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Elsevier Local Anesthesia for the Dental Hygienist 2021 Edition by Demetra D. Logothetis
Binder-Ready Edition: This loose-leaf copy of the full text is a convenient, accessible, and customizable alternative to the bound book. With this binder-ready edition, students can personalize the text to match their unique needs!_x000D__x000D_Learn the safe use of local anesthesia with the only book written specifically for dental hygienists! Local Anesthesia for the Dental Hygienist, 3rd Edition provides a complete guide to pharmacology and anesthetic techniques, helping you learn procedures before you work with actual patients. Detailed drawings show dental anatomy and full-color photos illustrate specific injection techniques; case studies let you apply your knowledge to clinical practice. The Evolve website includes procedure videos and prepares you for success on board exams with practice questions and a mock licensure exam. Writing in a warm, humanistic style, dental hygiene educator Demetra Logothetis will allay any fears you may have in working with local and topical anesthetics. _x000D__x000D__x000D__x000D_Clear, approachable writing style makes it easier to learn proper techniques and gain confidence, acknowledging not only the patient's fear of injection but also the fears of the inexperienced clinician. _x000D_More than 400 full-color photographs and illustrations show techniques, procedures, and instruments. _x000D_Procedures boxes provide illustrated, step-by-step instructions for performing specific procedures, including indications, contraindications, nerves and teeth affected, operator and patient positioning, insertion point, penetration, amount of anesthetic, and working time._x000D_Case studies make it easier to apply concepts to the clinical setting and to develop problem-solving skills._x000D_Review questions at the end of each chapter provide the opportunity to assess your understanding, and the Evolve website provides chapter practice quizzes and a 55-question mock examination. _x000D_Dental Hygiene Considerations boxes summarize key points and tips for optimal care._x000D_Expert author Demetra Logothetis is an educator with more than 20 years of experience teaching local anesthesia administration for dental hygienists._x000D_Key terms are highlighted within the text and defined in the glossary. _x000D__x000D__x000D__x000D_NEW! Updated information is provided on local anesthesia guidelines._x000D_NEW! Videos of 15 local anesthesia procedures on the Evolve website demonstrate how to perform procedures._x000D_NEW! Updated clinical photos are added to show examples of both proper and improper technique._x000D_NEW! Updated case studies, procedure boxes, and multiple-choice review questions allow you to measure your progress._x000D_ Table of Contents :- _x000D_
Part I - Introduction to Pain Control_x000D_
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Chapter 1 - Local Anesthesia in Dental Hygiene Practice_x000D_
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Chapter 2 - Neurophysiology_x000D_
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Part 2 - Local and Topical Anesthetic Agents_x000D_
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Chapter 3 - Pharmacology of Local Anesthetic Agents_x000D_
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Chapter 4 - Pharmacology of Vasocontrictors_x000D_
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Chapter 5 - Local Anesthetic Agents_x000D_
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Chapter 6 - Topical Anesthetic Agents_x000D_
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Part 3 - Patient Assessment_x000D_
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Chapter 7 - Preanesthetic Assessment_x000D_
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Chapter 8 - Determining Drug Dosages_x000D_
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Part 4 - Local Anesthetic Techniques for the Dental Hygienist_x000D_
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Chapter 9 - Armamentarium/Syringe Preparation_x000D_
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Chapter 10 - Anatomic Considerations for Local Anesthesia Administration_x000D_
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Chapter 11 - Basic Injection Techniques_x000D_
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Chapter 12 - Maxillary Anesthesia_x000D_
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Chapter 13 - Mandibular Anesthesia_x000D_
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Chapter 14 - Local Anesthesia for the Child and Adolescent_x000D_
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Part 5 - Complications, Legal Considerations, and Risk Management_x000D_
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Chapter 15 - Local Anesthetic Complications_x000D_
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Chapter 16 - Legal Considerations and Risk Management_x000D_
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Glossary_x000D_