Essentials of Dental Assisting
By- Debbie Robinson, CDA, MS, Visiting Research Scholar, Department of Operative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC
- Doni Bird, CDA, RDH, MA, Director of Allied Dental Education, Santa Rosa Junior College, Santa Rosa, CA
Fully updated to include the latest procedures and trends, this practical resource focuses on the core clinical skills and knowledge you need to become a practicing dental assistant. The concise, full-color text has been specifically designed and written to help you easily grasp important DA information. And step-by-step procedures, application exercises, and a wealth of pedagogical aids ensure that you master all the necessary skills.
Paperback, 520 Pages
Published: October 2012
Imprint: Saunders
ISBN: 978-1-4377-0423-5
Contents
- PART 1: The Profession
- Introduction to Dental Assisting
- Professional and Legal Aspects of Dental Assisting
PART 2: The Sciences - Anatomy and Physiology
- Dental Anatomy
PART 3: Infection Prevention and Hazardous Materials - Disease Transmission
- Infection Control and Management of Hazardous Materials
- Surface Disinfection and Treatment Room Preparation
- Instrument Processing
PART 4: Dental Treatment - Clinical Dentistry
- Moisture Control
PART 5: Patient Care - The Dental Patient
- The Dental Examination
- Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office
- Pain and Anxiety Control
PART 6: Dental Imaging - Radiation Safety and Production of X-Rays
- Oral Radiography
PART 7: Preventive Dentistry - Preventive Care
- Coronal Polishing and Dental Sealants
PART 8: Restorative Dentistry - Instruments, Handpieces, and Accessories
- Restorative Materials
- Restorative Procedures
- Impression Materials and Laboratory Procedures
- Prosthodontics
PART 9: Specialized Dentistry - Periodontics
- Endodontics
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Orthodontics
PART 10: Preparation for Employment - The Job Search
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