Modelling the complexity of the dentition
Date
2012
Authors
Brook, A.
O'Donnell, M.
Editors
Townsend, G.
Kanazawa, E.
Takayama, H.
Kanazawa, E.
Takayama, H.
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Book chapter
Citation
New Directions in Dental Anthropology: paradigms, methodologies and outcomes, 2012 / Townsend, G., Kanazawa, E., Takayama, H. (ed./s), pp.1-9
Statement of Responsibility
Alan Brook and Matthew Brook O'Donnell
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Abstract
The major components and phases of development needed to form a mature dentition are identified and outlined. This information is then examined against the general characteristics of Complex Adaptive Systems. It is concluded that the dentition in development and maturity has the characteristics of a Self Adaptive and Self Organising Complex System. This exploration provides the basis for future investigations of this model.