The Dental Hygienist's Guide to Nutritional Care by
Learn how to apply nutritional principles to promote optimal patient care! The Dental Hygienist's Guide to Nutritional Care, 5th Edition explains how teaching proper nutrition can improve your clients' oral and systemic health. Case studies and clear, full-color photos and illustrations provide a basis for assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of patients. In addition, a solid foundation in nutrition prepares you for the subject's increased emphasis on the NBDHE examination. Written by an interdisciplinary author team with expertise in nutrition and dental hygiene, this book was the first nutritional guide designed specifically for dental hygienists! UNIQUE! Biochemistry chapter covers the essential concepts tested on the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE). UNIQUE! Coverage of vitamins and minerals is based on the oral effects of micronutrients. Clinically relevant applications to dental hygiene include a focus on patient education and dental hygiene considerations in each chapter. Case studies and Health Applications demonstrate how nutrition concepts can be applied to specific patient situations. Learning features include pretests and key terms highlighted in each chapter, with definitions in the glossary. Practice quizzes online allow you to test your comprehension, and include feedback and remediation for incorrect answers. NEW! Updated content addresses interdisciplinary practice and the FDA's Food Safety Modernization Act, with expanded coverage of older adults, vitamin D, and nutrigenomics. NEW! Coverage of the latest federal nutrition standards includes the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the Nutrition Facts label, and more. NEW! UPDATED full-color illustrations include additional clinical photos as well as food-source photos in the micronutrient chapters.
Dental Radiography: Principles and Techniques by
Master the skills required for safe, effective dental imaging! Dental Radiography: Principles and Techniques, 6th Edition provides a solid foundation in the radiation and technique basics that dental assistants and dental hygienists need to know. Clear, comprehensive coverage includes detailed, step-by-step procedures, illustrations of oral anatomy and photos of new equipment, digital and three-dimensional imaging, a guide to image interpretation, and National Board Dental Hygiene Examination-style case scenarios. Written by noted educators Joen M. Iannucci and Laura Jansen Howerton, Elsevier's bestselling text on dental radiography prepares you for success in the classroom, on your CDA or NBDHE exam, and in clinical practice. Comprehensive coverage provides a solid foundation for the safe, effective use of radiation in the dental office. Step-by-step procedures support clear instructions with anatomical drawings, positioning photos, and radiographs, helping you confidently and accurately perform specific techniques and minimize radiation exposure to the patient. Application to Practice and Helpful Hint features highlight common clinical encounters and provide a checklist with the dos and don'ts of imaging procedures. Summary tables and boxes recap the key points of text discussions and serve as useful review and study tools. End-of-chapter quiz questions assess your understanding of important content. Evolve companion website supplements the print book with case studies, interactive exercises, review questions, and more. NEW! Expanded content addresses the areas of digital imaging, radiographic interpretation, dental materials, and dental X-ray equipment. NEW! Updated illustrations include detailed equipment photos and new photos of techniques. NEW! Procedure videos on the Evolve website demonstrate techniques used for intraoral exposures, and include an interactive Q&A on the video material. NEW! Canadian Content Corner on Evolve provides information specific to dental radiography in Canada.
Foundations of Periodontics for the Dental Hygienist by 
Fundamentals of Periodontal Instrumentation and Advanced Root Instrumentation by
Walking dental hygiene students step-by-step through the "how to"--not just the "what" and "why"--of using periodontal and root instruments, this 8th Edition of Jill Gehrig's definitive resource features new chapters, new online technique videos, updated coverage of the latest evidence-based techniques and equipment, and an expanded array of online teaching and learning resources.
