Century

Autor: Gregory Simons , Iulian Chifu

Número de Páginas: 288

This study discusses salient trends demonstrated by contemporary warfare of these first years of the 21st century. The authors reinforce previous notions of Fourth Generation Warfare, but most importantly explore the workings of new components and how these have modified the theory and practice of warfare beyond the basic divisions of conventional and unconventional warfare as witnessed in the preceding century. Throughout history there has been a close interaction between politics, communication and armed conflict and a main line of investigation of this book is to track changes that are presumed to have occurred in the way and manner in which armed conflicts are waged. Using cogent examples drawn variously from conflicts of the Arab Spring, the Islamic State and Russian adventurism in South Ossetia, Crimea and Eastern Ukraine, the authors demonstrate the application of Information Warfare, the practice of Hybrid Warfare, and offensive use of diplomacy, communications, economics and international law to obtain political and military advantages against the status quo states of the international community. The authors combine a theoretical framework with concrete empirical examples ...

Research Anthology on Concepts, Applications, and Challenges of FinTech

Autor: Management Association, Information Resources

Número de Páginas: 688

FinTech, an abbreviated term for financial technology, is a digital revolution changing the way banking and financial services are being used both by individuals and businesses. As these changes continue to take place, the financial industry is focused on technological innovation and feeding into this digital revolution to better serve consumers who are looking for easier ways to invest, transfer money, use banking services, and more. FinTech is increasing accessibility to financial services, automating these services, expanding financial options, and enabling online payments and banking. While the benefits are being continually seen and this technology is becoming more widely accepted, there are still challenges facing the technology that include security concerns. To understand FinTech and its role in society, both the benefits and challenges must be reviewed and discussed for a holistic view on the digital innovations changing the face of the financial industry. The Research Anthology on Concepts, Applications, and Challenges of FinTech covers the latest technologies in FinTech with a comprehensive view of the impact on the industry, where these technologies are implemented,...

Microbe

Autor: Michele S. Swanson , Elizabeth A. Joyce , Rachel E. A. Horak

Número de Páginas: 756

Microbe Microbe THIRD EDITION Brings the excitement, breadth, and power of the modern microbial sciences to the next generation of students and scientists. This third edition of the bestselling Microbe textbook is an eloquent and highly readable introduction to microbiology that will engage and excite science majors and pre-health professionals. The authors have carefully crafted a lively narrative with stunning, detailed illustrations to bring key concepts to life and promote a lifelong passion for the microbial sciences. Microbe is replete with case studies, ranging from a MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) outbreak in an NFL locker room to the search for life outside of Earth, that illustrate relevant microbiology concepts in real-world scenarios. To further engage students and deepen their understanding of both the principles and practice of science, each chapter includes activities that encourage students to demonstrate and apply their knowledge of the topics presented. Questions are posed throughout each chapter to introduce important subjects and to prompt students to actively participate in the learning experience. This new edition also features highlight...

Humanitarianism

Autor: Tim Allen , Anna Macdonald , Henry Radice

Número de Páginas: 417

The field of humanitarianism is characterised by profound uncertainty, by a constant need to respond to the unpredictable, and by concepts and practices that often defy simple or straightforward explanation. Humanitarians often find themselves not just engaged in the pursuit of effective action, but also in a quest for meaning. That is the starting point for this book. Humanitarian action has in recent years confronted geopolitical challenges that have upended much of its conventional modus operandi and presented threats to its foundational assumptions and legal frameworks. The critical interrogation of the purpose, practice and future of humanitarian action has yielded a rich new field of enquiry, humanitarian studies, and many thoughtful books, articles and reports. So, the question arose as to the most useful way to provide a critical overview that might serve to bring some definitional clarity as well as analytical rigor to the waves of critique and shifting sands of humanitarian action. Humanitarianism: A Dictionary of Concepts provides an authoritative analysis that attempts to rethink, rather than merely problematize or define the issues at stake in contemporary...

Transport Policy, Management & Technology Towards 2001: Challenges facing transport in urban and regional development and transport in developing countries

Número de Páginas: 778

Meeting the Challenge of the Nineties

Número de Páginas: 148

Japan's Economic Challenge

Autor: United States. Congress. Joint Economic Committee

Número de Páginas: 536

Bond 11+: Bond 11+ English Challenge Assessment Papers 9-10 years

Autor: Sarah Lindsay

Número de Páginas: 64

The Bond 11+ English Challenge Assessment Papers for 9-10 years is a new and improved edition of the Bond English Stretch Assessment Papers, which now includes new extra tricky questions, as well as fully explained answers in the pull-out centre section of the book. Used with the English 11+ Handbook, Challenge Test Paper Packs and other supporting Bond titles, the Challenge Assessment Papers offer rigorous 11+ practice questions to stretch the very brightest minds. Working through the papers helps to prepare children for more difficult questions and competitive exams, and in doing so improves exam skills. Providing challenging practice of English skills, these age-ranged, essential study guides really help children to succeed. Bond is the number 1 provider of 11+ practice, helping millions of children pass selective entrance exams. Bond Assessment is the only series of graded practice papers for age 5 to 13 for English and maths, and age 5 to 12 for verbal reasoning and non-verbal reasoning, the four subjects commonly assessed in entrance examinations.

