As the only book available on the topic, this text provides a unique look at both traditional techniques and cutting-edge information on the specific management of pediatric oral and maxillofacial surgery.  Vivid photographs from all stages of the surgical procedures highlight the discussions and explanations from the premier authorities in the field.  Coverage encompasses all areas of treating pediatric patients, including growth and development, psychological management, anesthesia and sedation, metabolic management, genetics, and speech problems.

• Part 1: General Care of the Pediatric Surgical Patient<br>1. Preoperative assessment of the pediatric patient<br>2. Molecular genetics and syndrome recognition for the clinician<br>3. Psychological preparation of the child undergoing a maxillofacial surgical procedure<br>4. Practical considerations in facial growth<br>5. Speech disorders associated with dentofacial anomalies<br>6. Behavioral management and conscious sedation of pediatric patients in the oral surgery office<br>7. Deep sedation for pediatric patients<br>8. Perioperative anesthetic and metabolic care of children and adolescents<br>9. Ancillary surgical procedures<br><br>Part II: Oral Surgical Procedures<br>10. Dentoalveolar surgery<br>11. Intraoral soft tissue abnormalities<br><br>Part III: Pediatric Maxillofacial Surgery<br>12. Infections of the maxillofacial region<br>13. Salivary gland inflammatory disorders in children<br>14. Salivary gland tumors in children<br>15. Jaw tumors in children<br>16. Head and neck malignancies in children<br>17. Maxillofacial vascular anomalies<br>18. Facial pain in children<br>19. Congenital abnormalities of the temporomandibular joint<br>20. Acquired abnormalities of the temporomandibular joint<br>21. Orthognathic surgery in the growing child<br>22. Microtia and ear reconstruction in children<br>23. Sequential management of the child with cleft lip and palate<br>24. Facial trauma I: midface fractures<br>25. Facial trauma II: dentoalveolar injuries and mandibular fractures

Leonard B. Kaban DMD, MD, FACS Walter C. Guralnick Professor and Chairman, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA