An edition of Dental terminology
(2013)
Dental terminology
3rd ed.
by Charline M. Dofka
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction to dental terminology : Locate the dental word ; Pronounce the dental word ; Analyze the structure of the dental word ; Define the meaning of the dental word ; Pluralize the dental word ; Use the dental word ; Review exercises
2. Anatomy and oral structures : Anatomy of the skull ; Anatomical features of the skull ; Landmarks and features of the mandible ; Muscles of mastication ; Trigeminal nerve location and functions ; Blood supply of the cranium ; Locations and purposes of the salivary glands ; Agents and functions of the lymphatic system ; Important structures in the oral cavity ; Review exercises
3. Tooth origin and formation : Classification of the human dentition ; Histological stages of tooth development ; Tissue structure of the teeth ; Tissue composition of the periodontium ; Odontology/morphology ; Tooth surfaces ; Review exercises
4. Practice and facility setups : Dental professionals ; Places of employment ; Dental hand instruments ; Rotary dental instruments ; Dental facility operative equipment ; Review exercises
5. Infection control : Disease conditions ; Causes of disease and infection ; Port of entry for disease ; Immunity factors ; Disease prevention ; Agencies concerned with disease control ; Review exercises
6. Emergency care : Emergency-prevention techniques ; Emergency-prevention equipment and materials ; Airway obstruction and resuscitation protocol ; Classification of shock ; Common medical emergencies ; Common dental emergencies ; Review exercises
7. Examination and prevention : Procedures involved with the initial examination ; Examination of the oral tissues ; Examination of the teeth ; Charting methods ; Alginate impressions ; Home preventive techniques ; Dental facility preventive practices ; Review exercises
8. Pain management and pharmacology : Description of pain and methods to relieve distress ; Local anesthesia ; General anesthesia ; Pharmacology and the science of drugs ; Drug interactions with body functions ; Drug forms and methods of distribution ; Routes for drug administration ; Drug prescription content ; Classification and types of drug agents ; Review exercises
9. Radiography : Definition and production of X-rays ; Properties of roentgen rays ; Measurement of radiation energy ; Radiation protection ; Composition, types, and qualities of dental radiographs ; Techniques for exposing radiographs ; Radiographic film processing ; Digital image retrieval and enhancement ; Mounting radiographs ; Assorted radiographic errors ; 3D radiology ; Review exercises
10. Tooth restorations : Patient preparation and procedure area ; Isolation of the operative site ; Preparation of the restorative site ; Matrix placement ; Cements, liners, and base materials ; Restoration placement terminology ; Restorative materials ; Finishing methods ; Review exercises
11. Cosmetic dentistry : Definition of cosmetic dentistry and related areas ; Smile makeover ; Tooth whitening ; Tooth bonding and veneer application ; Cosmetic tooth restorations ; Periodontal tissue surgery ; Dental implants ; Accelerated orthodontics ; Review exercises
12. Prosthodontics : Divisions in the field of prosthodontics ; Types and characteristics of prosthodontic materials ; Fixed prosthodontics ; Removable dental prostheses ; Procedures and methods used in the prosthodontic practice ; Use of implants in prosthodontics ; Miscellaneous prosthodontic services ; Review exercises
13. Endodontics : Science and practice of endodontic dentistry ; Diagnostic procedures to determine pulpal conditions ; Endodontic treatment procedures ; Endodontic treatment equipment and materials ; Surgical endodontic treatments ; Endodontic treatment of traumatized teeth ; Tooth replantation procedures ; Review exercises
14. Oral and maxillofacial surgery : Duties and functions of an oral and maxillofacial surgeon ; Instrumentation related to oral surgery ; Surgical procedures involved in exodontia ; Procedures involved in soft-tissue surgery ; Procedures involved in minor bone surgery ; Surgical procedures involved in fracture repair ; Procedures involved in maxillofacial surgery ; Oral surgery procedures involved with TMJ dysfunction ; Surgical procedures involved in implantology ; Oral surgery role in esthetic dentistry ; Review exercises
15. Orthodontics : Purpose of orthodontic practice and malocclusion classifications ; Types and methods of orthodontic treatment ; Requirements for diagnosis and treatment planning for malocclusion ; Intraoral appliances and auxiliaries used in orthodontics ; Types and purposes of headgear and traction devices ; Assorted and specialized appliances and retainers ; Instrumentation for the orthodontic practice ; Review exercises
16. Periodontics : Anatomy of the periodontium ; Etiology and symptoms of periodontal diseases ; Classification of periodontal diseases ; Periodontal examination and evaluation ; Measurement and recording of periodontal conditions ; Periodontial treatment methods ; Periodontal involvement with dental implants and cosmetic dentistry ; Instrumentation for periodontics ; Review exercises
17. Pediatric dentistry : Scope of pediatric dentistry ; Development and growth concerns of the pediatric dentition ; Maintenance and preservation of the pediatric dentition ; Restorative dental care for the primary dentition ; Control and sedation of the child patient ; Treatment for trauma and abuse ; Use of dental records for patient identification ; Miscellaneous child health conditions ; Review exercises
18. Dental laboratory materials : Impression materials ; Gypsum materials ; Wax materials ; Dental polymer materials ; Precious and base metals ; Abrasive and polishing materials ; Cement materials ; Characteristics of dental laboratory materials ; Review exercises
19. Dental laboratory procedures : Range and scope of the dental laboratory ; Dental laboratory equipment ; Denture construction laboratory procedures ; Removable partial denture construction laboratory procedures ; Fixed prosthodontic dental laboratory procedures ; Miscellaneous dental laboratory procedures ; CAD/CAM in the dental laboratory ; Review exercises
20. Business management procedures : Office communication procedures ; Appointment control ; Patient records and filing procedures ; Business correspondence ; Dental insurance terms ; Financial management ; Inventory control ; Legal and ethical terms ; Review exercises
Appendixes : A. Word elements ; B. Answers to chapter 1 exercises
Glossary
Glossary of acronyms
Glossary of insurance terms.
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Includes index.
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