Designed to give dental assistants and dental hygienists a solid understanding of the clinical use of dental materials, this outstanding new text covers critical topics and includes only the technical information related to the responsibilities of practicing dental assistants and hygienists. In user-friendly language, it discusses the dental material's chemical makeup, preparation, and safe handling. The practical focus shows readers how to mix, use, and apply dental materials, emphasizing their use in relation to the patient's course of treatment and the dental assistant's or hygienist's role in their application. A hands-on, illustrated approach to procedures explains how to perform each step, with rationales explaining why the step is necessary. A color insert demonstrates visual topics, such as the effect of bleaching on tooth coloration. Competency sheets at the end of the book enable readers to test their understanding of how to perform procedures and handle a variety of dental materials.

• Clear descriptions of how to mix and apply materials used in the dental office and lab delineate specifically what dental assistants and dental hygienists need to know on the job.
• Hands-on, step-by-step, illustrated procedures for many clinical and laboratory applications clearly demonstrate each step.
• Competency sheets for procedures assess the reader's skills and progress so they can readily identify weaknesses and practice to enhance their skills or prepare for examinations.
• Clinical Tips draw attention to important clinical treatment steps and offer easy-to-remember hints for more efficient care of patients and handling of materials.
• Caution highlights alert students to the dangers of hazardous materials and procedures, helping readers understand how to protect themselves, manage hazardous material, and remain aware but be at ease in a potentially dangerous situation.
• A color insert at the front of the book contains 11 full-color photographs essential to understanding certain visual topics, such as the color variations of teeth before and after bleaching.
• Topics for Discussion feature case-based critical thinking scenarios presented at the end of each chapter that can be used to faciliate classroom discussion or help readers develop their critical independent thinking.
• A resource appendix contains information on how to access various sources of related information in the print and electronic media, serving as an in-depth guide to the best sources of information on a subject.
• A conversion table appendix introduces readers to various types of measurements and their conversion to smaller increments or different types of measurement systems, mainly from the U.S. system to the metric system.
• Tables break down complex technical and scientific information, and chemical and mathematical properties of materials are simplified in easy-to-understand columns and rows, with user-friendly language.
• Boxes present essential information in short, clear, to-the-point lists with bullets or numbers, reinforcing and building on topics that have just been discussed.
• Key terms introduce and define new words to be found in the upcoming chapter to familiarize readers with key dental terms commonly used in discussing chapter material.
• Topics for Discussion present case-based scenarios that introduce dental practice scenarios related to the chapter topic, followed by pertinent questions to challenge readers' independent, creative, decision-making skills and illustrate possible ways to successfully approach and resolve a situation.
• Multiple-choice review questions at end of each chapter test the reader's understanding of the material and point out any specific areas of weakness for additional study.
• Chapter outlines and objectives introduce readers to what they will be expected to know after studying the upcoming chapters.
• A complete glossary of terms from all chapters are defined in alphabetical order so readers can easily look up any term at any time.
• A reference list at end of each chapter lists various sources of information relevant to each chapter for additional information about the principles and properties of the dental materials discussed.

Author: Carol Dixon Hatrick, W. Stephen Eakle, William F. Bird
Paperback:  400 pages
Company: Saunders  (2002-11-05)
ISBN: 0721685838
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This convenient, money-saving package is a must-have for students training for a career in dental assisting. It includes The Administrative Dental Assistant textbook and workbook. For further information on each individual product, please click on the link provided below.

Author: Linda Gaylor
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Company: Saunders  (2006-12-15)
ISBN: 1416025685
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This exam preparation review book enables those pursuing dental assisting professional careers to review relevant material through the use of interactive technology, thereby gaining practice, and allowing them to become familiar with the types of questions given on board examinations. Designed in an easy-to-use outline format followed by sample practice test questions with answers and rationales, this text has the added feature of a CD-ROM, and links to the Prentice Hall Website. Links to numerous dental sites serve as an additional resource, and allow access to libraries all over the world. Topics covered in this comprehensive practice book are: overview of the National Board Examinations with study tips; biomedical sciences; dental anatomy; preventive dentistry; chairside assisting; dental radiology; dental materials; infection control; occupational safety; medical emergencies; and dental practice management. Designed to act as a study guide for students preparing to take the National Board Exams and/or for dental assistants to use as an important reference tool.

Author: Emily Andujo
Paperback:  224 pages
Company: Prentice Hall  (2003-07-20)
ISBN: 0130883506
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SUCCESS! in Dental Assisting is the best preparation for the Dental Assisting National Board Examination. Closely matching the exam in terms of style and questions, it covers certification areas including: chairside assisting, dental materials, dental radiography, infection control, medical emergencies, dental office management, and comprehensive diagnosis/treatment planning and preventative dentistry. Also included are thousands of practice questions, a FREE CD-ROM, exam simulations with answers and rationales, and more. Dental Assisting Students.

