Download or read book A Consumer s Guide to Dentistry E Book written by Gordon J. Christensen and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2001-09-27 with total page 532 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written specifically for the dental patient, this resource provides practical information about dental health and treatment options. Readers can access easy-to-understand information about solutions to their dental problems and about how to maintain a healthy smile for life. - Author is incredibly well-known and respected within the field - Comprehensive coverage of pertinent topics includes: types of dentists, root canals, oral surgery, orthodontics, crowns and bridges, implants, temporomandibular dysfunction, and dentures. - New chapters provide timely information about managed care, pain control, infection control and dental care for the elderly. - Each condition also features a photograph and treatment alternatives
Download or read book A Consumer s Guide to Dentistry written by Gordon J. Christensen and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Utah-based dental educator and practitioner Christensen distinctly writes for the buyer and user of dental services, but his sales pitch is to dentists: he urges them to keep a copy in the reception room, instruct staff on how to use it, and supervise patients using it. Among the topics are choosing a dentist, controlling pain, implants, pediatric dentistry, periodontics, and preventing the need for dental treatment. The first edition appeared in 1994. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Download or read book Consumer s Guide to Dentistry written by Connecticut Citizen Action Group and published by . This book was released on 1974 with total page 16 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Dentist s Quick Guide to Medical Conditions written by Mea A. Weinberg and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-04-15 with total page 378 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With increasing numbers of dental patients being elderly or having medical conditions, it is important for the dentist to understand how these conditions may impact dental treatment. The Dentist’s Quick Guide to Medical Conditions presents the relevant information dentists need—symptoms, diagnostic tests, medications prescribed, and dental management—for each disease and condition. Chapters will focus on each major bodily system, including respiratory, cardiovascular, hematologic, endocrine, gastrointestinal, immune, nervous, reproductive, and urinary, as well as chapters on the liver, kidneys, skin, and psychological conditions. Appendices list guidelines for antibiotic prophylaxis, additional conditions requiring antibiotics, and a quick list of diagnostic tests.
Download or read book Dental Assisting Notes written by Minas Sarakinakis and published by F.A. Davis. This book was released on 2014-10-15 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rely on this handy pocket guide to quickly reference the must-know information you need to prepare for the everyday encounters you’ll face in clinical and practice. From easy-to-scan charts of the teeth and detailed depictions of dental instruments to helpful tips on how to administer oxygen and assist patients with multiple medical conditions, this comprehensive, chairside guide is the perfect companion for any setting.
Download or read book A Consumer s Guide to Dental Insurance written by Warren A. Brill and published by Writer's Showcase Press. This book was released on 2000 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Selecting a dental insurance plan for your family can be a confusing experience. In A Consumer's Guide to Dental Insurance , Dr. Warren A. Brill outlines the steps you need to take in order to help maximize your family's dental health. The various types of dental plans are described in detail and the questions you need to ask when evaluating these plans are posed and answered. Many aspects of dentistry and dental treatment are discussed, including a glossary of technical dental terms that you need to know when reading your dental benefits package.
Download or read book I m Free written by Thomas Larkin and published by . This book was released on 2016-09-08 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this book, Dr. Larkin describes practical preventive measures that an individual can use to save thousands of dollars on their dental care. Current concepts of how oral health affects overall health are also explored.
