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Phillips’ Science of Dental Materials 2022
In stock (50 units)Regular price LE 300.00 EGPUnit price /Unavailable
Quintessence Publishing
Next-Generation Biomaterials for Bone & Periodontal Regeneration 2019
In stock (50 units)Regular price LE 275.00 EGPUnit price /Unavailable
How to Choose the Right Dental Materials Science Textbook for Your Study Level
- Curriculum alignment — Phillips’ Science of Dental Materials is the reference cited in most Egyptian undergraduate syllabi for composite, ceramic, and alloy composition; verify the edition matches your faculty’s current reading list.
- Edition currency — material science standards shift as ISO test methods for radiopacity, flexural strength, and wear resistance are revised; the 2022 Phillips edition reflects current ISO 4049 and ISO 6872 testing criteria, while older editions may cite superseded values.
- Scope: foundational vs specialized — a core textbook covers composites, ceramics, amalgam, and cements broadly, while a specialized monograph such as Next-Generation Biomaterials for Bone & Periodontal Regeneration goes deep into one clinical application for postgraduate research.
- Publisher and peer-review pedigree — Elsevier and Quintessence Publishing titles are peer-reviewed academic references used across international dental curricula, distinct from manufacturer product literature.
- Illustrations and test data — look for editions with SEM micrographs, stress-strain graphs, and comparative property tables rather than text-only descriptions.
- Language and edition source — MedSTA stocks official English-language international editions only, matching the language used in Egyptian dental school lectures and exams.
Dental Materials Science Book Types at a Glance
| Book Type | Subject Focus | Level | Example Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core materials science textbook | Composites, ceramics, metals, cements, testing standards | Undergraduate | Phillips’ Science of Dental Materials 2022 |
| Regenerative biomaterials monograph | Bone grafts, periodontal regeneration materials | Postgraduate/research | Next-Generation Biomaterials for Bone & Periodontal Regeneration 2019 |
| Composite & polymer chemistry | Bis-GMA, UDMA, filler loading, polymerization shrinkage | Undergraduate/postgraduate | Covered within core text |
| Ceramic & metal alloy chapters | Feldspathic, zirconia, base/noble alloys, casting properties | Undergraduate/postgraduate | Covered within core text |
Availability & Delivery in Egypt
MedSTA stocks dental materials science textbooks from Elsevier and Quintessence Publishing, priced from approximately 250–275 EGP, delivered to dental students, academics, and clinicians across Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, and all Egyptian governorates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Phillips’ Science of Dental Materials cover, and is it the standard reference in Egyptian dental schools?
What does Phillips’ Science of Dental Materials cover, and is it the standard reference in Egyptian dental schools?
Phillips’ Science of Dental Materials 2022 covers the composition, mechanical properties, and clinical performance of composites, ceramics, amalgam, cements, and impression materials, and is widely cited in Egyptian dental school syllabi as the core materials science reference for undergraduate exams.
What is the difference between a general materials science textbook and a biomaterials research monograph?
What is the difference between a general materials science textbook and a biomaterials research monograph?
A general textbook such as Phillips covers the full range of restorative and prosthetic materials used clinically, while a research monograph like Next-Generation Biomaterials for Bone & Periodontal Regeneration focuses narrowly on regenerative grafting materials for postgraduate study or research citation.
Why does the edition year matter for a dental materials textbook?
Why does the edition year matter for a dental materials textbook?
ISO testing standards for properties such as flexural strength, radiopacity, and wear resistance are periodically revised, so a 2022 edition reflects current test methodology and material classifications, while data in older editions may already be superseded.
Are these dental materials textbooks suitable for postgraduate research citation?
Are these dental materials textbooks suitable for postgraduate research citation?
Yes, both titles are published by peer-reviewed academic publishers (Elsevier and Quintessence Publishing) and are commonly cited in postgraduate theses and research papers on restorative and regenerative dental materials.
Does MedSTA deliver dental materials textbooks to students across Egypt?
Does MedSTA deliver dental materials textbooks to students across Egypt?
Yes, MedSTA ships official English-language editions in EGP with nationwide delivery to dental students and academics across Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, and all Egyptian governorates.