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CURRENT LITERATURE 1347 Orphan Drugs. Anderson K, Anderson L. Los Angeles, CA, The Body Press, 1987,253 pages, paperback, $14.95. This book provides basic information about approxi- mately 1,500 medical remedies available in other parts of the world that are not available in the United States. The drugs are listed in alphabetical order, and a special listing of diseases, disorders and other conditions enables the reader to match the two items. Each drug listing contains generic and brand names, actions and uses, precautions, dosage and administration, and sources of availability. The TMJ Scale Manual. Levitt SR, Lundeen TF, McKin- ney MW. Durham, NC, Pain Resource Center, 1987, 74 pages, illustrated, paperback. The TMJ Scale is designed to provide information about patients’ symptoms and help the practitioner assess their physical symptom status, the influence of psycho- logical variables, and the presence of non-temporoman- dibular joint-related problems. This manual describes the scale, its administration and scoring, as well as interpre- tation of the report generated. Information is also pro- vided about the development of the TMJ Scale, its vali- dation, and its applications. Dental Management of the Medically Compromised Patient (ed 3). Little JW, Folance DA. St Louis, Mosby, 1988, 443 pages, 207 illustrations, paperback. The most common medical disorders that may be en- countered are the focus of this book. The various condi- tions are discussed in terms of the basic disease process, pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, laboratory find- ings, and currently accepted medical therapy. This is fol- lowed by a detailed explanation and recommendations for specific dental management. A unique feature is a 65page table which summarizes the most important information for easy reference. Implant Insurance Workbook. Steig RC. Lagunitas, CA, Reachout Professional Marketing, 1988, paperback. This presentation, in loose-leaf notebook form, is de- signed to help the practitioner in dealing with insurance coverage for oral implants. The 10 sections are devoted to insurance basics; patient relations; the submission pack- age; packages on endosteal, subperiosteal, and augmen- tation procedures; denials and follow-ups; common ques- tions and answers; and informed consent. The material in this book should enable the oral surgeon to improve the collection of insurance benefits for patients receiving im- plant-related services. D CHILDREN 2101 Wilson Blvd l Suite 550 l Arlington, VA 22201 (703) 235-3900 TDD: l-600-626-7653 KEVIN JAY AYO’I-I-E Abducted by an unknown individual Date Missing: 9/30/82 Missing From: Sugarbush, MN Date of Birth: 5/12/79 Age at Disappearance: 3 years Sex: Male Race: White Height: 4 ft Weight: 50 lb Hair: Blonde Eyes: Blue Identifying Information: Scar on right side of chin; hearing im- paired; limited speech capability. Circumstances: Kevin and his brother were upstairs playing at their summer home. Their mother went outside for a short while. When she returned, Kevin was gone. ANYONE HAVING INFORMATION SHOULD CONTACT The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children l-800-843-5678 OR Bemidji Poke Department (Minnesota) Missing Persons Unit l-218-751-9111
