cover image - Newman and Carranza’s Clinical Periodontology for the Dental Hygienist - Elsevier E-Book on VitalSource, 1st Edition
ISBN: 9780323708432
Copyright: 2021
Publication Date: 05-06-2020
Page Count: 768
Imprint: Elsevier
List Price: $76.99

Newman and Carranza’s Clinical Periodontology for the Dental Hygienist - Elsevier E-Book on VitalSource, 1st Edition

by Michael G. Newman, DDS, FACD, Gwendolyn Essex, RDH, RDHAP, MS, EdD, Lory Laughter, RDH, MS and Satheesh Elangovan, BDS, DSc, DMSc

Elsevier eBook on VitalSource

cover image - Newman and Carranza’s Clinical Periodontology for the Dental Hygienist - Elsevier E-Book on VitalSource, 1st Edition
ISBN: 9780323708432
Copyright: 2021
Publication Date: 05-06-2020
Page Count: 768
Imprint: Elsevier
List Price: $76.99
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A must-have instructional resource to support educators and students throughout their dental hygiene educational program and beyond. The newest and most comprehensive evidence-based reference for periodontology and implant dentistry you can count on to help master the most current information and techniques in periodontology. Newman and Carranza’s Clinical Periodontology for the Dental Hygienist, 1st Edition will become an instant classic for the profession. Based on the trusted content in Newman and Carranza’s Clinical Periodontology, the most widely used periodontal textbook in the world, this resource provides the most up-to-date, complete, and essential information. The broad range of content covers everything from the biology of the periodontium – how it’s structured and the functions it serves, the new classification of periodontal disease, the link between periodontal disease and systemic health, and more. An extensive clinical section contains a complete guide to everything from procedure instrumentation to patient management at the point of care. Full color photos, illustrations, radiographs show how to perform periodontal procedures. Case based practice questions and skill evaluation checklists promote board-exam readiness. The clear instruction and health-focused approach provides support throughout the Dental Hygiene program and beyond.


    • Online student and educator support on Evolve.
    • Dental hygiene emphasis and relevance provides solid foundational content.
    • Comprehensive topic coverage focuses on the translation of the science to evidence-based practice and clinical decision making.
    • Extensive full-color photos and illustrations clearly demonstrate core concepts and reinforce important principles.
    • Case-based clinical scenarios incorporated throughout the book mimic the patient case format used in credentialing exams.
    • Many new and important chapters on periimplantitis, resolving inflammation, evidence-based decision making, and critical thinking.
    • Robust art program of clinical images, charts, graphs, and unique illustrations enhances engagement.
    • The most complete atlas of periodontal pathology ever offered for the dental hygienist.
    • Key information and highlights presented as call out boxes.
    • Online student and educator support on Evolve.
    • Dental hygiene emphasis and relevance provides solid foundational content.
    • Comprehensive topic coverage focuses on the translation of the science to evidence-based practice and clinical decision making.
    • Extensive full-color photos and illustrations clearly demonstrate core concepts and reinforce important principles.
    • Case-based clinical scenarios incorporated throughout the book mimic the patient case format used in credentialing exams.
    • Many new and important chapters on periimplantitis, resolving inflammation, evidence-based decision making, and critical thinking.
    • Robust art program of clinical images, charts, graphs, and unique illustrations enhances engagement.
    • The most complete atlas of periodontal pathology ever offered for the dental hygienist.
    • Key information and highlights presented as call out boxes.
  • 1. The Historical Background of Periodontology

    PART 1: EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE
    2. Evidence-Based Decision Making
    3. Critical Thinking: Assessing Scientific Evidence

    PART 2: BIOLOGICAL BASIS OF PERIODONTOLOGY
    Normal Periodontium
    4. Anatomy, Structure, and Function of the Periodontium
    5. Aging and the Periodontium

    Classification and Epidemiology of Periodontal Diseases
    6. Classification of Diseases and Conditions Affecting the Periodontium
    7. Fundamentals in the Methods of Periodontal Disease Epidemiology

