This is a remarkable 2-volume set. The first volume, 'Textbook of Operative Dentistry' by H. William Gilmore, was published by The C. V. Mosby Company in 1967. The edition is unstated. The second volume, 'Textbook of Oral Surgery' edited by Gustav O. Kruger, was also published by The C. V. Mosby Company in 1968, and it's the Third Edition, Second Printing. The books are in good condition. The covers have minor damage like scuffing, sunning, soiling, and shelf-wear. The text blocks are discolored due to age. The front free-endpapers have writing from previous owners, and the 'Dentistry' volume has a bookplate on the front free-endpaper. The pages are lightly sunned at the edges and have occasional blue ink marks, but readability is not affected. Otherwise, the pages are bright, clean, intact, and legible.
These textbooks are great resources for anyone interested in dentistry. To use them, simply open to the topic you're interested in and start reading. When handling the books, be gentle to avoid further damage to the covers or pages. Since the pages are a bit old and may have some sunning and ink marks, don't worry too much as it doesn't affect reading. To maintain them, store the books in a dry and cool place. Avoid exposing them to direct sunlight for long periods to prevent more discoloration. If you want to protect them further, you can use a book cover or a plastic sleeve.