Download or read book The Dentist s Drug and Prescription Guide written by Mea A. Weinberg and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-11-28 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Critical Resource with Information You Won't Find Anywhere Else. Dentists of all specialties prescribe drugs for their patients, from pain medications to sedatives to antibiotics, and know all too well that making an evidenced-based decision on which drug to prescribe is more than just looking up a drug on the computer or PDA and requires more comprehensive consideration than the current drug reference books offer. For example, should an antibiotic be prescribed for implant placement or for sinus augmentation procedures? If so, what antibiotic is recommended (backed up with references), when should it be started, and for how long? Which is the antibiotic of choice for an odontogenic infection and how do you know if that antibiotic is working? Improve Your Decision Making with this Essential Guide. The Dentist’s Drug and Prescription Guide is the only book to offer comprehensive coverage of this topic and has quickly become the go-to reference for dental students, general dentists, periodontists, oral surgeons, dental hygienists. Written for dental professionals seeking quick advice on prescribing medications for their patients, the book offers: An easy-to-read question-and-answer format, the text describes evidenced-based pharmacologic therapy with current and up-to-date references regarding adjunctive pharmacologic treatment of the dental patient Easy-to-follow drug tables that summarize the main pharmacologic features of the different disciplines, including periodontics, implantology, oral surgery, and endodontics, with recommendations for pharmacologic treatment with periodontal and implant surgery as well as treatment of periodontal diseases, dental pain, and infection Detailed strategies to manage and prevent drug interactions in the dental practice Instructions and guidelines for the patient on how to take the drugs (e.g., to avoid GI upset when taking antibiotics acidophilus or yogurt can be taken). Plus, sample prescriptions, coverage of proper documentation in the patient's chart, and more! Order your copy today!
Download or read book What the Tooth Fairy Didn t Tell You written by Michael J. Goldberg (Dentist) and published by Advantage Media Group. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Eight out of 10 people consider a person's smile the most dominant feature of one's facial appearance. A visit to the dentist is about more than just brushing and flossing. Drs. Goldberg and Martin will help readers navigate the choices they can make about how to look and how others perceive them.
Download or read book Dentist s Guide to Medical Conditions and Complications written by Kanchan Ganda and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-11-16 with total page 540 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dentist's Guide to Medical Conditions and Complications is a highly accessible reference to dental treatment of medically compromised patients. The ability to treat medically compromised patients is necessary for most dentists and dental professionals, and this book serves as a guide to effectively treat these patients. In a succinct, easy-to-use format, Dentist's Guide to Medical Conditions and Complications outlines protocols for treating patients with common conditions, presents essential drug interaction information, and guides the dental professional through the prevention and management of in-office medical emergencies.
Download or read book A Clinical Guide to Applied Dental Materials E Book written by Stephen J. Bonsor and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2012-11-21 with total page 465 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A new textbook on the practical use of dental materials suitable for undergraduate dental students and qualified dental practitioners taking post-graduate exams in dental materials, restorative dentistry, operative techniques, advanced conservative dentistry, endodontics, removable prosthodontics and implantology. Highly practical and evidenced-based throughout – closing the gap between theory and practice to give readers confidence in selecting and preparing the right material for the patient and circumstance Amply illustrated in full colour with over 1000 photographs, artworks and tables to clearly demonstrate both materials and techniques Helps readers appreciate the important relationship between clinical manipulation and the practical use of dental materials Describes how to properly select a given material for any situation, how to use materials to best effect and when and how not to use them ‘Good practice’ and ‘Warning’ boxes help readers recall important information Uniquely written by a practising dentist with academic experience and an academic in biomaterials with extensive clinical experience Self-assessment questions with full answers helps readers consolidate learning and prepare for exams Designed to improve clinical success and improve patient outcomes Perfect for all undergraduate and postgraduate students studying dental material science and/or restorative dentistry
Download or read book Ultimate Guide to Dental Billing and Reporting written by Josh Smith and published by High Bridge Books. This book was released on 2021-07-02 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Ultimate Guide to Dental Billing and Reporting provides a proven, accessible, and easy-to-implement dental billing template for any dental office. All practices will benefit from the simplicity and positivity of this important guide. I really like the actual number examples and the templates for how to structure your day. It's great information and a must-have for all dental offices." -Dr. Christopher Comer, DMD FAGD, Savannah, GA "This book makes billing and insurance very easy to understand. It maps out a very concise approach to insurance and billing in the dental office. I have taken many CE courses on these topics over the years. This book not only gave a more complete picture of the billing and insurance process than I have seen previously but also gave an easy way to approach and implement the process in the dental office." -Dr. Michael Groover, DMD From Chaos and Confusion to Confidence and Cash Flow Making appointments. Filing claims. Answering the phone. Checking patients in and out. If you're an office manager or insurance coordinator, you know how challenging it is to run a dental office. And if you're new to the industry? Welcome - we're here to help you learn the ropes. Here's the truth: Every dental office's success depends on: Healthy production and collections Smooth patient flow Delivering the ultimate patient experience with a smile The lifeblood of any successful practice is a rock-solid dental billing process. This book is a step-by-step guide to a groundbreaking dental billing process written by a leader in the industry. You're about to learn how dental billing impacts the overall health of your practice. You'll finally understand the gems hidden inside your dental reporting and how to use them. Best of all? You'll leave billing chaos behind and take a major step toward healthy cash flow and confident mastery of your processes.
