Books by Barry Berkovitz

"The Teeth of Mammalian Vertebrates is an important reference for researchers in dentistry, comparative morphology, anthropology, and vertebrate palaeontology, and those with an interest in exploring and understanding diversity. The book provides a comprehensive and informed analysis of mammalian dentitions and highlights the importance of teeth as drivers and mirrors of evolution and diversity." - Journal of Anatomy   The Teeth of Mammalian Vertebrates presents a comprehensive survey of mammalian dentitions that is based on material gathered from museums and research workers from around the world. The teeth are major factors in the success of mammals, and knowledge of tooth form and function is essential in mammalian biology. Illustrated with high-quality color photographs of skulls and dentitions, together with X-rays, CT images and histology, this book reveals the tremendous variety of tooth form and structure in mammals. Written by two internationally-recognized experts in dental anatomy, the book provides an up-to-date account of how teeth are adapted to acquiring and processing food. With its companion volume, this book provides a complete survey of the teeth of vertebrates. It is the ideal resource for students and researchers in zoology, biology, anthropology, archaeology and dentistry. Provides a comprehensive account of mammalian dentitions, together with helpful reading listsIllustrated by 900 high-quality photographs, X-rays, CT scans and histological images from leading researchers and world class museum collectionDepicts lateral and occlusal views of the skull and dentition, which conveys a much greater level of morphological detail than line drawings Contains clear-and-concise, up-to-date reviews of the structure and properties of dental tissues, especially the enamel and tooth support system, both of which play vital roles in the functioning of the mammalian dentition

The Teeth of Non-Mammalian Vertebrates is the first comprehensive publication with high-quality color illustrations that describe the teeth of non-mammalian vertebrates. Descriptions of the dentitions are supplemented with explanations of jaw mechanics. Chapters on the microstructure and properties of the dental tissues provide an integrated account of the relationships between structure, form, and function of teeth.Features over 400 images, including numerous high-quality photographs from internationally-recognized researchers and world class collectionsOffers guidance on tooth morphology for classification and evolution of vertebratesProvides detailed coverage of the dentition of all living groups of non-mammalian vertebrates