**Selected for Doody’s Core Titles® 2024 with "Essential Purchase" designation in Dental Hygiene & Auxiliaries**Learn the safe use of local anesthesia with the only book written specifically for dental hygienists! Local Anesthesia for the Dental Hygienist, 3rd Edition provides a complete guide to pharmacology and anesthetic techniques, helping you learn procedures before you work with actual patients. Detailed drawings show dental anatomy and full-color photos illustrate specific injection techniques; case studies let you apply your knowledge to clinical practice. The Evolve website includes procedure videos and prepares you for success on board exams with practice questions and a mock licensure exam. Writing in a warm, humanistic style, dental hygiene educator Demetra Logothetis will allay any fears you may have in working with local and topical anesthetics.Clear, approachable writing style makes it easier to learn proper techniques and gain confidence, acknowledging not only the patient’s fear of injection but also the fears of the inexperienced clinician. More than 400 full-color photographs and illustrations show techniques, procedures, and instruments. Procedures boxes provide illustrated, step-by-step instructions for performing specific procedures, including indications, contraindications, nerves and teeth affected, operator and patient positioning, insertion point, penetration, amount of anesthetic, and working time.Case studies make it easier to apply concepts to the clinical setting and to develop problem-solving skills.Review questions at the end of each chapter provide the opportunity to assess your understanding, and the Evolve website provides chapter practice quizzes and a 55-question mock examination. Dental Hygiene Considerations boxes summarize key points and tips for optimal care.Expert author Demetra Logothetis is an educator with more than 20 years of experience teaching local anesthesia administration for dental hygienists.Key terms are highlighted within the text and defined in the glossary.NEW! Updated information is provided on local anesthesia guidelines.NEW! Videos of 15 local anesthesia procedures on the Evolve website demonstrate how to perform procedures.NEW! Updated clinical photos are added to show examples of both proper and improper technique.NEW! Updated case studies, procedure boxes, and multiple-choice review questions allow you to measure your progress. Read more

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**Selected for Doody’s Core Titles® 2024 with "Essential Purchase" designation in Dental Hygiene & Auxiliaries**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. Read more

With a comprehensive and student-friendly format, Foundations of Periodontics for the Dental Hygienist, Sixth Edition equips dental hygiene students with modern, evidence-based coverage of periodontal anatomy, the periodontal disease process, and classification of periodontal disease. Using an easy-to-follow, detailed outline format, leading experts in the field provide readers with an accessible account of the complex subject of periodontics. Rich with engaging features and student resources, the Sixth Edition has been revised and updated throughout to reflect the hygienist's increasingly important role in periodontal therapy, while detailing how students can confidently apply what they have learned to clinical patient care. Read more

Easily master all aspects of dental assisting with the most up-to-date and most trusted text available. For more than 40 years, students and practitioners alike have relied on Modern Dental Assisting for its cutting-edge content, easy-to-grasp writing style, step-by-step procedures, and top-notch visuals. And the new 13th edition is no exception. With updated content ― including the latest technological advancements, clinical photographs, and new coverage on cultural diversity and how it relates to patient care ― this new edition will guide you from your first day of class all the way to your first job in dental assisting.UNIQUE! Trusted expert authors Doni Bird and Debbie Robinson present information and procedures in a way that makes it easy for students to understand and apply the material.Comprehensive, cutting-edge content is presented in approachable writing style.Step-by-step procedures for general and expanded functions use color coding and clinical photos to demonstrate key dental assisting competencies.70 procedural videos include questions and answers correlated to the chapter procedures with closed-captioning in English and Spanish and audio narration in English.UNIQUE! Interactive Dental Office programprovides in-depth case studies integrated with periodontal charting, radiographic mounting, and more.Dentrix practice management software on Evolveenables students to work with patient data much like they will in the office environment.Recall and Critical Thinking questions in each chapter provide opportunities for practice and application.Feature boxes on infection control and CDC practice, patient education, and law and ethics summarize recommendations and key applications in practice.Key terminology list helps students better comprehend the chapter and how the information applies to dentistry practice.Learning and performance outcomes set goals for what students will accomplish and serve as checkpoints for comprehension and skills mastery.NEW! Information on cultural diversity grounds students in this important topic and how it relates to patient care and patient communication.UPDATED! art program provides vivid original renderings of dental anatomy tooth morphology and dental imaging, along with improved photos of the latest products, equipment, and instruments.NEW! Coverage of the latest advances in general and specialty dental care covers technological advancements, public health and access to care, teledentistry, infection control guidelines, the Zika virus, Ebola, the oral-systemic health connection, and more.NEW! Updated critical thinking and recall questions challenge students and provide recollection skills. Read more