Author: Carol Giaquinto, Roberta Albano
Paperback:  272 pages
Company: Prentice Hall  (2005-07-08)
ISBN: 0131184202
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This quick review is the perfect study tool for students preparing for the Certified Dental Assistant Examination. The book is divided into three components: Radiation Health & Safety; Infection control: and General Chairside. It includes six simulated practice tests for each component, as well as an additional comprehensive practice test combining all components of the certification exam. Each question is coded by content area, allowing students to assess their strengths and weaknesses. The enclosed study disk allows students to create multiple customized tests. Dental assisting students.

Author: Emily Andujo
Paperback:  266 pages
Company: Prentice Hall  (1998-01-15)
ISBN: 0838515266
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Dynamic, comprehensive, and user-friendly aptly describes the latest edition of Dental Assisting: A Comprehensive Approach. This best-selling text is specifically designed to help you prepare for and pass the DANB certification exam, as well as to manage the challenges of working in the modern day dental office. Prepare for your new profession with the latest information on HIPAA standards, cosmetic dentistry, and communication in the workplace. Open the companion software, an integral learning tool, which offers interaction and promises comprehension of all dental assisting areas.

Author: Donna J. Phinney, Judy H. Halstead
Hardcover:  1040 pages
Company: Delmar Cengage Learning  (2007-08-02)
ISBN: 1418048739
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Dental hygienists and dental assistants need to be aware of current accepted legal processes related to such issues as infection control, insurance, malpractice, liability, and negligence. LEGAL AND ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR DENTAL HYGIENISTS AND ASSISTANTS provides them with strong theoretical and philosophical information concerning the legal, ethical, and management dilemmas that face the entire dental health team. Real-life examples with expert commentary and follow-up questions illustrate legal situations the dental hygienist or assistant may face.

Author: Judith Ann Davison
Paperback:  378 pages
Company: Mosby  (2000-02-15)
ISBN: 1556644221
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An indispensable companion to the 2nd edition of The Administrative Dental Assistant, this workbook combines the key objectives and content of the textbook with challenging exercises, putting the information into a practical context. These exercises also work in conjunction with the tasks presented in the companion CD-ROM, making the Administrative Dental Assistant an even more accurate representation of the challenges that administrative dental assistants will encounter on the job. This new edition includes an interactive demo CD from leading software provider Dentrix.

• An interactive, networkable demo CD from Dentrix is included, allowing students to access Dentrix's leading practice management software to perform administrative dental assistant tasks exactly as they would be performed by professionals.
• Introductory paragraphs in every chapter outline content revisions and changes in the field, along with instructions for using corresponding elements of the Dentrix software.
• New and revised exercises include short answer, multiple choice, matching, fill in the blank, labeling, and fill-in form exercises drawing on the most current information as presented in the textbook.
• More than 100 new or colorized images reinforce key points and provide examples of important topics and procedures.
• Chapter objectives set learning goals for each chapter.
• Puzzles include crossword, word search, and word scramble puzzles for every chapter, challenging retention of key terms and concepts.
• Illustrations, charts, and graphs are based on corresponding chapters in the textbook, and reinforce the link between learning and real-world application.

Author: Linda Gaylor
Paperback:  160 pages
Company: Saunders  (2006-11-21)
ISBN: 1416025650
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The book is written in a step-by-step format that provides for maximum comprehension. It includes evaluation sheets, assignment sheets, post-tests, photos and illustrations to reinforce learning. Its competency based layout permits the reader to progress at his/her own rate. It gives the user more involvement with actual hands on training and shows what will be expected of them in their job as a dental assistant

Author: Charline M. Dofka
Paperback:  576 pages
Company: Delmar Cengage Learning  (1995-10-03)
ISBN: 082736685X
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Flashcard Secrets for the CDA General Chairside Exam study system uses repetitive methods of study to teach you how to break apart and quickly solve difficult test questions on the Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) Examination. Study after study has shown that repetition is the most effective form of learning, and nothing beats flashcards when it comes to making repetitive learning fun and fast. Our flashcards enable you to study small, digestible bits of information that are easy to learn and give you exposure to the different question types and concepts. Flashcard Secrets for the CDA General Chairside Exam covers: Premolars, Amalgam, Dental Rolls, Canines, Periodontitis, Enamel, Dentin, Periodontal Ligament, Universal/National System, Cavity Classification, TMJ Dysfunction, Vital Signs, Four-Handed Dentistry, Dental Anesthetics, Surfaces of the Teeth, Nitrous oxide, ANUG, Genial Tubercles, Abfraction, Sealants, Water Fluoridation, Special Trays, Waxes, Gingivitis, Anaphylactic Reaction, and much more...

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