Main description:

Packed with step-by-step instructions and practical examples, Singhal/Kantz/Phinney/Halstead's DENTAL ASSISTING: A COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH, 6th Edition, is a one-stop resource for dental assistants in training. This all-inclusive text and product suite for dental assisting programs is written to encompass CODA accreditation standards and DANB certification competencies. Thoroughly updated, content covers basic and advanced clinical skills along with the latest information on key practices and procedures, equipment, and patient and employee safety standards. Icons highlight topics related to infection control, safety and legal issues, while Patient Dialogue, Documentation and Profession Encounters features give students insights into real-world practice. MindTap personalizes learning for students through multimedia and digital tools while equipping instructors with unrivaled support.

Contents:

0. The Language of Dentistry.
1. Introduction to the Dental Profession.
2. Psychology, Communication, and Multicultural Interaction.
3. Ethics, Jurisprudence, and Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
4. General Anatomy and Physiology.
5. Head and Neck Anatomy.
6. Landmarks of the Face and Oral Cavity.
7. Embryology and Histology.
8. Dental Anatomy.
9. Oral Pathology.
10. Microbiology.
11. Infection Control.
12. Management of Hazardous Materials.
13. The Special Needs and Medically Compromised Patient.
14. Pharmacology.
15. Prevention and Management of Emergencies.
16. Oral Health and Preventive Techniques.
17. Nutrition.
18. The Dental Office.
19. Dental Instruments and Tray Systems.
20. Ergonomics and Instrument Transfer.
21. Moisture Control.
22. New Patient Examination.
23. Anesthesia and Sedation.
24. Dental Prophylaxis and Recare Appointment.
25. Coronal Polishing and Fluoride Application.
26. Dental Sealants.
27. Dental Radiographic Equipment and Safety Protection.
28. Production and Evaluation of Dental Radiographs.
29. Extraoral Radiography, Digital Radiography and Radiographic Interpretation.
30. Dental Emergency Procedures and Dental Cements.
31. Amalgam Procedures and Materials.
32. Composite Procedures and Materials.
33. Dental Laboratory Materials.
34. Pediatric Dentistry.
35. Orthodontics.
36. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
37. Endodontics.
38. Periodontics.
39. Dental Implants.
40. Fixed Prosthodontics.
41. Computerized Impression and Restorative Systems.
42. Removable Prosthodontics.
43. Cosmetic Dentistry and Teeth Whitening.
44. Dental Practice Management.
45. Employment Strategies.