The only product of its kind focused specifically on nitrous oxide and oxygen sedation (N2O/O2), Handbook of Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Sedation, 5th Edition, is ideal in educational and clinical settings. This portable text features a user-friendly outline format that is easy to digest, along with summary tables and boxes, clear illustrations, step-by-step techniques with photos, and review questions and critical thinking exercises ― right when and where you need it. The 5th edition of this chairside reference includes new content on industry best practices along with efficacy in comparison to other methods of sedation. Now with new and updated artwork, this unique text continues to be the resource for students, instructors, and practitioners alike.UNIQUE! Coverage of the latest in N2O/O2 sedation ensures that you are up to date on current issues, techniques, and equipment.Comprehensive coverage with the convenience and portability of a handbook equips a dental team member with all the background, technique, recovery, and additional information necessary to administer and monitor N2O/O2 sedation.Easy-to-use presentation utilizes a standard outline style that facilitates knowledge acquisition and provides a quick reference for consultation or chairside reference.Step-by-step techniques equip you with detailed guidance on how to best perform techniques to help you gain confidence and easily review procedures.End-of-chapter review questions and answers support your educational needs when preparing for board and clinical exams.FAQs supplied in an entire chapter devoted to commonly asked questions and answers regarding N2O/O2 sedation offers an excellent resource for patient education.Patient forms and samples offer easy-to-understand samples that support visual learners and serve as useful review and Expert multidisciplinary author team encompasses a breadth of experience in practice and a passion for education, ensuring you are learning the best content from the best teachers.NEW! Content covering best practices includes pediatrics and labor, patient and operator safety, and efficacy in comparison to other sedation methods. NEW! Mock exam featuring 75 multiple-choice questions helps you prepare for the classroom and boards.NEW! Artwork, including photos of the latest equipment and clinical techniques enhances your learning experience. Read more

Wilkins' Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist, Fourteenth 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 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 Fourteenth Edition continues to offer the breadth and depth of coverage necessary not only for foundation courses bur for use throughout the entire dental hygiene curriculum.The workbook is now included in Navigate Premier Access! The engaging workbook reinforces important concepts of the main text and provides hands-on exercises that put those concepts into practice. Read more

Offering the most realistic NBDHE review and practice available, Mosby's Review Questions for the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination includes both a print book and companion website to prepare you for exam success. In the book, you’ll review with more than 1,250 Component A practice questions ― with each answer including a rationale for both correct and incorrect answer options. Online, you can review the same questions plus an additional 420 case-based items related to Component B in 1) practice mode or 2) timed, exam-simulation mode with randomized tests that match the number and distribution of questions on the NBDHE. From a team of dental hygiene experts including lead editor Barbara Bennett, this Q&A resource is an excellent supplement to any NBDHE content review book!More than 1,680 multiple-choice questions provide comprehensive practice spanning the entire NBDHE, with 1,250+ items relating to Component A ― more than six times the number of questions on the actual exam! ― and 420 case-based questions related to Component B.Rationales accompany each question, fully explaining why each answer choice is either correct or incorrect and thus serving as secondary content review.Distribution of questions matches each category on the NBDHE test specifications, ensuring that you have adequate practice for each content area.An Evolve companion website includes all 1,250+ questions from the book plus additional case studies with color images and accompanying questions, available either in practice mode with instant feedback or in exam-simulation format with results and feedback provided at the end of the exam.A test creator and timer on Evolve generates NBDHE-style tests that mimic the number and distribution of questions on the NBDHE and also provides realistic practice with time management during the exam.16 detailed case studies on Evolve, each of which includes a patient medical/dental history, completed periodontal chart, oral radiographs, clinical photographs, and 20-35 multiple-choice questions for patients in the five main categories covered on the NBDHE (adult periodontitis, pediatric, geriatric, special needs, and medically compromised).References to text sources make it easy to review or find more information on specific topics. Read more

