BASIC SKILLS
- Module 1 Mathematical Principles and Anatomic Descriptors
- Module 2 Principles of Positioning
- Module 3 Instrument Grasp
- Module 4 Mirror and Finger Rests in Anterior Sextants
- Module 5 Mirror and Finger Rests in Mandibular Posterior Sextants
- Module 6 Mirror and Finger Rests in Maxillary Posterior Sextants
- Module 7 Instrument Design and Classification
ELEMENTS OF THE INSTRUMENT STROKE
- Module 8 Adaptation and Angulation
- Module 9 Activation, Pivot, and Handle Roll
- Module 10 Instrumentation Strokes
PATIENT ASSESSMENT
- Module 11 Calibrated Periodontal Probes and Basic Probing Technique
- Module 12 Explorers
DEBRIDEMENT WITH HAND-ACTIVATED INSTRUMENTS
- Module 13 Concepts in Periodontal Debridement
- Module 14 Sickle Scalers
- Module 15 Universal Curets
- Module 16 Area-Specific Curets
- Module 17 Periodontal Files
- Module 18 Instrumentation Strategies and Patient Cases
- Module 19 Problem Identification: Difficulties in Instrumentation
- Module 20 Instrument Sharpening
ADVANCED IINSTRUMENTATION TECHNIQUES
- Module 21 Advanced Probing Techniques
- Module 22 Instruments for Advanced Root Debridement
- Module 23 Advanced Techniques for Root Surface Debridement
- Module 24 Ultrasonic and Sonic Instrumentation
- Module 25 Debridement of Dental Implants
SUPPLEMENTARY INSTRUMENTATION
- Module 26 Cosmetic Polishing Procedures
Glossary
Index
Now in full color, with over 1,400 photographs and illustrations, the Sixth Edition of this market-leading text is a step-by-step, highly visual guide to the how-to's of periodontal instrumentation. It takes students from basic skills such as patient positioning, intraoral finger rests, and basic instrumentation, all the way to advanced techniques such as assessment of periodontal patients and instrumentation of multirooted teeth, root concavities, and furcation areas. Critical thinking activities and patient cases promote application of concepts and problem-solving skills.
A brand-new bonus DVD packaged with this edition includes video clips demonstrating the techniques covered in the book.
Key Features
- Techniques depicted with photographs and illustrations.
- Handle position landmarks and icons indicate treatment areas, clock-position, patient head position, and handle position, to provide quick reference while practicing techniques.
- The "cookbook" approach guides students step by step through the how-to of instrumentation technique, which makes it easier for students to learn the difficult concepts, and easier for instructors to teach.
- Includes instructions for both right-handed and left-handed students.
- An entire 5-chapter section on Advanced Instrumentation Techniques guides students through the challenging techniques required for instrumentation of root surfaces within deep periodontal pockets.
- Critical thinking activities in the "Practical Focus" section at the end of each chapter encourage application of concepts and problem solving skills.
- Patient cases promote application of instrumentation concepts.
- Learning objectives highlight important concepts in each chapter.
New to this edition
- Full-color used throughout to help students understand periodontal instrumentation more easily. Students in dental hygiene programs are usually visual learners, and the addition of color to the book will help them master difficult concepts.
- A bonus DVD packaged with every book includes short video clips that demonstrate the techniques covered in the book. No other dental hygiene text on the market currently has this sort of content!
Product Details
- Spiral-bound: 637 pages
- Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; Sixth edition (March 23, 2007)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0781769922
- ISBN-13: 978-0781769921
- Product Dimensions: 0.8 x 9 x 11 inches
List Price: $91.95