Full Description
Welcome to the Fourth Edition of an established, widely utilized, and reliable resource in dental assisting! As a dental assistant, you will be expected to take on an increasing number of clinical and administrative responsibilities to stay competitive. DENTAL ASSISTING: A COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH, 4E, International Edition delivers inclusive coverage of the basic and advanced clinical skills you need to master. This complete learning system includes the most current information on leading dental practices/procedures, equipment, and patient safety standards, as well as, incorporates animation, video, step-by-step photo illustrations, real-life case studies, and dynamic review materials. Quite simply, this best-seller is a trusted resource for any dental assistant preparing for a successful career in the field.
Contents
1. Introduction to the Dental Profession.2. Communication.3. Ethics, Jurisprudence and Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).4. Oral Health and Preventative Techniques.5. Nutrition.6. General Anatomy and Physiology.7. Head and Neck Anatomy.8. Embryology and Histology.9. Tooth Morphology.10. Microbiology.11. Infection Control.12. Occupations Health and Safety Administration Standards (OSHA).13. Preparation for Patient Care.14. Dental Charting.15. Pharmacology.16. Emergency Management.17. Introduction to the Dental Office and Basic Chairside Assisting.18. Basic Chairside Instruments and Tray Systems.19. Instrument Transfer and Maintaining the Operating Field.20. Anesthetic and Sedation.21. Introduction to Dental Radiography and Equipment.22. Produce and Evaluate Dental Radiographs.23. Extra oral and Digital Radiography.24. Endodontics.25. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.26. Oral Pathology.27. Orthodontics.28. Pediatric Dentistry.29. Periodontics.30. Fixed Prosthodontics.31. Cosmetic Dentistry and Whitening.32 Removable Prosthodontics.33. Dental Cements, Bases and Liners.34. Restorative Materials and Dental Dam.35. Laboratory Materials and Techniques.36. Dental Office Management.37. Employment Strategies.
