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Recommended Books on Oral Hygiene

Practice Management for the Dental Team (PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FOR THE DENTAL TEAM) This complete procedures manual for management of the dental office details step-by-step instructions for performing essential front office skills. Changing technology, managed health care, and federal regulations continue to have an impact on the dental office. The sixth edition is completely updated to reflect a contemporary paperless office along with HIPAA regulations featured throughout. A new Case Studies feature has been added to each chapter to help students apply knowledge to true-to-life situations. A practice management CD-ROM from EagleSoft/Patterson Dental Supply is bound into each text.

• Includes the most recent guidelines from OSHA and OSAP.
• EagleSoft front office software CD-ROM bound into every copy of the book.
• Chapters on Appointment Management and Accounts Receivable include exercises related to the front office software.
• Throughout the book, boxes highlight information and specialized terms that relate to specific topics.
• Each chapter begins with a comprehensive list of objectives to be covered within the chapter.
• Margin notes denote significant phrases to which the authors wish to draw the reader's attention.
• Key terms are boldfaced on first mention in the text and are listed and defined in the alphabetical glossary at the back of the book.

• HIPAA regulations incorporated throughout the text.
• Content has been significantly updated to include the very latest technology being used in dental offices and to reflect a paperless dental office.
• Case studies added to the end of chapters help students apply knowledge to working with true-to-life situations.
• A new Evolve website for students includes bookkeeping/accounts receivable, appointment management, and charting exercises to give students an opportunity to gain experience with the software program and utilize front office skills.
• A new Evolve teaching resources website for instructors includes learning objectives and key terms from the book, a Test Bank with rationales in ExamView, an image collection, working forms, and critical thinking activities for each chapter.

Kaplan National Dental Hygienist Licensure Exam (Kaplan Dental Hygienist Licensure Exam) National Dental Hygienist Licensure Exam comes complete with a targeted review of all the material on the exam, exclusive test-taking strategies, a full-length simulated test, and a complete set of case studies with radiographs in color. This powerful combination will help you pass this critical exam.

Features: Full-length simulated National Board examTargeted review of all topics covered on the examHundreds of practice questionsIllustrations of key dental conceptsCase studies with color radiographs

Anatomy of Orofacial Structures (Anatomy of Orofacial Structures (Brand)) This comprehensive introductory text is perfect for students studying dentistry at any level or scope, featuring coverage of dental anatomy and head and neck anatomy, as well as oral histology and embryology. The easy-to-understand text material is enhanced and supported with abundant, high quality illustrations. This edition combines the text with built-in workbook features that enhance and reinforce learning. Flashcards help students memorize and quickly recall vital facts. No other text of its kind offers a learning package this complete!

• This is one of the only dental anatomy texts that cover all areas of study (dental anatomy, oral histology and embryology, and head and neck anatomy), written at an appropriate level for all students studying the dental sciences.
• Over 550 excellent illustrations support the text, including simple, accurate, effective line drawings that clearly show what the text explains and make difficult subject matter easier for students to comprehend.
• Review questions at the end of each chapter provide an opportunity for students to evaluate their understanding of the chapter material and review areas of weakness.
• Multiple-choice tests at the end of each unit enable students to check their comprehension of related topics and evaluate areas of weakness.
• A comprehensive glossary of all key terms throughout the chapters is provided at the end of the book so students can easily look up the definition of a key term at any time.
• Objectives listed at the beginning of all chapters outline what students should know after completing the chapter.
• Suggested readings refer the reader to current and classic resources for further study.

• A perforated workbook section is incorporated into the text, offering questions that follow the format of the dental hygiene national exam and the dental assisting certification exam.
• Additional flashcards include illustrations on one side and succinct, critical information on the other that students can use to review and memorize key concepts.
• A new chapter on Root Morphology offers new coverage of a topic that is extremely important to anyone doing root planing and curettage, addressing: how shape, length, and surface area of roots affect displacement; pathology; other factor affecting the root; normal ranges of root variation; and how the tooth is affected by pressures and tension.
• Chapters have been reorganized to present the most frequently used information first, covering Dental Anatomy before Oral Histology and Embryology and Head and Neck Anatomy.
• About 75 additional line drawings, with a second color added for emphasis, depict labeled parts.

Dental Hygiene: Theory and Practice, 2nd Edition The most comprehensive, all-encompassing dental hygiene text to date, this excellent tool helps readers not only master clinical skills, but also the theory behind the dental hygiene care process. It guides the reader through the dental hygiene care process based on the human needs model, beginning with foundational information, addressing all aspects of client care - including individuals with special needs - and concluding with leadership and management roles of a dental hygienist. Unique step-by-step descriptions of procedures with illustrations and rationales not only teach competent skill performance, but also the theory behind the dental hygiene process. The 2nd edition features a full-color design with color photos and illustrations, a more user-friendly format with extensive bullet lists, boxes, and comprehensive tables, and new pedagogical features to reinforce learning.