Globalization and Environmental Challenges

Autor: Hans Günter Brauch , Úrsula Oswald Spring , Czeslaw Mesjasz , John Grin , Pál Dunay , Navnita Chadha Behera , Béchir Chourou , Patricia Kameri-mbote , P. H. Liotta

Número de Páginas: 1141

Put quite simply, the twin impacts of globalization and environmental degradation pose new security dangers and concerns. In this new work on global security thinking, 91 authors from five continents and many disciplines, from science and practice, assess the worldwide reassessment of the meaning of security triggered by the end of the Cold War and globalization, as well as the multifarious impacts of global environmental change in the early 21st century.

Viable Utopian Ideas

Autor: Art Shostak

Número de Páginas: 338

Utopias - whether philosophical, literary, or actual experiments - are attempts to solve all social problems. In the wake of the attack on the World Trade Center, unfolding corporate scandals, and other devastating shocks, it is natural to search for practical lessons in utopian literature. In this collection noted sociologists renew the call to develop an altruistic social order. They address a wide variety of topics as they look for viable utopian ideas that can be applied to today's society. Written in an engaging, jargon-free style, and directed to introductory sociology students as well as anyone concerned with social problems, the book provides both visionary ideals and insights for pragmatic decision-making as we venture into an uncertain future.

Regional Perspectives of Nature-based Solutions for Water: Benefits and Challenges

Autor: Nevelina Pachova , Perlie Velasco , Antonina Torrens , Veeriah Jegatheesan

Número de Páginas: 264

Nature-based solutions (NbS) are solutions inspired or supported by nature. They include ecosystem conservation and restoration measures, as well as the creation or enhancement of natural processes in man-made ecosystems, such as cities. Recent interest in NbS has emphasized their importance for urban water management and cities across the world have begun to experiment with them. Experiences from different contexts, however, are not adequately captured and understood. This book aims to address this gap by compiling case studies and reviews that explore NbS for urban water management from different regions and perspectives and highlight emerging challenges and opportunities for harnessing their potential.

Next Generation E-Governance Services For Effective People Participation

Autor: Dr Kumar D Dr Panchanatham N

Número de Páginas: 151

Dynamics Of Regional Innovation, The: Policy Challenges In Europe And Japan

Autor: Yveline Lecler , Tetsuo Yoshimoto , Takahiro Fujimoto

Número de Páginas: 523

All over the world, open innovation is emerging and requires much more interactions between different actors with different organizational cultures: large firms and SMEs (i.e. industry), universities and research institutions (i.e. academia), as well as national and regional authorities for building the legal or incentive framework of innovation (i.e government). Certainly, flows of knowledge between these three spheres, which are also known as the triple helix, have always existed; but what appears to be new in an open innovation environment is the overlapping of their missions. In many areas such multi-actor interactions with overlapping roles did not emerge spontaneously, as was the case with the United States.Based on robust cases studied by researchers and practical experiences of personnel involved in innovation at public or private institutions, this book successively discusses the policy framework in Europe and Japan, the new role for universities due to intellectual property reform or technology transfer promotion, the new challenges for firms in terms of licensing, patents, corporate venturing, including entrepreneurship, incubation, venture capital or cross-industry...

Advanced Topics in Applied Operations Management

Autor: Yair Holtzman

Número de Páginas: 214

The chapters in Advanced Topics in Applied Operations Management creatively demonstrate a valuable connection among operations strategy, operations management, operations research, and various departments, systems, and practices throughout an organization. The authors show how mathematical tools and process improvements can be applied effectively in unique measures to other functions. The book provides examples that illustrate the challenges confronting firms competing in today's demanding environment bridging the gap between theory and practice by analyzing real situations.

New Challenges in Space Plasma Physics: Open Questions and Future Mission Concepts

Autor: Luca Sorriso-valvo , Alessandro Retino , Christopher H. K. Chen , Daniel Verscharen

Número de Páginas: 146

Problem Solving in Endodontics

Autor: James L. Gutmann , Paul E. Lovdahl

Número de Páginas: 499

Problem Solving in Endodontics, 5th Edition, by James L. Gutmann and Paul Lovdahl, offers updated techniques and an evidence-based approach to the most common procedures performed at chairside. Ideal for both endodontists and general dentists, this thoroughly revised reference combines the precision of quality endodontic care with achievable and pain-free outcomes for the patient. Each chapter has been carefully designed so that you'll quickly grasp the anatomy, the instruments needed, and what procedures should be performed -- all supplemented by boxed clinical case examples and tips. Going beyond problem solving, it also addresses the major issues in diagnostic, anatomic, restorative, periodontic, traumatic, and surgical aspects of tooth retention. - Provides chairside guidance for the endodontic procedures most commonly performed by endodontists and general dentists. - Entire text has expanded concepts that are verified in new drawings and clinically relevant cases. - Integrates new technologies and materials into every chapter that when applied result in predictable and optimal outcomes. - Establishes clear parameters for the retention of teeth. - Correlates optimal patient...

