* Shows side-by-side comparisons of different dental materials for complete coverage of important properties. * Keeps the student up-to-date on current products and companies with lists of updated products (ADA-certified products, when applicable). * Includes numerous illustrations, allowing the student to visualize manipulations. * Identifies learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter to emphasize important content. * Defines unusual terms and phrases in the margins, eliminating the need to refer to the glossary at the back of the book. * Includes Summary Sections to reinforce critical concepts discussed in the chapter. * Presents self-tests (multiple choice, short answer) at the end of each chapter so that students can evaluate their understanding of subject matter. * Includes Suggested Readings to emphasize review rather than research articles. * Includes Glossary defining important terms to eliminate the need for a dictionary.