Dental Materials: Clinical Application for Dental Assistants and Dental Hygienists, 4th ed

by Eakle, W. Stephan; Bastin, Kimberly G.

• ISBN13: 9780323596589
• ISBN10: 0323596584
• eBook ISBN(s): 9780323596589, 9780323596596, 9780323596602
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780323609555, 9781455773855
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Paperback w/ Access Code
• Copyright: 2020-06-01
• Publisher: W B Saunders Co
• More Book Details

About This Book

Dental Materials: Clinical Applications for Dental Assistants and Dental Hygienists, 4th Edition

This comprehensive textbook is a go-to resource for dental assistants and dental hygienists, offering a detailed exploration of dental materials and their clinical applications. It's a valuable tool for both students and educators, providing a solid foundation in the principles and practices of dental materials.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by dental assistants and dental hygienists in educational settings, as well as by professionals in the field looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of dental materials. It's also a useful resource for anyone interested in the clinical applications of dental materials, including educators and students in dental hygiene programs.

History and Editions

The 4th edition of Dental Materials: Clinical Applications for Dental Assistants and Dental Hygienists has been updated to address user feedback, incorporating the latest research and evidence-based content on dynamic areas such as esthetics, ceramics, implants, and impressions. This edition includes additional application criteria listings and modern illustrations that enhance comprehension of complex biomaterials concepts. It also features an improved test bank with cognitive leveling based on Bloom’s Taxonomy and mapping to the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE) blueprint.

Author and Other Works

The authors of this textbook are W. Stephan Eakle, DDS, FADM, and Kimberly G. Bastin, CDA, EFDA, CRDH, EdD. W. Stephan Eakle is a Professor of Clinical Dentistry Emeritus at the University of California, San Francisco, while Kimberly G. Bastin is the Assistant Dean of Health Professions and Associate Professor and Director of Dental Hygiene at State College of Florida Manatee-Sarasota.

Key Features

• Clinically Focused Content: The book features clinically focused content supplemented with high-quality photographs, case applications, clinical tips, and warnings.
• Art Program: An art program with nearly 600 images, including full-color conceptual renderings and clinical photographs, enhances understanding.
• Step-by-Step Procedures: Step-by-step procedures with artwork and icons make it easier to follow and apply the material.
• Practice Opportunities: The book includes practice opportunities for classroom and board exam prep, such as vocabulary practice and competency skill worksheets.
• Evolve Companion Website: An Evolve companion website provides additional student practice opportunities and educator support materials.
• Full-Color Presentation: The full-color presentation shows dental materials being used and applied in real-world scenarios.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Print ISBN: 9780323596589
• eTextbook: Available through various digital platforms (ISBN not specified)
• Other Editions: The 3rd edition is available but not specified with a unique ISBN.

Publication Details

• Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
• Publication Date: May 26, 2020
• Number of Pages: 512
• Language: English
• Item Weight: Not specified
• Dimensions: 8.40 x 10.80 x 0.70 inches

Other Editions and Formats

• The 3rd edition is available but not specified with a unique ISBN.
• Related ISBNs:
• 0323596584 (ISBN-10)
• 9780323596596 (eBook ISBN)

Related Information

• The book is designed to support optimal decision making in dental practices with its evidence-based content and modern illustrations.
• It includes robust student practice opportunities and educator support materials, making it an essential resource for both students and professionals in the field of dental hygiene.

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Dental Materials: Clinical Applications for Dental Assistants and Dental Hygienists, 4th Edition, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.