A Consumers Guide To Dentistry

Utah-based dental educator and practitioner Christensen distinctly writes for the buyer and user of dental services, but his sales pitch is to dentists: he urges them to keep a copy in the reception room, instruct staff on how to use it, and supervise patients using it. Among the topics are choosing a dentist, controlling pain, implants, pediatric dentistry, periodontics, and preventing the need for dental treatment. The first edition appeared in 1994. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Written specifically for the dental patient, this resource provides practical information about dental health and treatment options. Readers can access easy-to-understand information about solutions to their dental problems and about how to maintain a healthy smile for life.

Selecting a dental insurance plan for your family can be a confusing experience. In A Consumer's Guide to Dental Insurance , Dr. Warren A. Brill outlines the steps you need to take in order to help maximize your family's dental health. The various types of dental plans are described in detail and the questions you need to ask when evaluating these plans are posed and answered. Many aspects of dentistry and dental treatment are discussed, including a glossary of technical dental terms that you need to know when reading your dental benefits package.

Almost half the people in the United states are missing one or more teeth. Sports injuries alone knock out another two million teeth every year. A reliable technology exists that can help many of these individuals recover from the disaster of tooth loss. No longer an experimental procedure, dental implants are now a dependable and effective way for people to return to their original state of wholeness - eating, speaking, and smiling without feeling self-conscious. Dr. Babbush describes the entire process in easy-to-understand language, complete with success stories and numerous photographs, X-rays and illustrations. Highly recommended..." - Library Journal "An upbeat, 'patient-friendly' guide... Full color photographs illustrate a quite practical discussion." - Midwest Book Review

Refresh, Restore, Replace. Dental implants can transform your life! Learn the latest options so you can make an informed decision and feel great about the way you smile. With many years of experience in the exciting field of implant dentistry, Dr. Williams has helped countless patients change the way they feel about dentistry, and most importantly gain their confidence and well-being back. In The Consumer's Guide to Dental Implants, you'll learn: Be in the know on which teeth to save and which to replace The #1 way you can save money on dental care What to do if you are terrified of the dentist The condition in 1/3 of adults that destroys teeth and implants, and how you can avoid it The different implant options available to you today The questions you should ask when considering an implant dentist Why now is the best time ever to explore implants and Cosmetic Dentistry How long you should expect your new implants to last Why "cheap" dentistry may cost you alot more in the long run How to know if you should consider other aspects of cosmetic dentistry such as clear braces, veneers, etc. Take a free self assessment of your smile Gain free access to bonuses and extras

HEALTH / DENTISTRY / REFERENCE. By being informed about 21st century dentistry, you could save thousands of dollars over a lifetime. This comprehensive guide will aid you in making dental decisions for feeling better, looking healthier, and achieving confidence with a beautiful smile that is priceless and affordable. Included are a glossary of terms, an index, and over 400 color photos and illustrations, many of which showing before-and-after results of treatment for children and adults with both common and unusual dental problems. This book is divided into four parts: Your First Concerns; Understanding & Selecting Treatment Choices; The Inner Workings of Dentistry; and Dentistry and Its Relationship to Total Health. After helping thousands of patients, Dr. Runkle finally shares his expertise to eliminate the fear and confusion about recurring dental issues.