Dental Radiography Principles and Techniques
Dental Radiography Principles and Techniques, 6th Edition by Joen Iannucci, published by Elsevier on November 7, 2021, is a comprehensive resource designed for dental assistants and dental hygienists. This edition provides a solid foundation in the essential skills required for safe and effective dental imaging, featuring detailed procedures, illustrations of oral anatomy, and insights into both digital and three-dimensional imaging techniques. The text also includes a guide to image interpretation and case scenarios aligned with the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination.
Readers will find extensive coverage of radiation safety and technique basics, supported by step-by-step instructions and anatomical drawings that facilitate accurate performance while minimizing patient exposure. The book incorporates practical features such as application to practice tips, summary tables, and end-of-chapter quizzes to enhance understanding. New content in this edition addresses advancements in digital imaging and radiographic interpretation, while the Evolve companion website offers additional resources, including case studies and interactive exercises, to further support learning in the field of dental hygiene and assisting.
Official synopsis Publisher
**Selected for Doody’s Core Titles® 2024 with “Essential Purchase” designation in Dental Hygiene & Auxiliaries**
Master the skills required for safe, effective dental imaging! Dental Radiography: Principles and Techniques, 6th Edition provides a solid foundation in the radiation and technique basics that dental assistants and dental hygienists need to know. Clear, comprehensive coverage includes detailed, step-by-step procedures, illustrations of oral anatomy and photos of new equipment, digital and three-dimensional imaging, a guide to image interpretation, and National Board Dental Hygiene Examination-style case scenarios. Written by noted educators Joen M. Iannucci and Laura Jansen Howerton, Elsevier’s bestselling text on dental radiography prepares you for success in the classroom, on your CDA or NBDHE exam, and in clinical practice.
- Comprehensive coverage provides a solid foundation for the safe, effective use of radiation in the dental office.
- Step-by-step procedures support clear instructions with anatomical drawings, positioning photos, and radiographs, helping you confidently and accurately perform specific techniques and minimize radiation exposure to the patient.
- Application to Practice and Helpful Hint features highlight common clinical encounters and provide a checklist with the dos and don’ts of imaging procedures.
- Summary tables and boxes recap the key points of text discussions and serve as useful review and study tools.
- End-of-chapter quiz questions assess your understanding of important content.
- Evolve companion website supplements the print book with case studies, interactive exercises, review questions, and more.
- NEW! Expanded content addresses the areas of digital imaging, radiographic interpretation, dental materials, and dental X-ray equipment.
- NEW! Updated illustrations include detailed equipment photos and new photos of techniques.
- NEW! Procedure videos on the Evolve website demonstrate techniques used for intraoral exposures, and include an interactive Q&A on the video material.
- NEW! Canadian Content Corner on Evolve provides information specific to dental radiography in Canada.
Author
Publisher
Topics
FAQ
What is “Dental Radiography Principles and Techniques” about?
Who is the author of “Dental Radiography Principles and Techniques”?
When was “Dental Radiography Principles and Techniques” published?
What is the ISBN for “Dental Radiography Principles and Techniques”?
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
