Primary Preventive Dentistry

by Harris, Norman O.; Garcia-Godoy, Franklin; Nathe, Christine Nielsen

• ISBN13: 9780132412230
• ISBN10: 0132412233
• Edition: 7th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-08-31
• Publisher: Prentice Hall

Summary

A landmark book, Primary Preventive Dentistry comprehensively presents the science and practice of preventive assessment and treatment modalities of preventive dental care. This seventh edition strives to enhance the readability of this book for dental hygiene and dental students. Moreover, the website has been enhanced to provide further opportunities for student study and case studies are available for studentrs"s comprehension of total care. The book is sequenced in four units to further organize the material for reader understanding and comprehension. An excellent reference work for dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants.

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Primary Preventive Dental Concepts

Introduction to and Historical Perspective of Primary Preventive Dentistry

Etiology of Dental Diseases and Conditions

Dental Plaque

Dental Caries

Periodontal Disease

Oral Cancer

Dental Trauma

Host Mechanisms in the Oral Cavity

Preventive Strategies

Toothbrushes and Toothbrushing Methods

Dentifrices, Mouthrinses and Chewing Gums

Oral Health Self-Care Supplemental Measures

Community Water Fluoridation

Topical Fluoride Therapies

Dental Sealants

Nutrition

Sugar and Other Sweeteners

Professional Dental Hygiene Care

Health Education and Promotion Theories

Tobacco Cessation

Athletic Mouthguards

Technological Advances in the Dental CarePublic Health and Target Populations

Dental Public Health

Target Population Descriptions and Preventive Strategies

Pregnancy and Infancy

Pediatrics

Adults (including women's health)

Geriatrics

Populations with Medical Conditions/Diseases

Developmental Disabilities

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