**Selected for Doody’s Core Titles® 2024 in Dental Hygiene & Auxiliaries**Easily master all aspects of dental assisting with the most up-to-date and trusted text available. For more than 45 years, students and practitioners alike have relied on Modern Dental Assisting for its cutting-edge content, easy-to-grasp writing style, step-by-step procedures, and top-notch visuals. And the new 14th edition is no exception. With updated content ― including the latest technological advancements, clinical photographs, and coverage of cultural diversity and how it relates to patient care ― this new edition will guide you from your first day of class all the way to your first job in dental assisting.Comprehensive, cutting-edge content presented in an approachable writing style aids comprehension.Step-by-step procedures for general and expanded functions include helpful color-coding and photos.Chapter features include recall questions throughout; boxes on infection control and CDC practices; and end-of-chapter elements regarding patient education, law and ethics, future trends, and critical thinking.Key terminology list offers definitions, visual highlights within chapter discussions, and an alphabetized list in the glossary with cross-references to chapter locations.Learning and performance outcomes address didactic knowledge and clinical skills mastery.NEW! Expanded coverage of digital technology topics in general dentistry and dental specialties prepares you to work in modern dental settings.NEW! Additional illustrations enhance an already stellar art program, with more than 1,700 images.NEW! Consistent chapter organization with modernized learning outcomes help you understand important topics more easily.UPDATED! Dentrix Learning Edition based on Dentrix G7.3, available for download on the companion Evolve website, gives you experience working with practice management software.UPDATED! Revised Dentrix exercises on the Evolve companion website correlate with the updated Dentrix Learning Edition software. Read more

The fundamental rule to apply in all coding situations is “code for what you do.” The CDT 2025 Coding Companion can help you do just that by walking staff through the steps needed to complete detailed patient records and submit accurate claims. This instructional text features more than 200 coding scenarios to provide you with step-by-step examples for how to code different cases and treatments. It includes examples of how to use new and revised codes, so even a seasoned coder can benefit from this 2025 edition. For less experienced coding staff, the CDT 2025 Coding Companion takes the stress out of coding with more than 270 questions and answers to help prepare for any coding situation. Written by dental coding experts Read more

**Selected for Doody’s Core Titles® 2024 in Dental Hygiene & Auxiliaries**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 andpronunciations and a back-of-book glossary for handyUPDATED! 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. Read more

Learn to prevent, recognize, and manage complications of local anesthesia administration. Written by Dr. Stanley Malamed, the leading expert on anesthesia in dentistry, the Handbook of Local Anesthesia, 7th Edition covers all the latest advances in science, instrumentation, and pain control techniques. From basic concepts to specific injection techniques, from dosage charts to the proper care and handling of equipment, this how-to guide provides in-depth, full-color coverage of key anesthesia topics, including specific hazards and errors in technique that may result in complications. Recognized as THE local anesthesia textbook in dentistry for over 30 years, the seventh edition has been thoroughly updated with the latest in safe anesthesia practices in dentistry.Written by Dr. Stanley Malamed, one of the most in-demand and globally recognized experts on dental anesthesia and sedation.Full-color photographs and line drawings enhance important points throughout book.Step-by-step procedures cover the techniques for administering intraoral anesthesia. Detailed descriptions of routes of anesthesia administration included throughout text. Logical Organization of content divides book into four parts including –Drugs, The Armamentarium, Techniques of Regional Anesthesia in Dentistry, and Complications, Legal Considerations, Questions, and the FutureNEW! Updated and enhanced content throughout reflects latest research evidence.NEW! Two added chapters coverproblems in achieving pain control and their solutions; and recent advances in local anesthesia. NEW! Addition of an Expert Consult Site allows you to search the entire book electronically. Read more

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. Read more

The acclaimed masterwork of dermatology --- reinvented by an all new editorial teamA Doody's Core Title for 2022!For nearly half a century Fitzpatrick’s has been recognized worldwide as the field of dermatology’s cornerstone text. This trusted classic covers all of the essentials, from the basic science of the skin to the day-to-day clinical issues of managing common skin disorders. Backed by the expertise of more than 500 world-renowned contributors, it is the reference of choice for clinicians, students, and educators. Fitzpatrick’s skillful blending of science and clinical medicine is matched only by its scope, level of detail, and quality of presentation.The Ninth Edition continues this tradition of excellence with sweeping changes designed to make it even more relevant to today’s practice and education. The ALL-NEW Fitzpatrick’s:New editors diverse in expertise and international in location of practice have endeavored to build on the achievements of previous editions, while providing fresh insight into the content and new thinking regarding optimal structure of the bookReorganized and updated content – important general basic science concepts are extensively covered in dedicated chapters appearing at the beginning of the book, allowing subsequent clinical chapters to focus on relevant disease-specific pathophysiology, in addition to clinical features, diagnosis, clinical course, and managementUnmatched visual presentation includes more than 3,000 illustrations, including more than 2,700 full-color photographs; all tables and At-a-Glance boxes are either new or completely revisedAn improved index to speed you to the information you require about a concept, condition, or therapy Read more

