In today’s dental practice, treating patients with systemic diseases is no longer an exception—it’s the norm.
The 10th edition of Little and Falace’s Dental Management of the Medically Compromised Patient, authored by Dr. Craig Miller and published in 2023, continues to be the gold standard for guiding oral care in patients with complex medical histories.
This new edition presents up-to-date, evidence-based protocols for managing medically compromised patients in the dental chair.
Whether it’s cardiovascular disease, diabetes, bleeding disorders, cancer therapies, or autoimmune conditions, this book offers structured clinical guidance to make safe and effective decisions.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction to the Medically Compromised Patient
2. Cardiovascular Disorders
3. Pulmonary Disorders
4. Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders (including Diabetes Mellitus and Thyroid Conditions)
5. Neurologic Disorders
6. Hematologic Disorders (Anemia, Coagulation disorders)
7. Renal Diseases and Dialysis
8. Hepatic Diseases
9. Cancer and Chemotherapy
10. HIV/AIDS and Immunocompromised Conditions
11. Pregnancy and Oral Health Considerations
12. Antibiotic Prophylaxis and Risk Management
13. Dental Management of Patients with Organ Transplants
14. Pediatric and Geriatric Medically Compromised Patients
Each chapter includes:
✔️ Pathophysiology overview
✔️ Medical treatment updates
✔️ Dental management considerations
✔️ Drug interactions and emergency protocols
What Do the Experts Say?
✔ "This book is my go-to reference when treating complex medical cases. The clinical guidelines are extremely practical."
— Dr. Laura E. Stevens, DMD, Professor of Oral Medicine, UCLA
✔ "An essential resource in my daily practice. It bridges medicine and dentistry better than any other text."
— Dr. José A. Torres, DDS, Internal Medicine-Dental Consultant, Colombia
✔ "For both students and seasoned dentists, this edition provides updated guidance we desperately need as the patient population ages and comorbidities increase."
— Dr. Keiko Yamashita, DDS, Tokyo Dental University
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