Essentials Of Dental Radiography For Dental Assistants And Hygienists

For one/two-semester courses in Oral Radiology, and introductory and advanced courses in dental radiographic techniques. This easy-to-read text combines theory and basic application of dental radiography with practical hints for dental hygiene and dental assisting students. A clear writing style and emphasis on radiographic techniques make this text perfect for use in both the classroom and clinic.

This balanced text with a straight forward, clear link between theory and practice provides in depth, comprehensive information that is appropriate for an introductory course without overwhelming the student with unessential details. It prepares students for the board and licensing examinations and at the same time gives them the practical knowledge they need with case studies, procedure boxes and suggested lab activities that prepare students to apply theory to clinical practice and patient management. True to its title, this book speaks to both the dental assisting and dental hygiene student.

For courses in Dental Radiology. This text combines theory and basic application of dental radiography with practical hints for the dental hygiene and dental assisting student. A clear writing style and emphasis on radiographic techniques make this text perfect for use in both classroom and clinic.

For courses in oral radiography as part of programs for dental assistants and hygienists. Comprehensive coverage of the theoretical principles and practical skills needed to perform radiographic exams competently and safely This clear, up-to-date, student-friendly text tightly links oral radiology principles with modern practice. It presents all of the necessary information for introductory courses in dental radiography, prepares students for board and licensing examinations, and offers real-world resources for clinical practice and patient management. The book's nine sections take readers from radiation basics and the fundamentals of dental radiographic techniques, to management of special needs and an introduction to alternate imaging modalities. The 10th Edition of Essentials of Dental Radiography for Dental Assistants and Hygienists retains core fundamentals presented in earlier editions that focus on an in-depth study of key principles, while expanding and incorporating new concepts that reflect the body of knowledge and evidence-based practice advances that influence the prescription, delivery, and evaluation of radiographic examinations.

This edition provides both the fundamental theories of dental diagnosis and clinical procedures practised in the modern dental office. It offers an introduction to the art and science of producing and using X-rays. New chapters are on infection control, quality control and radiographs.