• In-depth coverage of all topics in the dental hygiene curriculum makes this the most comprehensive dental hygiene text available.
• Renowned authors, high profile professionals in dental hygiene education and the association, give comprehensive, authoritative guidance.
• Detailed, illustrated step-by-step procedures with rationales for clinical skills explain each step in the treatment process.
• Specific icons alert the reader to important points in the procedure, as well as safety considerations when necessary.
• Tables, often with illustrations, allow readers to easily compare and contrast similar information.
• Specially designed boxes highlight important information throughout the book to help reinforce the material.
• Learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter identify the most important points that the reader should focus on in that chapter.
• A glossary at the back of the back of the book defines all key terms in one convenient location.
• References and suggested readings guide the reader in locating the most recent, up-to-date sources.

• New full-color design features high-quality, full-color clinical photos and line drawings that provide visual appeal and depict important concepts.
• New redesigned, user-friendly format makes the text easier to read and aids in referencing specific topics of interest.
• More coverage of individuals with special needs is included than any other text, such as patients with autoimmune diseases, neurological disabilities, respiratory diseases, alcohol and substance abuse issues, women's health issues, and individuals with orthodontic appliances.
• New chapters and expanded coverage of hot topics provide more complete coverage, keeping readers better informed and better prepared to function in the dental office.
• Client Education Issues teach readers how to educate the client to understand the treatment and to implement good follow-up care and oral hygiene at home, emphasizing the concept of the human needs model.
• Legal, Ethical, and Safety Issues encourages good ethical, professional and legal practices by explaining the importance of patient rights, the dental hygienist's ethical behavior, and the safety of the client in connection with the chapter topic.
• Key Concepts at the end of each chapter list the most important points of the chapter to help the student retain key information.
• Critical Thinking Exercises, presented in the form of brief case studies and scenarios, suggest activities to perform based on the chapter material that train the reader in independent decision making.
• Key Terms at the beginning of each chapter identify new dental vocabulary that the reader will encounter in context.

Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy (Illustrated Colour Text) Offers concise and comprehensive coverage of orofacial embryology, oral histology, and dental anatomy while also providing a brief introduction to dental structures. The clearly written text highlights both basic science and clinical applications to give the reader well-rounded coverage. Features of the book include: clinical applications for diverse topics that range from dental implants to periodontal considerations, an outstanding illustration program, microscopic photographs, and clinical photographs that clarify essential concepts, a review of anatomical nomenclature, pronunciations, a glossary, chapter overviews, and learning objectives.

• Each chapter features microscopic photographs, as well as clinical photographs to clarify essential concepts.
• Logical organization makes it easier for students to move through the text and to be successful at comprehending the information.
• Tables are used throughout the book to present and compare similar information and help students recognize similarities and differences among related topics.
• Boxed information throughout highlights the clinical considerations of different topics.
• An overview at the beginning of each chapter lets the students easily see what key information can be found in each chapter.
• Standard student objectives are outlined at the beginning of each chapter to clearly identify the information the student is expected to absorb from studying the chapter.
• A glossary at the back of the book contains the terms listed in the key terms of the chapters with definitions.

• Now in full-color.
• Incorporates case studies put forth by the National Dental Hygiene Board Examination.
• Sixteen chapters include new or updated information, including new information on stem cells in dentistry (chapter 7) and updated information on tooth color, staining, and bleaching (chapter 12).
• An expanded workbook emphasizes problem-based learning along with a curriculum development and delivery system that recognizes the need for students to develop problem-solving skills and acquire necessary knowledge and skills.

Mosby's Comprehensive Review of Dental Hygiene Now in full color, Mosby's Comprehensive Review of Dental Hygiene is an easy-to-use study aid for the national board exam. A full mock examination at the end of the book includes representative cases with answers and rationales for every question so readers can evaluate how well they've learned the material before they take the real exam. This edition includes two new chapters on General Anatomy and Physiology and General Pathology, to ensure that readers have a solid understanding of these sciences that are the foundation of oral anatomy and pathology. Additional information on ethical, legal, and safety issues is incorporated throughout to provide a better understanding of how these aspects of practice relate to each chapter topic. References have also been updated, putting the most current resources at the reader's fingertips for more relevant supplemental learning.

