Modern Dental Assisting

Name: Modern Dental Assisting
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ISBN: 9780323624855

by Doni L. Bird, Debbie S. Robinson

13th Edition

Publisher: Saunders

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Print ISBN	9780323624855
eText ISBN	9780323674935
Publisher	Saunders
Publishing Year	2021
Edition	13th Edition
Language	English
Pages	1104

For more than four decades, aspiring dental professionals have turned to a single, definitive resource to launch their careers. Modern Dental Assisting 13th Edition represents the absolute pinnacle of this educational legacy, delivering the most up-to-date and trusted guidance available for today's rapidly evolving clinical environments. As dental offices integrate increasingly sophisticated technologies and adapt to modern patient demographics, mastering the multi-faceted role of the clinical assistant is more critical than ever. This newly revised volume addresses these contemporary shifts head-on, ensuring that students transition seamlessly from the classroom to their first professional roles with absolute confidence and a competitive edge in the job market.

Under the expert stewardship of Doni L. Bird and Debbie S. Robinson, this comprehensive textbook provides an incredibly thorough exploration of the dental assisting field. The authors structure the material to balance foundational scientific knowledge with hands-on clinical applications. Readers will explore crucial themes ranging from basic oral anatomy, embryology, and physiology to advanced specialty procedures, infection control protocols, and office administration. By blending rigorous academic theory with practical, real-world scenarios, the text offers a holistic perspective on how dental assistants function as vital, highly skilled members of the modern healthcare team. The authors' approachable writing style makes complex scientific concepts easy to grasp and apply in daily practice.

Designed for maximum student engagement, Modern Dental Assisting 13th Edition incorporates a wealth of pedagogical tools, including color-coded procedural guides, interactive case studies, and critical thinking questions that reinforce key concepts. This edition introduces crucial new content on cultural diversity, teledentistry, and emerging public health concerns to prepare students for the diverse patient populations they will serve. Educators worldwide adopt this text for its unparalleled visual program and comprehensive digital resources. Accessing the Modern Dental Assisting 13th Edition PDF allows students to study these vital clinical skills, anatomical renderings, and terminology lists on the go, making it an indispensable asset for modern dental education and long-term career success.

Chapter 1: History of Dentistry
Chapter 2: The Professional Dental Assistant
Chapter 3: The Dental Healthcare Team
Chapter 4: Dental Ethics
Chapter 5: Dentistry and the Law
Chapter 6: General Anatomy
Chapter 7: General Physiology
Chapter 8: Oral Embryology and Histology
Chapter 9: Head and Neck Anatomy
Chapter 10: Landmarks of the Face and Oral Cavity
Chapter 11: Overview of the Dentitions
Chapter 12: Tooth Morphology
Chapter 13: Dental Caries
Chapter 14: Periodontal Disease
Chapter 15: Preventive Dentistry
Chapter 16: Nutrition
Chapter 17: Oral Pathology
Chapter 18: Microbiology
Chapter 19: Disease Transmission and Infection Prevention
Chapter 20: Principles and Techniques of Disinfection
Chapter 21: Principles and Techniques of Instrument Processing and Sterilization
Chapter 22: Regulatory and Advisory Agencies
Chapter 23: Chemical and Waste Management
Chapter 24: Dental Unit Waterlines
Chapter 25: Ergonomics
Chapter 26: The Patient's Dental Record
Chapter 27: Vital Signs
Chapter 28: Oral Diagnosis and Treatment Planning
Chapter 29: The Special Needs and Medically Compromised Patient
Chapter 30: Principles of Pharmacology
Chapter 31: Assisting in a Medical Emergency
Chapter 32: The Dental Office
Chapter 33: Delivering Dental Care
Chapter 34: Dental Hand Instruments
Chapter 35: Dental Handpieces and Accessories
Chapter 36: Moisture Control
Chapter 37: Anesthesia and Pain Control
Chapter 38: Foundations of Radiography, Radiographic Equipment, and Radiologic Safety
Chapter 39: Dental Imaging, Dental Film, and Processing Radiographs
Chapter 40: Legal Issues, Quality Assurance, and Infection Prevention
Chapter 41: Intraoral Imaging
Chapter 42: Extraoral Imaging
Chapter 43: Restorative and Esthetic Dental Materials
Chapter 44: Dental Liners, Bases, and Bonding Systems
Chapter 45: Dental Cements
Chapter 46: Impression Materials and Techniques
Chapter 47: Laboratory Materials and Procedures
Chapter 48: General Dentistry
Chapter 49: Matrix Systems for Restorative Dentistry
Chapter 50: Fixed Prosthodontics
Chapter 51: Provisional Coverage
Chapter 52: Removable Prosthodontics
Chapter 53: Dental Implants
Chapter 54: Endodontics
Chapter 55: Periodontics
Chapter 56: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Chapter 57: Pediatric Dentistry
Chapter 58: Coronal Polishing
Chapter 59: Dental Sealants
Chapter 60: Orthodontics
Chapter 61: Communication in the Dental Office
Chapter 62: Business Operating Systems
Chapter 63: Financial Management in the Dental Office
Chapter 64: Marketing Your Skills

