- More than 750 high-quality photographs and illustrations include both full and close-up views to help quickly and accurately identify and differentiate dental instruments.
- Clear, two-page spreads include a photo of each instrument along with its name, functions, characteristics, practice notes, and sterilization, with chapters progressing from basic instruments to more specialized instruments.
- Flashcard-style format is perfect for self-quizzing on dental instruments and their uses.
- Pocket size, spiral binding, and Velcro® closure enable easy, on-the-go study and use.
- Practice Notes and Sterilization Notes summarize common tray setups as well as CDC regulations.
- Review activities on Evolve include chapter quizzes as well as tray setup questions and exercises.
Learn to identify and use more than 300 dental instruments! Dental Instruments: A Pocket Guide, 8th Edition makes it quick and easy for dental assistants and dental hygienists to master the instruments, equipment, and tray setups used in everyday practice. The book includes over 750 photographs and drawings of basic and specialty dental instruments, paired with monographs describing each instrument's characteristics, functions, order of use, and sterilization guidelines. With a spiral-bound, flashcard-style, flip-chart format, the book also makes it easy to review key information and to assess your knowledge. Dental Instruments is the perfect guide both for study and for chairside reference!
Key Features
- EXPANDED! Photos and illustrations show the instrument or equipment in use within the context of dental care, also emphasizing updates in emerging technologies, infection control, implants, and orthodontics.
- More than 750 high-quality photographs and illustrations include both full and close-up views to help quickly and accurately identify and differentiate dental instruments.
- Clear, two-page spreads include a photo of each instrument along with its name, functions, characteristics, practice notes, and sterilization, with chapters progressing from basic instruments to more specialized instruments.
- Flashcard-style format is perfect for self-quizzing on dental instruments and their uses.
- Pocket size, spiral binding, and Velcro® closure enable easy, on-the-go study and use.
- Practice Notes and Sterilization Notes summarize common tray setups as well as CDC recommendations.
- Student review activities on Evolve include chapter quizzes as well as tray setup questions and exercises.
| ISBN | 9780323873901 |
|---|---|
| Product Format | Book |
| Publication Date | 2023 |
| Author Information | By Linda Bartolomucci Boyd, CDA, RDA, BA, Program Coordinator Registered Dental Assisting Program, Diablo Valley College, Pleasant Hill, CA |
| Table of Content | 1. Basic Dental Instruments 2. Enamel Cutting Instruments 3. Local Anesthetic Components and Nitrous Oxide Sedation 4. Evacuation Devices, Air/Water Syringe Tip, and Dental Unit 5. Dental Handpieces 6. Burs and Rotary Attachments for Handpieces 7. Dental Dam Instruments 8. Amalgam Restorative Instruments 9. Composite Restorative Instruments 10. Fixed Prosthodontics Restorative Instruments 11. Endodontic Instruments 12. Hygiene Instruments 13. Preventive and Sealant Instruments and Whitening Trays 14. Orthodontic Instruments 15. Universal Surgical Instruments 16. Periodontal Instruments and Periodontal Surgical Instruments 17. Oral Surgery Extraction Instruments and Dental Implants 18. Sterilization and Protective Equipment 19. Dental Materials Equipment 20. Dental Imaging and Diagnostic Equipment 21. Vital Signs and Beyond Index |
| Publication Date | 19-05-2023 |
| Pages | 780 |
| Trim | 187 x 111 (4 3/8 x 7 3/8) |
| Stock Status | In Stock |
| deltacomm1code | Books |
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