Authrs:

Aggarwal Neha G., Garg Akhil K.

Description:

The book comprehensively presents the science and practice of assessment and treatment modalities of preventive dental care. This edition strives to enhance the readability of this book for dental hygiene and dental students. Unit-I, deals with preventive dental concepts and their evolution, Unit-II describes oral disease etiology and contributing risk factors. Unit-III addresses preventive strategies and health promotion. Unit-IV focuses on target populations and public health approaches to preventing disease and maintaining health in these populations. Book is presented in easy and lucid language. Diagrams are specially designed and also taken from various sources for clarity and simplicity.

CONTENTS

Introduction to Primary Preventive
Dental Plaque
Carious Lesions
Periodontal Diseases
Oral Cancer
Dental Trauma
Host Defense Mechanisms in the Oral
Toothbrushes and Toothbrushing
Dentifrices, Mouthrinses, and Chewing Gums
Self-Care Measures to Supplement
Community Water Fluoridation
Topical Fluoride Therapy
Dental Sealants
Nutrition, Diet, and Associated Oral
Sugar and Other Sweeteners
Professional Dental Hygiene Care
Health Education and Promotion
Tobacco Cessation
Athletic Mouthguards
Technological Advances in Primary
Public Health Programs
Pregnancy and Infancy
Pediatrics
Adult Dental Care
Geriatrics
Medically Compromised Populations
Populations with Developmental

ISBN: 978-9384007508

Published Date: 2017

Page Count: 690  , File Size: 33  Mb