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For courses in periodontics (dental hygiene).   The trusted guide to clinical periodontics.   Comprehensive Periodontics for the Dental Hygienist, 4/e provides concise coverage of the foundations of periodontics. This text is a helpful introduction for dental hygiene students and a valuable resource for practicing hygienists. Coverage includes the clinical aspects of periodontics, including surgical and nonsurgical procedures, and presents material in a clear and accessible format. Anchored in evidence-based learning, chapters provide simple explanations of many of the complexities of the dental disease process and provide clear links to practical aspects of therapy.   Teaching and Learning Experience   This text offers a clear and accessible introduction to periodontics. It provides: Clear links between theory and practice: Discussions and textbook features help readers connect chapter material to real applications. Preparation for national board exams: Resources follow the content and format of national board exams. Effective learning resources: Numerous references and review tools helps students truly master chapter material.

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Author:   Mea Weinberg ,  Cheryl Theile ,  Stuart Froum ,  Stuart Segelnick
Publisher:   Pearson Education (US)
Imprint:   Pearson
Edition:   4th edition
Dimensions:   Width: 22.00cm , Height: 1.70cm , Length: 28.00cm
Weight:   0.900kg
ISBN:  

9780133077728

ISBN 10:   0133077721
Pages:   504
Publication Date:   24 February 2014
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available To Order  
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Table of Contents

PART I—Periodontal Diseases: Introduction and Background  1         Anatomy of the Periodontal Structures: The Healthy State      2         Epidemiology of Periodontal Diseases      PART II—Periodontal Diseases: Etiology  3         Dental Biofilm: Microbiology of the Periodontium in Health and Disease      4         Bacterial and the Host Response: Inflammatory and Immunology Fundamentals      5         Local Contributory Factors for Periodontal Diseases      6         The Oral-Systemic Disease Connection      PART III—Periodontal Diseases: Classification     7         Gingival Diseases      8         Periodontitis and Other Periodontal Conditions      9         Necrotizing Periodontal Diseases      10        Occlusal Trauma     11        Acute Periodontal Conditions   PART IV—Periodontal Diseases: The Assessment Phase            12        Dental Hygiene Process of Care for the Patient with Periodontal Disease     13        Patient History     14        Clinical Examination: Extraoral/Intraoral Examination and Dental Evaluation   15        Clinical Examination: Gingival Assessment     16        Clinical Examination: Periodontal Assessment     17        Radiographic Assessment     18        Advances in Diagnostic Testing for Periodontal Diseases      PART V—Periodontal Diseases: Treatment Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation Phase 19        Problem and Evidence-Based Treatment Planning     20        Oral Hygiene for the Periodontal Patient: Beyond the Basics     21        Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy 22        Periodontal Maintenance Therapy 23        Topical Drug Delivery Systems 24        Systemic and Local Drug Delivery Systems: Systemic Antibiotics, Local Drug Devices, and Enzyme Suppression Therapy     25        Principles of Periodontal Surgery: Gingivectomy, Osseous Resection, and Periodontal Plastic Surgery     26        Principles of Periodontal Surgery: Periodontal Regeneration     27        Implantology      PART VI 28        Case Studies     Appendices    A         Periodontal Information Resources    B         Reading the Literature     C         Antibiotic Prophylaxis     D         Smoking Cessation

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