Essential Clinical Oral Biology is an accessible guide to oral biology, introducing the scientific knowledge necessary to succeed in clinical practice. Covering key topics in clinical oral biology, this textbook will help students gain an understanding of oral tissues and their relationship to oral health and disease. Key features include: Student-friendly layout with clinical photographs throughout Each chapter has clearly defined key topics and learning objectives Covers the essentials: what you need to know and why Companion website featuring interactive MCQs, teaching presentations and downloadable images The clinical relevance of each topic is emphasised throughout, making this a must-have resource for students in the early years of dentistry, dental hygiene, dental therapy, clinical dental technology and dental nursing courses, as well as a useful revision guide for clinical undergraduate and early postgraduate students.