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Modern Dental Assisting
Eleventh Edition
Doni L. Bird, CDA, RDA, RDH, MA
Allied Dental Education Program, Santa Rosa Junior College, Santa Rosa, California
Debbie S. Robinson, CDA, MS
Research Assistant Professor and Research Study Coordinator, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Table of Contents
Cover image
Title page
Copyright
Reviewers*
Acknowledgments
About the Founding Authors
About the Authors
Preface
Who Will Benefit from This Book?
Organization
The Learning Package
New to This Edition
Support
The Learning Package
Textbook
Evolve Web Site
Student Workbook
Dental Assisting Online for Modern Dental Assisting
How To Use Modern Dental Assisting
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Dedication
Part One The Dental Assisting Profession
Introduction
Interactive Review - Modern Dental Assisting
Introduction
1 History of Dentistry
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Early Times
The Renaissance
Early America
Educational and Professional Development in the United States
History of Dental Assisting
History of Dental Hygiene
Dental Accreditation
National Museum of Dentistry
2 The Professional Dental Assistant
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Characteristics of a Professional Dental Assistant
Educational Requirements
Career Opportunities
Professional Organizations
3 The Dental Healthcare Team
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Dentist
Dental Specialist
Registered Dental Hygienist
Dental Assistant
Sterilization Assistant
Expanded-Functions Dental Assistant
Business Assistant
Dental Laboratory Technician
Supporting Services
4 Dental Ethics
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Sources for Ethics
Basic Principles of Ethics
Professional Code of Ethics
Applying Ethical Principles
5 Dentistry and the Law
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Statutory Law
State Dental Practice Act
Dentist-Patient Relationship
Malpractice
Risk Management
Patient Records
Reporting Abuse and Neglect
Part Two Sciences in Dentistry
Introduction
Introduction
6 General Anatomy
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Planes and Body Directions
Structural Units
Body Cavities
Body Regions
7 General Physiology
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Physiology and Dental Assisting
Body Systems
Skeletal System
Muscular System
Cardiovascular System
Nervous System
Respiratory System
Digestive System
Endocrine System
Urinary System
Integumentary System
Reproductive System
Interaction Among the Ten Body Systems
8 Oral Embryology and Histology
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Oral Embryology
Oral Histology
9 Head and Neck Anatomy
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Regions of the Head
Bones of the Skull
Temporomandibular Joints
Muscles of the Head and Neck
Salivary Glands
Blood Supply to the Head and Neck
Nerves of the Head and Neck
Lymph Nodes of the Head and Neck
Paranasal Sinuses
10 Landmarks of the Face and Oral Cavity
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Landmarks of the Face
The Oral Cavity
The Oral Cavity Proper
11 Overview of the Dentitions
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Dentition Periods
Dental Arches
Types and Functions of Teeth
Tooth Surfaces
Anatomic Features of Teeth
Angles and Divisions of Teeth
Occlusion and Malocclusion
Stabilization of the Arches
Tooth-Numbering Systems
12 Tooth Morphology
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Anterior Permanent Dentition
Posterior Permanent Dentition
Primary Dentition
Part Three Oral Health and Prevention of Dental Disease
Introduction
Introduction
13 Dental Caries
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Bacterial Infection
The Caries Process
Early Childhood Caries
The Importance of Saliva
Caries Diagnosis
CAMBRA
Methods of Caries Intervention
Caries Risk Assessment Tests
14 Periodontal Diseases
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Definition and Prevalence of Periodontal Disease
Periodontal Disease and Systemic Health
Causes of Periodontal Disease
Types of Periodontal Disease
Description of Periodontal Disease
15 Preventive Dentistry
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Partners in Prevention
Early Dental Care
Dental Sealants
Oral Health and Aging
Fluoride
Nutrition and Dental Caries
Plaque Control Program
16 Nutrition
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Nutrition and the Dental Assistant
Healthy People 2020 Report
Nutrient Recommendations
MyPlate
Canada's Food Guide
Carbohydrates
Proteins
Fats (Lipids)
Vitamins
Minerals
Water
Diet Modification
Dietary Analysis
Reading Food Labels
Eating Disorders
Healthy Habits
17 Oral Pathology
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Making a Diagnosis
Acute/Chronic Inflammation
Oral Lesions
Diseases of the Oral Soft Tissues
Conditions of the Tongue
Oral Cancer
Human Immunodeficiency Virus and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
Developmental Disorders
Miscellaneous Disorders
Part Four Infection Prevention in Dentistry
Introduction
Introduction
18 Microbiology
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Pioneers in Microbiology
Koch's Postulates
Major Groups of Microorganisms
Viral Diseases
Bacterial Diseases
Pandemic Diseases
19 Disease Transmission and Infection Prevention
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The Chain of Infection
Types of Infections
Modes of Disease Transmission
The Immune System
Disease Transmission in the Dental Office
Roles and Responsibilities of the CDC and OSHA in Infection Control
Guidelines for Infection Control in Dental Healthcare Settings (CDC)
OSHA Blood-Borne Pathogens Standard
Infection Control Practices
High-Tech Equipment
Latex Allergies
Waste Management in the Dental Office
Additional Infection Control Practices
20 Principles and Techniques of Disinfection
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Environmental Infection Control
Greener Infection Control
21 Principles and Techniques of Instrument Processing and Sterilization
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Classification of Patient Care Items
Transporting and Processing Contaminated Patient Care Items
Instrument-Processing Area
Precleaning and Packaging Instruments
Methods of Sterilization
Sterilization Monitoring
Handpiece Sterilization
Part Five Occupational Health and Safety
Introduction
Introduction
22 Regulatory and Advisory Agencies
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Associations and Organizations
Government Agencies
23 Chemical and Waste Management
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Hazardous Chemicals
Hazard Communication Program
Dental Office Waste Management
24 Dental Unit Waterlines
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Microorganisms in Dental Unit Waterlines
Methods for Reducing Bacterial Contamination
Infection Control and Dental Unit Water
25 Ergonomics
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Ergonomics in the Dental Office
Posture
Repetition and Force
Muscle-Strengthening Exercises
Part Six Patient Information and Assessment
Introduction
Introduction
26 The Patient Record
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Patient Compliance
Patient Record Forms
27 Vital Signs
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Factors That Affect Vital Signs
Temperature
Pulse
Respiration
Blood Pressure
Advanced Monitoring Procedures
28 Oral Diagnosis and Treatment Planning
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Examination and Diagnostic Techniques
Instrumentation
Recording the Dental Examination
Clinical Examination of the Patient
The Treatment Plan
29 The Special Needs and Medically Compromised Patient
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Role of the Dental Assistant
The Aging Population
The Special Needs Patient
Specific Disorders of the Medically Compromised Patient
30 Principles of Pharmacology
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Overview of Drugs
Dispensing of Drugs
Drug Reference Materials
Drug Dosage
Drugs Commonly Prescribed in Dentistry
Drugs Commonly Prescribed in Medicine
Adverse Drug Effects
31 Assisting in a Medical Emergency
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Preventing a Medical Emergency
Emergency Preparedness
Recognizing a Medical Emergency
Emergency Care Standards
Emergency Equipment and Supplies
Emergency Responses
Common Medical Emergencies Experienced in the Dental Office
Documentation of an Emergency
Part Seven Foundation of Clinical Dentistry
Introduction
Introduction
32 The Dental Office
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Design of the Dental Office
Office Environment
Clinical Equipment
Care of Dental Equipment
Morning and Evening Routines for Dental Assistants
33 Delivering Dental Care
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Knowing Your Patien