Local Anesthesia for the Dental Hygienist 2nd Edition

Your Definitive Guide to Local Anesthesia for Dental Hygienists

Local Anesthesia for the Dental Hygienist, 2nd Edition, is the only book on local anesthesia written specifically for dental hygienists. This award-winning text, penned by a noted dental hygiene educator, provides complete instructions for safe and effective administration of anesthesia, preparing you for success on board exams and confidence in practice.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive Pediatric Coverage: A new chapter on local anesthesia for the child and adolescent, focusing on delivery techniques and administration protocol.
• Advanced Anesthetic Techniques: Covers advanced techniques, including the Vazirani-Akinosi mandibular block, intraseptal injections, and pre-puncture techniques.
• Dynamic Content: Coverage of new anesthetic agents, buffering of anesthetics, drug dosages, and new equipment.
• Step-by-Step Visuals: Over 500 full-color photographs and illustrations, including new clinical photos, demonstrate injection techniques and dental anatomy.
• Effective Learning Tools: Technique and Procedures boxes provide step-by-step instructions. Color-coded anesthesia boxes match the ADA scheme.
• Exam Preparation: Review questions, case studies, and an Evolve companion website with a 55-question mock exam.
• Patient-Centered Approach: A focus on the Human Needs Theory to promote patient-centered care.
• Enhanced eBook: Access the complete text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.