This book uses an interdisciplinary approach to explain the origin of and possible solutions to many different occlusal problems. Dr. Peter E. Dawson guides the reader along the way providing balanced explanations of theory and technique. He also debunks many popular misconceptions through practical discussion of their origins and the deficiencies of the arguments behind them. Different sides of many philosophies are presented while guiding the reader to the most functional and esthetic solution to various occlusal situations. Hundreds of full-color photographs, illustrations, and diagrams show aspects of the masticatory system, the epidemiology of occlusal problems, and procedures for finding the ideal occlusion. Whether the reader is a general dentist or a specialist, they will find this book applicable to their treatment methods and philosophies.OUTSTANDING FEATURESSpecial atlas sections break down complex information accompanied by descriptive diagrams and photographs to further explain sources of occlusal disorders and related pain.Hundreds of full-color photographs and illustrations show problems and procedures.Procedure boxes offer step-by-step explanations of specific procedures.Important Considerations boxes in the Treatment chapters outline treatment plans and describe what is to be accomplished.Programmed treatment planning, a specific process that guides a clinician through every step for solving even the most complex restorative or esthetic challenge.The role of TMJs and occlusion in "everyday" dentistry.The role of occlusion in orofacial pain and TMD, and in anterior esthetics.Simplified occlusal equilibration and how to explain this process to patients.The functional matrix concept for exceptional, foolproof smile design.The five options for occlusal correction and how to apply them to practice.Use and abuse of occlusal sprints.Coordinating occlusal treatment with specialists for a fully interdisciplinary approach.Specific criteria for success and how to test for each. Read more

Newly revised and updated, Fundamentals of Periodontal Instrumentation and Advanced Root Instrumentation, Ninth Edition is an instructional guide to periodontal instrumentation that takes students from the basic skills––patient positioning, intraoral finger rests, and basic instrumentation––to advanced techniques––assessment of periodontal patients and instrumentation of the root branches of multirooted teeth, root concavities, and furcation areas. The overarching instructional goal of the text is to simplify the teaching and learning process for both educators and students. The Ninth Edition retains the many features that have positioned it as a market-leading text on periodontal instrumentation. It adds new features and a content organization designed to enhance student outcomes. Read more

**Selected for Doody’s Core Titles® 2024 with "Essential Purchase" designation in Dentistry**Covering both emerging and proven techniques in this dynamic area of oral health, Management of Temporomandibular Disorders and Occlusion, 8th Edition is the only textbook that guides you from basic anatomy and function to providing solutions to many common occlusal and TMD problems. Clear descriptions and a new full-color design promote a complete understanding of normal, abnormal, and dysfunctional occlusal relationships and masticatory function and dysfunction. A recognized industry-standard, this book's conservative, cost-effective approach, helps you learn how to achieve treatment goals while keeping the best interests of your patients in mind.Globally recognize TMD expert author Jeff Okeson details the most current and effective solutions around.Evidence-Based Practice focushelps you toput the information and techniques in this book into practice to better the lives and relieve the suffering of your patients. Logical organization of content includes functional anatomy, etiology and identification of disturbances, treatment of disturbances, and occlusal therapy.Full-color design provides more vivid clinical photos and illustrations.Robust Art Program allows you to fully understand normal occlusion and masticatory function and learn to recognize and help manage abnormalities in these areas.Clinical Comment boxes give you critical thinking points and instructions on how to apply these to everyday clinical practice.NEW! Updated content includes enhanced research evidence.NEW! Clinical Photo Updates in Examination Chapter differentiate and strengthen images from the current edition.NEW! Addition of Expert Consult Sitefurthers your understanding of treatment goals and outcomes. Read more

