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Darby & Walsh Dental Hygiene: Theory and Practice, 6th Edition offers everything you need to succeed in your coursework and clinical and professional practice. No other dental hygiene foundational text incorporates clinical competencies, theory, and evidence-based practice in such an approachable way. All discussions - from foundational concepts to diagnosis to pain management - are presented within the context of a unique person-centered model that takes the entire person into consideration. A veritable who's-who of dental hygiene educators, practitioners, and researchers cite the latest studies throughout the text to provide a framework to help you in your decision-making and problem-solving. New to this edition is an increased focus on new and emerging technologies, enhanced coverage of infection control in the time of COVID-19, and new chapters on telehealth and teledentistry and mental health and self-care. Focus on research and evidence-based practice offers insights from expert chapter authors (educators, practitioners, and researchers) from across the United States and beyond. Expansive art program features modern illustrations and updated clinical photos to visually reinforce key concepts. Step-by-step procedure boxes highlight key points with accompanying illustrations, clinical photos, and rationales; online procedure videos are included with new text purchase. Human Needs Conceptual Model/Oral Health Related Quality of Life frameworks, in which all discussions are presented within the context of a person-centered care model, take the entire person into consideration. Learning aids in each chapter include professional development opportunities; learning competencies; patient education tips; critical thinking scenarios; and discussions of legal, ethical, and safety issues, which help your practical application and problem-solving skills and bring the profession to life. NEW! Increased focus on new and emerging technologies keeps you up to date with the latest advances in the field. NEW! Telehealth chapter explains how to practice telehealth and teledentistry in nontraditional and community-based settings. NEW! Mental Health and Self-Care chapter provides timely content on safeguarding mental health and wellness for the practitioner and the patient. UPDATED! Enhanced coverage of infection control prepares you to practice as a dental hygienist in the time of COVID-19 and potential future pandemic events. UPDATED! Coverage of Caries Management by Risk Assessment (CAMBRA®) for integrating into the dental hygiene process of care. EXPANDED! Further integration of the current American Academy of Periodontology periodontal classifications throughout the text. Integration of theory throughout the book includes content on how to incorporate the use of theory in practice.

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Author:   Jennifer A Pieren, RDH, BSAS, MS (Adjunct Faculty, Department of Health Professions - Dental Hygiene, Youngstown State University, Youngstown, Ohio) ,  Cynthia Gadbury-Amyot, MSDH, Ed.D (Professor Emerita and Adjunct Professor, School of Dentistry, University of Missouri-Kansas City, Kansas City, Missouri)
Publisher:   Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Imprint:   Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Edition:   6th edition
Weight:   2.570kg
ISBN:  

9780323877824

ISBN 10:   0323877826
Pages:   1104
Publication Date:   15 May 2024
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Section I: Conceptual Foundations 1. The Dental Hygiene Profession 2. Dental Hygiene Metaparadigm Concepts and Conceptual Models Applied to Practice 3. Evidenced-Based Decision Making 4. Community Health 5. Sustainable Health Behavior Change 6. Cultural Competency in Healthcare 7. Legal and Ethical Decision Making 8. Professional E-Portfolios Section II: Preparation for the Appointment 9. Dental Hygiene Patient Care Settings 10. Infection Prevention and Control 11. Preventing and Managing Medical Emergencies 12. Ergonomics and Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders Section III: Assessments 13. Personal, Dental, and Medical Histories 14. Vital Signs 15. Pharmacologic History 16. Assessment of Head and Neck Examination 17. Hard Tissue Assessment and Dental Charting 18. Assessment of Dental Deposits and Stain 19. Dental Caries Management by Risk Assessment 20. Periodontal Assessment and Charting 21. Oral-Systemic Health Connection Section IV: Critical Thinking in Dental Hygiene Practice 22. Dental Hygiene Diagnosis 23. Dental Hygiene Care Plan, Evaluation, and Documentation Section V: Implementation, Evaluation, and Documentation 24. Toothbrushing 25. Interdental and Supplemental Oral Self-Care Devices 26. Dentifrices 27. Antimicrobial Agents for Control of Periodontal Disease 28. Hand-Activated Instrumentation 29. Ultrasonic Instrumentation 30. Root Morphology and Instrumentation Implications 31. Dental Implants and Peri-Implant Care 32. Tooth Polishing and Whitening 33. Decision Making Related to Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy 34. Acute Gingival and Periodontal Conditions 35. Pit and Fissure Sealants 36. Nutritional Counseling 37. Tobacco Cessation 38. Impressions for Study Casts and Custom-Made Oral Appliances 39. Restorative Therapy 40. Orthodontic Care 41. Fixed and Removable Dental Prostheses Section VI: Pain and Anxiety Control 42. Dentinal Hypersensitivity 43. Local Anesthesia 44. Nitrous Oxide-Oxygen Sedation Section VII: Life Stages and Populations 45. Children and Adolescents 46. Pregnancy and Oral Health 47. The Older Adult Section VIII: Dental Hygiene Care for the Medically Compromised 48. Cardiovascular Disease 49. Diabetes 50. Cancer 51. HIV and Oral Health 52. Palliative Oral Care 53. Autoimmune Diseases 54. Organ Transplantation and Renal Disease 55. Respiratory Diseases 56. Substance Use Disorders 57. Eating Disorders 58. Child Abuse and Neglect and Family Violence Section IX: Dental Hygiene Care for Disabilities and Special Needs 59. Disability and Healthcare 60. Intellectually and Developmentally Challenged 61. Orofacial Clefts 62. Neurological Disabilities Section X: Professional Development and Practice Management 63. Professional Development and Job Searching 64. Practice Management 65. Telehealth 66. Mental Health and Self-Care Appendix A: Dental Charting Symbols and Examples Glossary Index

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