Be prepared to take your national board with this full-length simulation of the NBDH exam. This bestselling resource now reflects the new case-based format of the national exam along with content that covers new guidelines, especially in the areas of infection control and pharmacology. As you prepare and practice for your exam, you will find multiple ways to study with over 60 clinical case studies, and 1,500 plus questions. The accompanying CD-ROM includes an electronic, simulated exam as well as other interactive-review activities, such as crossword puzzles and word finds. Over 60 "testlets” with accompanying questions, answers, and rationales present hygiene-specific cases that cover the major board topics. Simple, clean layout provides an "all-in-one” package with an outline format and review questions and answers in every chapter. Clear and accurate illustrations, including many new and photos and line drawings provide additional visual learning. New NBDHE Case Study Format in the form of "testlets” simulate the NBDH exam testing conditions. Bound-in CD-ROM includes a full, simulated exam with 350 questions, key terms, color images, crossword puzzles, word finds, and more. CD-ROM includes PowerPoint slides with mnemonic devices and references from the text to reinforce key information. Updated coverage in infection control and pharmacology follows the latest CDC guidelines and outlines dental considerations for newer drugs. Expanded use of tables and flow-charts make the content easier to digest, and flow-charts assist in clinical decision-making.

Get a clear picture of oral biology and the formation and study of dental structures. Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, & Anatomy, 5th Edition is the ideal introduction to one of the most foundational areas in the dental professions - understanding the development, cellular makeup, and physical anatomy of the head and neck regions. Written in a clear, reader-friendly style, this text makes it easy for you to understand both basic science and clinical applications - putting the content into the context of everyday dental practice. New for the fifth edition is evidence-based research on the dental placode, nerve core region, bleeding difficulties, silver diamine fluoride, and primary dentition occlusion. Plus, high-quality color renderings and clinical histographs and photomicrographs throughout the book, truly brings the material to life. UPDATED! Test Bank with cognitive leveling and mapping to the dental assisting and dental hygiene test blueprints UPDATED! User-friendly pronunciation guide of terms ensures students learn the correct way to pronounce dental terminology. Comprehensive coverage includes all the content needed for an introduction to the developmental, histological, and anatomical foundations of oral health. Hundreds of full-color anatomical illustrations and clinical and microscopic photographs accompany text descriptions of anatomy and biology. Clinical Considerations boxes relate abstract-seeming biological concepts to everyday clinical practice. Key terms open each chapter, accompanied by phonetic pronunciations, and are highlighted within the text, and ag glossary provides a quick and handy review and research tool. Expert authors provide guidance and expertise related to advanced dental content. NEW! Evidence-based research thoroughly discusses the dental placode, nerve core region, bleeding difficulties, silver diamine fluoride, and primary dentition occlusion. NEW! Photomicrographs, histographs, and full-color illustrations throughout text helps bring the material to life. NEW! The latest periodontal insights include biologic width, gingival biotype, gingival crevicular fluid quantitative proteomics, clinical attachment level, AAP disease classification, and reactive oxygen species therapy. NEW! Expanded coverage of key topics includes figures on tongue formation, developmental disturbances, root morphology, and TMJ cone beam CT.

Get the thorough understanding of head and neck anatomy needed to perform dental examinations and procedures! Illustrated Anatomy of the Head and Neck, 6th Edition provides complete coverage of oral biology and anatomy, with special emphasis on the anatomy of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Chapters are organized by body systems, and include coverage of the administration of local anesthesia and the spread of dental infection. Detailed images and a focus on clinical considerations make it easier to apply concepts to everyday dental practice. Written by noted educators Margaret J. Fehrenbach and Susan W. Herring, this book prepares you for success on certification exams and as a dental professional. Comprehensive, easy-to-understand coverage provides a solid foundation in head and neck anatomy with in-depth discussion of the TMJ, the spread of infection, and the anatomy of local anesthesia. About 400 full-color images include detailed and clearly labeled anatomic illustrations, skull photographs, and clinical images. Full-color format includes a clear depiction of the oral cavity and related gross anatomy. Key terminology is highlighted within the text and defined in a handy, back-of-book glossary. Expert authors Margaret J. Fehrenbach and Susan W. Herring provide knowledge that is useful in both classroom and clinical settings. Learning resources on the Evolve companion website reinforce your understanding with review questions and quizzes. NEW! Evidence-based research covers brain tissue layers and local anesthesia target areas. NEW! Coverage of the underlying relationship to patient systemic and oral conditions includes topics such as strokes, fractures, serious dental infections, and facial paralysis. NEW! Imaging techniques are updated with the latest protocols and guidelines. NEW! Clinical Considerations link more of the content to practical application. NEW! Easier-to-use pronunciation guide and updated structure mapping are tied to chapter objectives and to the CDA and NBDHE test blueprints. NEW! Student workbook reinforces learning with a wealth of practice opportunities such as review questions, identification exercises, case studies, and flash cards. Available separately.

Corresponding to the content in the text, this comprehensive workbook provides a complete look at the bones, muscles, veins, glands, nerves, lymph nodes, and more of the head and neck. Detailed, high-quality images and a wealth of interactive learning exercises help reinforce challenging dental anatomy content and ensure that you fully grasp these foundational building blocks of oral health care. Comprehensive dental anatomy coverage reinforces student knowledge of all the key structures in the head and neck. Labeling and vocabulary review exercises aid students with memorization and recall. Review questions correlated with chapter coverage help students prepare for course quizzes and tests, as well as certification exams. Case studies challenge students to apply their critical thinking skills to real-world patient scenarios. Forty removable flashcards focus on body systems of the head and neck and are ideal for on-the-go study. Punched and perforated pages make it easy for students to submit workbook exercises as course assignments.