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Wiley Levison's Textbook for Dental Nurses 2019 Edition by Carole Hollins
A fully updated edition of the best-selling textbook for students studying for their dental nurse qualificationLevison's Textbook for Dental Nurses continues to be an indispensable resource written specifically for those undertaking the NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing. This new edition provides in-depth coverage in many areas, such as the structure of the dental profession; an update of the current, available NHS dental services; information on extended duties for dental nurses; legal and ethical issues; health and safety including COSHH and waste disposal legislation updates; general anatomy and physiology; and medical emergencies.New edition of a classic textbook, fully in line with the most recent developments in dental nursing practice and educationCaters especially for the NEBDN National Diploma in Dental NursingOutlines the latest GDC standards for dental nursesKey Learning Points in every chapter to help readers master essential informationPacked with illustrations and diagrams to assist with aiding comprehension, this student-friendly text is ideal for dental nurses studying for the NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing. It will also be of great benefit to dental nurses studying for the City & Guilds Diploma in Dental Nursing, Level 3. Table of Contents : Introduction to the Twelfth Edition viiIntroduction to the First Edition ixAcknowledgements xAbbreviations xiAbout the Companion Website xivChapter 1: Structure of the Dental Profession 1Chapter 2: The Dental Nurse 12Chapter 3: Legal and Ethical Issues 35Chapter 4: Health and Safety in the Dental Workplace 118Chapter 5: General Anatomy and Physiology 168Chapter 6: Medical Emergencies 201Chapter 7: Microbiology and Pathology 234Chapter 8: Infection Control and Cleanliness 261Chapter 9: Head and Neck Anatomy and Physiology 308Chapter 10: Oral Anatomy and Physiology 326Chapter 11: Oral Disease 353Chapter 12: Oral Health Assessment and Diagnosis 392Chapter 13: Oral Health Promotion and Disease Prevention 450Chapter 14: Pain and Anxiety Control 493Chapter 15: Restorative Dentistry 527Chapter 16: Prosthodontics 592Chapter 17: Extractions and Minor Oral Surgery 659Chapter 18: Extended Duties of the Dental Nurse 695Index 749