Periodontology for the Dental Hygienist

Periodontology for the Dental Hygienist 2/e is the most complete and concise text describing gingival and periodontal diseases available today. Thetext contains current definitions and descriptions of the diseases and includes background information to provide context in epidemiology, the healthy state, host response and the nature of dental plaque. The book also presents updated information on theassessment and treatment of gingival and periodontal diseases. The second edition is illustrated with a colour supplement of the books major illustrations to enhance understanding of gingival and periodontal diseases and their treatments. Colour insert containing 96 disease photos gives the student a realistic look at how diseases and conditions appear Case Studies are presented at the end of the book to help students apply what they learn in the text to real-life situations Test questions appear at the end of each chapter Illustrated explanations of new classification system of gingival and periodontal diseases help the student to understand diagnoses Abundant high-quality half-tones and line drawings of clinical procedures help the student to grasp procedures and techniques.