Integrated Disaster Risk Management: From Earth Sciences to Policy Making

Autor: Irasema Alcántara-ayala , Jean-claude Thouret , Peng Cui , Marten Geertsema , Rodrigo Cienfuegos

Número de Páginas: 224

Advances in Periodontal Surgery

Autor: Salvador Nares

Número de Páginas: 252

This book describes practical, contemporary, and evidence-based surgical approaches for the treatment of diseases and conditions affecting the periodontium, including advanced forms of periodontal disease, gingival recession, and complex cases requiring interdisciplinary management. The book opens by identifying key considerations in periodontal surgery, for example with regard to diagnosis and prognosis, and by presenting decision trees that will be useful in daily practice. Cutting-edge resection and regeneration techniques for the treatment of periodontitis and mucogingival surgical procedures for the management of soft tissue deficiencies are then described and illustrated in detail, highlighting important tips and tricks as well as potential difficulties and complications. The final part of the book is devoted to interdisciplinary care, which is of key importance when periodontal surgery is indicated in the management of cases requiring orthodontic, endodontic, and restorative therapy. Advances in Periodontal Surgery will be of value for practitioners at all levels of experience as well as for students entering the field.

New Challenges and Future Perspectives in Nutrition and Sustainable Diets in Africa

Autor: Hettie Carina Schönfeldt , Gloria Essilfie , Yunyun Gong

Número de Páginas: 195

Africa is confronted with the triple burden of malnutrition; it is also faced with the triple challenges of poverty, inequality and unemployment. In many African countries, large proportions of the population rely on agriculture not only for their food - but also for their livelihoods. A transformed agricultural and food system is thus a necessary condition for addressing this double-triple challenge. Additionally, post harvest and food waste and losses reduce the availability of sufficient quantities of safe, edible and preferable foods. At least one third of food produced at farm level is lost due to inappropriate storage, infrastructure and agro-processing technologies in developing countries; and one third of food purchased is wasted at household and retail level.

Challenges and Opportunities for the EU Common Fisheries Policy Application in the Mediterranean and Black Sea

Autor: Simone Libralato , Francesco Colloca , Ali Cemal Gücü , Christos D. Maravelias , Cosimo Solidoro , Sebastián Villasante , Massimiliano Cardinale

Número de Páginas: 232

The application of the Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) in the Mediterranean and Black Sea faces several challenges also because of large ecological, economic, political and institutional differences across the basin. The challenge of CFP application is exacerbated by the legal/administrative situation, with large areas outside national/EU jurisdictions, by the different development of fisheries that result in fleet capacities highly different on opposite shores of some sub-basins, as well as by uneven monitoring and data availability across the basins that result in situations that hamper sustainable management. This book collates analyses related to the application of the principles included in the CFP in Mediterranean and Black Sea, including assessments of current status, scenario analyses, visions of best solutions, evaluation of critical hot spots and effects of regionalization of fisheries management. The eBook tackles from local to transboundary issues and solutions and provides a broad vision of problems together with important practical solutions for CFP application in the Mediterranean and Black Sea.

Dental and Periodontal Tissues Formation and Regeneration: Current Approaches and Future Challenges

Autor: Giovanna Orsini , Victor E. Arana-chavez , Thimios Mitsiadis

Número de Páginas: 248

Sequential and reciprocal interactions between oral epithelial and cranial neural crest-derived mesenchymal cells give rise to the teeth and periodontium. Teeth are vital organs containing a rich number of blood vessels and nerve fibers within the dental pulp and periodontium. Teeth are composed by unique and specific collagenous (dentin, fibrillar cementum) and non-collagenous (enamel) highly mineralized extracellular matrices. Alveolar bone is another collagenous hard tissue that supports tooth stability and function through its close interaction with the periodontal ligament. Dental hard tissues are often damaged after infection or traumatic injuries that lead to the partial or complete destruction of the functional dental and supportive tissues. Well-established protocols are routinely used in dental clinics for the restoration or replacement of the damaged tooth and alveolar bone areas. Recent progress in the fields of cell biology, tissue engineering, and nanotechnology offers promising opportunities to repair damaged or missing dental tissues. Indeed, pulp and periodontal tissue regeneration is progressing rapidly with the application of stem cells, biodegradable scaffolds, ...