The dentist-patient relationship, C.Scully and P.Ward-Booth; the history, diagnosis and treatment planning, C.Scully; investigations, S.Porter et al; management of emergencies, C.Scully; principles of prescribing, C.Scully; pain and pain control, C.Scully; preoperative management of the dental in-patient, D.Wiesenfeld; prevention and reduction of operative trauma and complications of oral surgery, J.Rayne; infection, C.Scully and R.Ord; hazards in dentistry, C.Scully.