General and Oral Pathology for Dental Hygiene Practice by 
Illustrated Anatomy of the Head and Neck by
Get the thorough understanding of head and neck anatomy needed to perform dental examinations and procedures! Illustrated Anatomy of the Head and Neck, 6th Edition provides complete coverage of oral biology and anatomy, with special emphasis on the anatomy of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Chapters are organized by body systems, and include coverage of the administration of local anesthesia and the spread of dental infection. Detailed images and a focus on clinical considerations make it easier to apply concepts to everyday dental practice. Written by noted educators Margaret J. Fehrenbach and Susan W. Herring, this book prepares you for success on certification exams and as a dental professional. Comprehensive, easy-to-understand coverage provides a solid foundation in head and neck anatomy with in-depth discussion of the TMJ, the spread of infection, and the anatomy of local anesthesia. About 400 full-color images include detailed and clearly labeled anatomic illustrations, skull photographs, and clinical images. Full-color format includes a clear depiction of the oral cavity and related gross anatomy. Key terminology is highlighted within the text and defined in a handy, back-of-book glossary. Expert authors Margaret J. Fehrenbach and Susan W. Herring provide knowledge that is useful in both classroom and clinical settings. Learning resources on the Evolve companion website reinforce your understanding with review questions and quizzes. NEW! Evidence-based research covers brain tissue layers and local anesthesia target areas. NEW! Coverage of the underlying relationship to patient systemic and oral conditions includes topics such as strokes, fractures, serious dental infections, and facial paralysis. NEW! Imaging techniques are updated with the latest protocols and guidelines. NEW! Clinical Considerations link more of the content to practical application. NEW! Easier-to-use pronunciation guide and updated structure mapping are tied to chapter objectives and to the CDA and NBDHE test blueprints. NEW! Student workbook reinforces learning with a wealth of practice opportunities such as review questions, identification exercises, case studies, and flash cards. Available separately.
Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy by
Get a clear picture of oral biology and the formation and study of dental structures. Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, & Anatomy, 5th Edition is the ideal introduction to one of the most foundational areas in the dental professions - understanding the development, cellular makeup, and physical anatomy of the head and neck regions. Written in a clear, reader-friendly style, this text makes it easy for you to understand both basic science and clinical applications - putting the content into the context of everyday dental practice. New for the fifth edition is evidence-based research on the dental placode, nerve core region, bleeding difficulties, silver diamine fluoride, and primary dentition occlusion. Plus, high-quality color renderings and clinical histographs and photomicrographs throughout the book, truly brings the material to life. UPDATED! Test Bank with cognitive leveling and mapping to the dental assisting and dental hygiene test blueprints. UPDATED! User-friendly pronunciation guide of terms ensures you learn the correct way to pronounce dental terminology. Comprehensive coverage includes all the content needed for an introduction to the developmental, histological, and anatomical foundations of oral health. Hundreds of full-color anatomical illustrations and clinical and microscopic photographs accompany text descriptions of anatomy and biology. Clinical Considerations boxes relate abstract-seeming biological concepts to everyday clinical practice. Key terms open each chapter, accompanied by phonetic pronunciations, and are highlighted within the text, and ag glossary provides a quick and handy review and research tool. Expert authors provide guidance and expertise related to advanced dental content. NEW! Evidence-based research thoroughly discusses the dental placode, nerve core region, bleeding difficulties, silver diamine fluoride, and primary dentition occlusion. NEW! Photomicrographs, histographs, and full-color illustrations throughout text helps bring the material to life. NEW! The latest periodontal insights include biologic width, gingival biotype, gingival crevicular fluid quantitative proteomics, clinical attachment level, AAP disease classification, and reactive oxygen species therapy. NEW! Expanded coverage of key topics includes figures on tongue formation, developmental disturbances, root morphology, and TMJ cone beam CT.
