American Dental Association

El Instructor Practico American Dental Association

The new 12th Edition of The Chairside Instructor: A Visual Guide to Case Presentations is an invaluable tool for dental practices as a patient education tool, and as a learning resource for students of dentistry, hygiene, and assisting. The new edition includes more than 220 images across 50 topic areas. This resource can be used to explain conditions to patients or illustrate a treatment plan. It can also be used to help teach dental hygiene or dental assisting students to identify signs and symptoms and discuss treatment options with patients. Laminated for durability and easy clean up, and spiral bound with tabs for easy browsing, this best-selling resource covers a wide range of topics, including: Plaque and its effects; Sealants; Stages of gum disease; Periodontal surgery; Gum recession; Tooth decay; Crown preparation and placement; Root canal therapy; Tooth replacement options; Mouth and throat cancer; Orthodontic treatment; Veneers; Temporomandibular disorders (TMD). Updates to the new 12th Edition include: 50 new images, including: periodontal disease, tooth decay, inlays and onlays, cavities, placing an implant, clear aligners, veneers and more. New topics: fluoride, dry mouth, wisdom teeth removal, sleep apnea, children's airways and dental emergencies. Includes e-book, with access instructions printed on the inside front cover. Also available in Spanish ISBN 978-1-68447-165-2.