Demin/Remin in Preventive Dentistry

Despite significant progress in the management of oral health, tooth decay remains stubbornly widespread and resilient. Complicating this further, there remain gaps in clinical use and knowledge involving fluoride and remineralization therapies. To help address these problems, Demin/Remin in Preventive Dentistry explores demineralization and remineralization processes by synthesizing a variety of data and research to produce a fresh perspective from one who has devoted significant effort to improving remineralization therapies in preventive dentistry.

The source material for this book is fairly diverse, with more than 900 references called forth from various fields of study, including medicine, dentistry, chemistry, biology, materials science, food science, along with reports and articles from journalists, and nonprofit and government organizations. Divided into 10 distinct chapters, the topics discussed include oral bacteria, foods and drinks, acids, pH, sound and demineralized enamel structure, dental therapeutics used throughout history, fluoride and various fluoride formats (including toothpastes, varnishes and more), calcium phosphate systems, remineralization processes, and perspectives related to minimally invasive dentistry.

Global tooth decay remains a major socioeconomic burden, commanding the need for improved oral health strategies. Demin/Remin in Preventive Dentistry provides a fresh look at an old (and largely preventable!) problem by reviewing known information, as well as aspects not addressed in other dentistry books. Demin/Remin in Preventive Dentistry will appeal especially to those with a 'prevention-first' mindset, as well as researchers and clinicians passionate about delivering or improving oral health benefits for those of us both young and young at heart.

A Principal Investigator whose research has been supported by a variety of funding mechanisms, including multiple awards from the National Institutes of Health, Dr. Robert L. Karlinsey holds a BS in Physics and PhD in Chemical Physics. Inspired by his own tooth decay, he created patented tooth-strengthening technologies found in several 3M Oral Care dental products. By infusing historical successes (and failures) with today's prevention-focused innovations, his knowledge of and research in preventive dentistry forms a compelling, enlightened perspective beneficial to clinicians, researchers, and laypeople alike.

"Dr. Karlinsey is an Oral Health Care Ninja Warrior. His passion for the topic is manifest in this amplified work on how foods, drinks, and toothpaste impact the teeth. Demin/Remin in Preventive Dentistry is a comprehensive resource that provides a mouthful of great information. This is a must-read for any Oral Health Care Professional and those focused on oral health and overall wellness."

--Rich Christiansen, National Bestselling Author (Wall Street Journal, USA Today), Prolific Entrepreneur, and Philanthropist, Utah, USA

"Demin/Remin in Preventive Dentistry is well-thought-out, has good flow, is full of scientific research spanning more than 100 years, and can certainly expand on a clinician's knowledge of demineralization and remineralization. I loved the historical tidbits (especially the early 20th century advertisements for toothpaste). This is a fine work, and I'm impressed with the depth of knowledge Dr. Karlinsey provides, not to mention his motivation to become engaged in preventive dentistry."

--Dr. Dylan Yung, Aevitas Dentistry, Auckland, New Zealand

"Dr. Karlinsey has an amazing talent of explaining a sometimes confusing or misunderstood topic in an easy-to-understand way. As a practicing dentist for 15+ years, I have seen first-hand a lot of dental demineralization and disease in a real-world clinical setting. Demin/Remin in Preventive Dentistry provides some real world applications and up-to-date solutions, and encouraged me to circle back and revisit my understanding of demin/remin processes in order to better combat these ongoing struggles."

--Dr. Chris Hardin, Hardin Cosmetic & Family Dentistry, Indiana, USA

"As our overall health begins in the oral cavity, this is an excellent book on demineralization, including the effects of various foods and drinks on the dentition. Demin/Remin in Preventive Dentistry should not only be required reading for health care providers, especially dentists, hygienists and pediatricians, but should also be a part of education in all dental and hygiene schools!"

--Dr. Greg Hardin, Hardin Cosmetic & Family Dentistry, Indiana, USA

"Demin/Remin in Preventive Dentistry has the potential to augment the standard of education in dental schools. Additionally, I believe it can change a dental patient's life and is a great contribution to preventive dentistry!"

--Dr. Makoto Asaizumi, Asaizumi Orthodontic Practice, Mobara, Japan