Oral Pathology for the Dental Hygienist by
Oral Pathology for the Dental Hygienist: With General Pathology Introductions, 8th Edition offers the most trusted general and oral pathology information that's tailored to the specific role and responsibilities of the dental hygienist, while reflecting the content on the national board exam. Authors Ibsen and Peters incorporate the ideal mix of clinical photographs, radiographs, and focused discussions to help you learn how to successfully identify, understand, evaluate, and document disease formations at the skeletal and cellular levels. Tailored content focuses on the role of the dental hygienist in oral health care. Trusted author team makes this a text you can rely on to provide authoritative coverage of oral pathology. Pathology synopsis tables provide at-a-glance summaries to help you focus on the most critical information for each lesion, disease, or condition. Learning objectives clearly define expected outcomes for each chapter. Vocabulary resources include key term listings with definitions and pronunciations and a back-of-book glossary for handy UPDATED! Art program includes the latest high-quality radiographs and color clinical photos. REVISED! Chapter review questions written in the same multiple-choice style and formats as the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination provide valuable study and review opportunities.
Wheeler's Dental Anatomy, Physiology and Occlusion by
Successfully learn to apply dental anatomy to the practice of dentistry with Wheeler's Dental Anatomy, Physiology, and Occlusion, 11th Edition. Updated and visually enhanced, the eleventh edition of this market-leading dental text expands its focus on clinical applications and includes dozens of online 360-degree and 3-D tooth animations to give you an unparalleled view of dentitions, pulp formation, the sequence of eruptions, and countless clinical considerations. Every text purchase also comes with access to the companion ExpertConsult website - where you can reference the entire text electronically as well as engage with a wealth of learning activities, animations, and hands-on resources to better understand and retain the information covered in your text. In all, this proven learning package offers all the up-to-date information, best practices, and tools to prepare you for the dental anatomy and occlusion section of the exams and ensure long-term clinical success. More than 800 full-color images include detailed, well-labeled anatomical illustrations as well as clinical photographs. Bolded key terms draw students' attention to essential terminology. Practical appendices include Review of Tooth Morphology with a concise review of tooth development from in utero to adolescence to adulthood; and Tooth Traits of the Permanent Dentition with tables for each tooth providing detailed information such as tooth notation, dimensions, position of proximal contacts, heights, and curvatures. 360-degree virtual reality and 3-D animations on Expert Consult help students refine their skills in tooth identification and examination. Step-by-step videos on Expert Consult demonstrate occlusal adjustments. Labeling exercises challenge students to identify tooth structures and facial anatomy with drag-and-drop labels. Chapter on clinical applications includes practical applications and case studies to prepare students for exams. Topics include root planing and scaling; extraction techniques and forces; relationship of fillings to pulp form and enamel form; and occlusal adjustment of premature occlusal contacts and arch form in relationship to bite splint designs. NEW! Learning objectives and pre-test questions at the start of every chapter focus students' attention on the knowledge and critical thinking expectations for each chapter. NEW! Full-color images have replaced many of the black and white images to give students a more vivid picture of clinical situations and procedures. NEW! Updated information incorporates new research and visuals to ensure students are equipped with the latest best practices. NEW! Access to the companion Expert Consult website includes hands-on exercises, animations, videos, quizzes, exams, and more to round out students' learning experience and help ensure their ability to apply book content.
Wilkins' Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist by
Each new print copy includes Navigate 2 Preferred Access that unlocks a comprehensive and interactive eBook, Navigate 2 TestPrep, student practice activities and assessments, a full suite of instructor resources, and learning analytics reporting tools.Staying true to Esther Wilkins' pioneering vision that made her best-selling text the "Bible" for dental hygienists, Wilkins' Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist, Thirteenth Edition progresses through crucial topics in dental hygiene in a straightforward format to ensure students develop the knowledge and skills they need for successful, evidence-based practice in today's rapidly changing oral health care environment.This cornerstone text, used in almost every dental hygiene education program in the country, has been meticulously updated by previous co-authors, Linda Boyd and Charlotte Wyche, and new co-author Lisa Mallonee to even better meet the needs of today's students and faculty, while reflecting the current state of practice in dental hygiene. Maintaining the hallmark outline format, the Thirteenth Edition continues to offer the breadth and depth necessary not only for foundation courses but for use throughout the entire dental hygiene curriculum.
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