Download or read book The Dental Hygienist s Guide to Nutritional Care E Book written by Cynthia A. Stegeman and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2014-02-03 with total page 518 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NEW information on relevant cultural issues, such as: Pros and cons of popular high-protein diets Vitamin D deficiency in the United States Vitamin/mineral supplements Information on bottled water, energy drinks, and sports drinks UPDATED content addresses the newly released MyPyramid dietary guidelines! FULL-COLOR design better illustrates concepts, especially the effects vitamin deficiency can have on the oral cavity.
Download or read book Guide to Reference in Medicine and Health written by Christa Modschiedler and published by American Library Association. This book was released on 2014-04-26 with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawn from the extensive database of Guide to Reference, this up-to-date resource provides an annotated list of print and electronic biomedical and health-related reference sources, including internet resources and digital image collections. Readers will find relevant research, clinical, and consumer health information resources in such areas as Medicine Psychiatry Bioethics Consumer health and health care Pharmacology and pharmaceutical sciences Dentistry Public health Medical jurisprudence International and global health Guide to Reference entries are selected and annotated by an editorial team of top reference librarians and are used internationally as a go-to source for identifying information as well as training reference professionals. Library staff answering health queries as well as library users undertaking research on their own will find this an invaluable resource.
Download or read book Taking a Giant Bite Out of Dental Confusion written by Richard S. Runkle and published by Luminary Media Group. This book was released on 2009 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: HEALTH / DENTISTRY / REFERENCE. By being informed about 21st century dentistry, you could save thousands of dollars over a lifetime. This comprehensive guide will aid you in making dental decisions for feeling better, looking healthier, and achieving confidence with a beautiful smile that is priceless and affordable. Included are a glossary of terms, an index, and over 400 color photos and illustrations, many of which showing before-and-after results of treatment for children and adults with both common and unusual dental problems. This book is divided into four parts: Your First Concerns; Understanding & Selecting Treatment Choices; The Inner Workings of Dentistry; and Dentistry and Its Relationship to Total Health. After helping thousands of patients, Dr. Runkle finally shares his expertise to eliminate the fear and confusion about recurring dental issues.
Download or read book The Smart Consumer s Guide to Dentistry Make Your Right Choice Now written by Natalie Amann and published by . This book was released on 2009-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Don't just say, 'Ah!' Be a smart dental consumer and get the best information on one of the most important health investments you can make! A visit to the dentist is about more than just brushing and flossing. It's about one of the most visible and important parts of who you are--your smile! Dr. Natalie Amann and Dr. Charles Martin will help you navigate the choices you can make about how you look and how others perceive you. In this valuable book, two of America's friendliest dentists help you... * Avoid myths, mistakes and misunderstandings * Understand comprehensive care * Make a mouthbody connection * Manage aging and gum disease * Learn why you will never need dentures * Find the perfect dentist for you * Increase your smile power * Know the secrets of sedation * Understand how to prevent a simple dental problem from becoming a major threat to your health * Discover the advantages of implants ...and how to use the latest developments in dentistry to change the way you look and feel.
Download or read book Consumer s Guide to Dental Health 1982 written by and published by . This book was released on 1982 with total page 63 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