• Easy-to-use outline format makes it an essential study aid.
• Questions based on case studies prepare readers for the case-based questions found on the national board exam.
• Introductory paragraphs at the beginning of chapters address the relevance of each chapter's subject to professional practice and key topics to focus on when studying.
• Practice test that is structured like the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination simulates actual experience of taking boards.
• Sources for chapters listed at end of every chapter provide resources that will reflect current theory, practice standards, and research findings.

• New chapter on General Anatomy gives an overview of the body's structure and function for a better understanding of how problems in one body system can affect the rest of the body.
• Added chapter on General Pathology describes disease development and includes a discussion on the process of inflammation and the genetic basis of disease.
• Full-color design shows greater detail in photos and illustrations for more comprehensive learning.
• Detailed information on legal/ethical/safety issues incorporated throughout shows how these issues can fit into their everyday practice, rather than thinking of them as separate elements of hygiene practice.
• Listings of websites within chapters offer current information on important developments in dental hygiene topics.
• New chapter review questions at the end of most chapters.

Applied Pharmacology for the Dental Hygienist (Applied Pharmacology For the Dental Hygienist) Be absolutely certain you have the pharmacology knowledge you need to safeguard your patients with Applied Pharmacology for the Dental Hygienist, 5th Edition. Its effective approach equips you with a practical understanding of pharmacology concepts that will alert you to possible drug interactions and treatment considerations in the dental office. Respected pharmacology author and instructor Elena Haveles brings her professional expertise and academic perspective to this new edition of Barbara Requa-Clark's authoritative coverage - from complete coverage of drugs used in dentistry to drugs that may alter dental treatment, emergency drugs, drug interactions, drug abuse, and the pregnant and nursing patient. This essential textbook should be a part of every dental hygienist's educational foundation.

• A user-friendly approach makes essential pharmacology concepts even more memorable, featuring a logical organization, comprehensive glossary, chapter outlines and review questions, and informative margin notes.
• Standardized drug information includes a consistent format for each drug group that lists indications, pharmacokinetics, pharmacologic effects, adverse reactions, drug interactions, and dosages.
• Clinical Skills Assessment review questions help you evaluate your knowledge of chapter material.
• Six informative appendixes provide quick access to important information: Top 200 Drugs lists the most-prescribed drugs of 2005; Medical Acronyms familiarizes you with commonly used acronyms; Medical Terminology explains how a drug's name reveals its classification; What If... provides succinct answers to a collection of patient-related questions; Xerostomia and Taste Changes shows a table of drugs that may cause xerostomia and alter tastes; and Natural/Herbal Products discusses what dental professionals need to know about common supplements

• Updated information throughout brings all coverage in line with current practice.

Student Workbook to Accompany Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist, Tenth Edition (Point (Lippincott Williams & Wilkins))

Permar's Oral Embryology and Microscopic Anatomy: A Textbook for Students in Dental Hygiene

Illustrated Anatomy of the Head and Neck (Fehrenbach, Illustrated Anatomy of the Head and Neck) Now in full-color, the thoroughly revised 3rd edition of Illustrated Anatomy of the Head and Neck presents comprehensive coverage of all the information needed in the study of head and neck anatomy. It presents an understanding of anatomical parts and focal points for injection sites that are essential in the practice of dentistry, dental hygiene, and dental assisting. Special emphasis is placed on such topics as anatomy of the temporomandibular joint, the spread of dental infection, and the anatomical basis of local anesthesia for pain control. Also includes flashcards for students who want to test their knowledge of basic anatomy and a new Evolve website offers a variety of study materials.

• Each chapter features clinical photographs and high-quality line art.
• High-quality illustrations, now in full color, clarify essential concepts.
• Labeling exercises appear in each chapter to help students identify the different structures and test their knowledge of anatomy.
• Each chapter features multiple-choice review questions that can be used by the instructor for testing or by the student for self-study.
• Each chapter topic is relevant to the present needs of the dental professional and builds on former topics to make it easier for students to move through the text and successfully comprehend the information.
• Tables throughout the book present and compare similar information to make it more meaningful for students to recognize similarities and differences among related topics.
• A chapter outline at the beginning of each chapter provides a quick view of the chapter's contents.
• Learning objectives outlined at the beginning of each chapter clearly identify the information students are expected to absorb from studying the chapter.
• A bibliography list at the back of the text provides a succinct overview of additional reference resources.
• Key terms and anatomical structure terms clearly highlight important terms in each chapter and provide easy access to pronunciation and definitions to make it easier for students to check their understanding as they are reading.
• A glossary at the back of the book provides the meaning of important dental terminology conveniently located in one place.

• Full-color design and illustrations improves the effectiveness of drawings that appear throughout the book.
• Evolve website offers helpful features for students and faculty (see ancillary section for full description).
• 64 flashcards provide an excellent study tool for students who want to test their knowledge of head and neck anatomy.

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