Book Description

This innovative learning system is designed to give dental assisting students the knowledge they need to pass the Dental Assisting National Board exam. Chapters cover head and neck anatomy, embryology, histology, pharmacology, nutrition, and pathology. The text also contains sections on chairside assisting, sterilization procedures, first aid and CPR, as well as dental charting and basic business office techniques. Its comprehensive content provides up-to-date information regarding preclinical and clinical dental assisting skills that better prepares students for a career in the dental industry. A Dental Skills CD provides interactive exercises related to numerous skills and procedures. An activity CD enhances student learning by reinforcing knowledge of dental concepts and terminology from each chapter. An instructor's manual, a computerized test bank, PowerPoint presentations, and an image library are included to support the instructor. This comprehensive and integrated learning package provides a complete approach to dental assisting knowledge and skills.