CONNECTIONS IN DENTISTRY: FROM MOLECULAR BIOLOGY TO HUMANIZED CARE

Abstract

Contemporary dentistry has undergone a profound transformation, driven by scientific and technological advancements and an increasing emphasis on patient-centered care. In this context, understanding oral health requires a broad perspective capable of integrating the biological, clinical, and social knowledge that shapes the health-disease process and directly influences the quality of care provided to the population.
The e-book Connections in Dentistry: From Molecular Biology to Humanized Care brings together chapters covering various areas of dental knowledge, highlighting the importance of interdisciplinarity in developing clinical practices that are safer, more effective, and more humanized. The topics range from molecular advances related to the diagnosis and treatment of odontogenic lesions and neoplasms to discussions on facial trauma, implant dentistry, health promotion, and the humanization of care.
This work presents content grounded in current scientific evidence, offering insights into clinical challenges, innovative therapeutic approaches, and care strategies aimed at comprehensive health care. The diversity of topics underscores the breadth of modern dentistry and its continuous evolution in response to contemporary social and scientific demands.
Beyond merely compiling technical knowledge, this collection seeks to foster critical thinking and professional development, while promoting the understanding that excellence in dental practice relies not only on scientific mastery but also on the ability to recognize the human needs present in every care setting.
We hope this work contributes to academic training, professional advancement, and the generation of new knowledge, thereby strengthening a field of dentistry that is increasingly evidence-based, committed to innovation, and guided by the principles of ethics, humanization, and comprehensive care.
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