    Etiology of Periodontal Diseases
    8. Periodontal Disease Pathogenesis and Genetics
    9. Biofilm and Periodontal Microbiology and Molecular Biology
    10. Resolution of Inflammation
    11. Smoking and Periodontal Disease
    12. The Role of Dental Calculus and Other Local Predisposing Factors

    Relationship Between Periodontal Disease and Systemic Health
    13. Influence of Systemic Conditions
    14. Impact of Periodontal Infection on Systemic Health

    Gingival Pathology
    15. Defense Mechanisms of the Gingiva
    16. Gingival Inflammation
    17. Clinical Features of Gingivitis
    18. Gingival Enlargement
    19. Acute Gingival Infections
    20. Gingival Disease in Childhood
    21. Desquamative Gingivitis

    Periodontal Pathology
    22. The Periodontal Pocket and Associated Pathologies
    23. Bone Loss and Patterns of Bone Destruction
    24. Masticatory System Disorders that Influence the Periodontium
    25. Chronic Periodontitis
    26. Aggressive Periodontitis (Periodontitis Grade C)
    27. Necrotizing Ulcerative Periodontitis
    28. Pathology and Management of Periodontal Problems in Patients with Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection

    PART 3: CLINICAL PERIODONTICS
    Diagnosis, Prognosis, and Treatment Plan
    29. Levels of Clinical Significance
    30. Periodontal Examination and Diagnosis
    31. Radiographic Aids in the Diagnosis of Periodontal Diseases
    32. Clinical Risk Assessment
    33. Determination of Prognosis
    34. Treatment Planning and the Rationale for Periodontal Treatment
    35. Electronic Dental Records and Decision Support Systems

    Management of Patients with Special Needs
    36. Periodontal Treatment of Medically Compromised Patients
    37. Periodontal Therapy in the Female Patient
    38. Periodontal Treatment for Older Adults
    39. Treatment of Aggressive and Atypical Forms of Periodontitis

    Diagnosis and Treatment of Periodontal Emergencies
    40. Treatment of Acute Gingival Disease
    41. Treatment of Periodontal Abscess

    Nonsurgical Treatment
    42. Phase I Periodontal Therapy
    43. Plaque Biofilm Control for the Periodontal Patient
    44. Breath Malodor
    45. Scaling and Root Planing
    46. Sonic and Ultrasonic Instrumentation and Irrigation
    47. Systemic and Local Chemotherapeutic Therapy for Periodontal Diseases
    48. Occlusion and Orthodontic Therapy

    Surgical Treatment
    49. Phase II Periodontal Therapy
    50. General Principles and Types of Periodontal Surgery

    Periodontal-Restorative Interrelationships
    51. Preparation of the Periodontium for Restorative Dentistry
    52. Restorative Interrelationships

    Supportive Care and Results of Periodontal Treatment
    53. Supportive Periodontal Treatment
    54. Results of Periodontal Treatment

    PART 4: ORAL IMPLANTOLOGY
    Biology, Diagnosis, Biomechanics and Treatment Plan
    55. Periimplant Anatomy, Biology, and Function
    56. Clinical Evaluation and Imaging of the Implant Patient

    Surgical Procedures and Complications
    57. Basic Implant Surgical Procedures
    58. Implant-Related Complications and Failures

    Supportive Care and Results of Implant Treatment
    59. Supportive Implant Treatment
    60. Results of Implant Treatment

    Appendix
    Atlas of Periodontal Diseases

  • Michael G. Newman, DDS, FACD, Professor Emeritus, Section of Periodontics, School of Dentistry, University of California, Los Angeles, California, Gwendolyn Essex, RDH, RDHAP, MS, EdD, Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Professor, College of Dental Medicine, California Northstate University, Elk Grove, California, USA, Lory Laughter, RDH, MS, Assistant Professor, Periodontics, Department of Dental Hygiene, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, University of the Pacific, San Francisco, CA, USA and Satheesh Elangovan, BDS, DSc, DMSc, Professor, Department of Periodontics The University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics Iowa City, Iowa
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