Your one-stop review for the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE), Mosby's Comprehensive Review of Dental Hygiene, 7th Edition is the most trusted review and study tool on the market. A total of 2,500 review questions including four online timed practice exams -- all with answers and rationales for remediation -- make this book stand out as a student favorite. Already known for its in-depth coverage, an easy-to-use outline format, and expert authorship, this review parallels the NBDHE with case studies, the "testlet" format for community health and research content, an emphasis on computer-based testing, and coverage of dynamic areas such as infection control and local anesthesia administration. Expert author Michele Darby provides the NBDHE review tool you cannot afford to be without!A comprehensive review includes all the necessary content for the NBDHE, with 2,500 review questions including four simulated exams.A logical organization covers the three main areas of the NBDHE: (1) the scientific basis for dental hygiene practice, (2) the provision of clinical dental hygiene services, and (3) community health and research principles.NBDHE-style review questions offer practice and self-assessment relating to key content.A new 350-question examination complete with Components A and B mimics the format of the NBDHE and is included in the back of the book and on the companion Evolve website; it provides answers, rationales, and a timer function.Three additional timed simulated practice examinations are provided on the companion website for additional test-taking experience.Case-based questions prepare you for the case studies and scenarios emphasized on the NBDHE.An outline format allows for easy review and study.Illustrations, diagrams, clinical photographs, and radiographs help in recognizing suspected pathologic processes and interpreting radiographs.Tables and boxes summarize concepts and procedures.Unique! Website tables in each chapter provide a quick reference to key sites for further research and study.Expert authors are leading educators, researchers, and practitioners, each of whom has an in-depth knowledge of what it takes to succeed on the NBDHE.1,450 NEW practice questions are added to this edition for a more complete review.Updated content reflects changes and advances in areas such as infection control, pharmacology, digital imaging, and local anesthesia administration.Expanded case studies promote critical thinking and provide practice with the complex cases that make up Component B of the examination.NEW full-color photographs, illustrations, and radiographs accurately represent dental conditions.Labeling and identification exercises are included, with electronic flashcards for added vocabulary practice. Read more

A practical, "how-to" guide to safe anesthesia practices in dentistry, Handbook of Local Anesthesia, 6th Edition covers all the latest advances in science, instrumentation, and pain control techniques. From basic concepts to specific injection techniques, from dosage charts to the proper care and handling of equipment, this book provides in-depth, full-color coverage of key anesthesia topics, including specific hazards and errors in technique that may result in complications. Written by Dr. Stanley Malamed, dentistry's leading expert on this subject, Handbook of Local Anesthesia is a valuable reference that will help you prevent, recognize, and manage complications of local anesthesia administration.Videos on an available companion DVD (sold separately) are narrated by Dr. Stanley Malamed, covering topics such as local anesthetic agents, anesthetic injection techniques, potential complications, and risk management. Full-color photographs and line drawings are included throughout the book. In-depth discussions cover the anesthetic agents used in dentistry, along with their clinical actions.Routes of administration are described for all anesthetics. The proper care and handling of equipment is addressed, along with the problems that may be encountered.Requirements for pain control and local anesthesia within various dental specialties are included.Comprehensive information on Articaine is included, a local anesthetic that is gaining widespread use in the United States.Numerous boxes and tables provide a quick reference and comparison of techniques, drugs, and dosages.Dosage charts, injection techniques, information on duration of action, and contraindications for local anesthetics are included at the end of the book for quick reference.Updated discussions of the armamentarium needed to succeed in local anesthesia delivery reflect the latest available drugs and devices.Updated discussions of the techniques needed to provide successful pain control.Updated step-by-step procedures cover the techniques for administering intraoral anesthesia.The latest advances in science, technology, and pain control techniques are covered. Read more

Known for its top-notch artwork and readable writing style, Illustrated Anatomy of the Head and Neck, 5th Edition, provides student dental professionals with complete coverage of head and neck anatomy, plus detailed discussions of the temporomandibular joint and its role in dental health, the anatomy of local anesthesia, and the spread of dental infection. Chapters are organized by anatomical systems of study and include expanded review questions that help prepare you for classroom and board examinations. Combine this new edition with its companion title, Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy, and you will have a solid foundation of basic scientific knowledge that ties to everyday clinical dental practice.Identification exercises at the end of each chapter ask you to label the different structures to test your knowledge of anatomy.Multiple-choice review questions end each chapter and prepare you for board examinations.Comprehensive coverage provides a solid foundation in head and neck anatomy, with an in-depth discussion of the TMJ and its role in dental health, plus additional material on the anatomy of local anesthesia and the spread of dental infection.Conversational writing style ensures that you easily comprehend complex anatomy and clinical application.Chapters are organized by anatomical systems of study so that discussions progress logically from overviews of the area to the specifics related to the head and neck, providing a solid foundation for learning.Detailed anatomical illustrations and clear, colorful photographs show models and patients within a clinical setting to support text descriptions and help ensure comprehension.Award-winning and trusted author Margaret Fehrenbach curates cutting-edge content and the latest evidence-based information.Key terms and their phonetic pronunciations are highlighted within the chapter and defined in a back-of-book glossary.A how-to appendix with accompanying photos shows you the steps to perform extraoral and intraoral patient examinations.Learning objectives open each chapter with goals to be accomplished, and serve as checkpoints for comprehension, skills mastery, and exam preparedness. Read more