This unique book describes the highly complex biology of the oral cells and tissues in a refreshingly clear and straightforward style. At the same time, it presents basic science and clinical correlations that demonstrate the significance of traditional basic science to oral biology as well as to clinical dentistry. Extensively documented with references to the current literature, this book will serve equally well as an introductory text for dental students, as a basic science review for dental postdoctoral specialists, and as a useful reference for researchers investigating problems related to the oral cavity.