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: History of Dentistry
Chapter 2: The Professional Dental Assistant
Chapter 3: The Dental Healthcare Team
Chapter 4: Dental Ethics
Chapter 5: Dentistry and the Law
Chapter 6: General Anatomy
Chapter 7: General Physiology
Chapter 8: Oral Embryology and Histology
Chapter 9: Head and Neck Anatomy
Chapter 10: Landmarks of the Face and Oral Cavity
Chapter 11: Overview of the Dentitions
Chapter 12: Tooth Morphology
Chapter 13: Dental Caries
Chapter 14: Periodontal Disease
Chapter 15: Preventive Dentistry
Chapter 16: Nutrition
Chapter 17: Oral Pathology
Chapter 18: Microbiology
Chapter 19: Disease Transmission and Infection Prevention
Chapter 20: Principles and Techniques of Disinfection
Chapter 21: Principles and Techniques of Instrument Processing and Sterilization
Chapter 22: Regulatory and Advisory Agencies
Chapter 23: Chemical and Waste Management
Chapter 24: Dental Unit Waterlines
Chapter 25: Ergonomics
Chapter 26: The Patient's Dental Record
Chapter 27: Vital Signs
Chapter 28: Oral Diagnosis and Treatment Planning
Chapter 29: The Special Needs and Medically Compromised Patient
Chapter 30: Principles of Pharmacology
Chapter 31: Assisting in a Medical Emergency
Chapter 32: The Dental Office
Chapter 33: Delivering Dental Care
Chapter 34: Dental Hand Instruments
Chapter 35: Dental Handpieces and Accessories
Chapter 36: Moisture Control
Chapter 37: Anesthesia and Pain Control
Chapter 38: Foundations of Radiography, Radiographic Equipment, and Radiologic Safety
Chapter 39: Dental Imaging, Dental Film, and Processing Radiographs
Chapter 40: Legal Issues, Quality Assurance, and Infection Prevention
Chapter 41: Intraoral Imaging
Chapter 42: Extraoral Imaging
Chapter 43: Restorative and Esthetic Dental Materials
Chapter 44: Dental Liners, Bases, and Bonding Systems
Chapter 45: Dental Cements
Chapter 46: Impression Materials and Techniques
Chapter 47: Laboratory Materials and Procedures
Chapter 48: General Dentistry
Chapter 49: Matrix Systems for Restorative Dentistry
Chapter 50: Fixed Prosthodontics
Chapter 51: Provisional Coverage
Chapter 52: Removable Prosthodontics
Chapter 53: Dental Implants
Chapter 54: Endodontics
Chapter 55: Periodontics
Chapter 56: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Chapter 57: Pediatric Dentistry
Chapter 58: Coronal Polishing
Chapter 59: Dental Sealants
Chapter 60: Orthodontics
Chapter 61: Communication in the Dental Office
Chapter 62: Business Operating Systems
Chapter 63: Financial Management in the Dental Office
Chapter 64: Marketing Your Skills