Principles and Practice of Antimicrobial Therapy represents the most complete and up-to-date text available for information in the field of antibiotic therapy. It is greatly expanded to include both new developments and a more detailed review of the use of antibiotics in certain specialized fields by editors who are authorities in their own specialties. It is written in a simple, pleasant and reader-friendly language backed by many informative tables. It is hoped that the book will assist the reader in planning an affordable antimicrobial therapy for an infection.

Antimicrobial therapy is an integral part of dental practice. This book deals with the antimicrobial agents commonly used in orofacial infections. There is a plethora of antimicrobials available now. The clinician should conversant with these drugs and basic principles of using them effectively. It is hoped that the book will assist the reader in planning an affordable antimicrobial therapy for an infection.