Procedures Manual to Accompany Dental Hygiene. Theory and Practice

Description

Reinforce your classroom knowledge and learn to perform clinical procedures with ease and accuracy. THE PROCEDURES MANUAL TO ACCOMPANY DENTAL HYGIENE THEORY AND PRACTICE contains step-by-step descriptions with information about the materials and equipment necessary to carry out the procedures. Rationales are included to ensure that you comprehend the science behind each step of the procedure. The manual also includes client education handouts and helpful tables and lists covering assessment, evaluation, and general client care. You’ll want to keep this book by your side as a quick reference in clinics and as a refresher once you start your practice.

Key Features

• Procedures include simple, clear illustrations and rationales for each step.
• Client education handouts and physical assessment and communication tips provide targeted resources for your role in the prevention of oral diseases.
• The easy-to-use format makes it a handy and highly portable reference.

Table of Contents

PART 1: DENTAL HYGIENE PROCEDURES
Section 2: Preparation for the Appointment
Chapter 8: Medical Emergencies
Procedure 8-1: Initial Assessment Procedure 8-2: Rescue Breathing–Adult, Child, Infant Procedure 8-3: Single-Rescuer CPR–Adult, Child, Infant Procedure 8-4: Two-Rescuer CPR–Adult and Child Procedure 8-5: Single-Rescuer CPR Using an AED–Adult and Child Procedure 8-6: Conscious Choking–Adult and Child Procedure 8-7: Unconscious Choking–Adult and Child Procedure 8-8: Conscious Choking–Infant Procedure 8-9: Unconscious Choking–Infant
Section 3: Assessments
Chapter 11: Vital Signs
Procedure 11-1: Taking an Oral Temperature Measurement with a Mercury-in-Glass Thermometer Procedure 11-2: Taking an Oral Temperature Measurement with an Electric Thermometer Procedure 11-3: Measuring the Radial Pulse Procedure 11-4: Measuring Respirations Procedure 11-5: Assessing Blood Pressure by Auscultation
Chapter 13: Extraoral and Intraoral Clinical Assessment
Procedure 13-1: Conducting Extraoral Assessments Procedure 13-2: Conducting Intraoral Assessments
Chapter 14: Assessment of the Dentition
Procedure 14-1: Use of an Electric Pulp Tester to Determine Pulp Vitality
Chapter 15: Oral Hygiene Assessment: Soft Deposits and Hard Deposits
Procedure 15-1: Oral Deposit Assessment
Section 5: Implementation
Chapter 22: Mechanical Plaque Biofilm Control: Interdental & Supplemental Self-Care Devices
Procedure 22-1: Spool Flossing Method–Adults Procedure 22-2: Loop Flossing Method–Children and Clients with Limited Manual Dexterity Procedure 22-3: Use of a Floss Holder Procedure 22-4: Use of a Floss Threader Procedure 22-5: Use of a Toothpick in a Toothpick Holder Procedure 22-6: Use of a Wedge Stimulator Procedure 22-7: Use of a Rubber Tip Stimulator Procedure 22-8: Use of an Interdental Brush Procedure 22-9: Use of a Tongue Cleaner Procedure 22-10: Use of a Dental Water Jet–Jet Tip
Chapter 24: Hand-Activated Instruments
Procedure 24-1: Basic Positioning for Assessment and Treatment Procedure 24-2: Use of the Periodontal Probe Procedure 24-3: Use of the Periodontal Explorer Procedure 24-4: Use of the Anterior Sickle Scaler Procedure 24-5: Use of the Posterior Sickle Scaler Procedure 24-6: Use of the Universal Curet Procedure 24-7: Use of Area-Specific Curets Procedure 24-8: Operator Positioning Strategies of Protective Scaling
Chapter 25: Ultrasonic Instrumentation
Procedure 25-1: Instrumentation with the Magnetostrictive Ultrasonic Unit
Chapter 26: Root Morphology and Instrumentation Applications
Procedure 26-1: Root Morphology and Implications for Root Instrumentation
Chapter 27: Management of Extrinsic and Intrinsic Stains
Procedure 27-1: Rubber-Cup Polishing Procedure 27-2: Air Polishing
Chapter 28: Decision Making Related to Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy
Procedure 28-1: Use of Extended-Shank and Mini-Blade Curets
Chapter 29: Chemotherapy for the Control of Periodontal Diseases
Procedure 29-1: Placement of Controlled-Release Drug: Tetracycline Fiber Procedure 29-2: Placement of Controlled-Release Drug: Chlorhexidine Chip Procedure 29-3: Placement of Controlled-Release Drug: Doxycycline Gel Procedure 29-4: Placement of Controlled-Release Drug: Minocycline Hydrochloride Microspheres
Chapter 30: Acute Gingival and Periodontal Conditions, Lesions of Endodontic Origin, and Avulsed Teeth
Procedure 30-1: Emergency Management of the Avulsed Tooth
Chapter 31: Caries Management: Fluorides, Chlorhexidine, Xylitol, and Amorphous Calcium Phosphates
Procedure 31-1: Professionally Applied Topical Fluoride Using the Tray Technique Procedure 31-2: Professionally Applied Sodium Fluoride Varnish Using the Paint-On Technique
Chapter 32: Pit and Fissure Sealants
Procedure 32-1: Applying Light-Cured (Photopolymerized) Sealants Procedure 32-2: Applying Self-Cured (Autopolymerizing) Sealants
Chapter 35: Impressions, Study Casts, and Oral Stents
Procedure 35-1: Selecting the Correct Tray Size and Preparing It for Use Procedure 35-2: Mixing Alginate Procedure 35-3: Making a Mandibular Preliminary Impression Procedure 35-4: Making a Maxillary Preliminary Impression Procedure 35-6: Making a Wax-Bite Registration Procedure 35-6: Pouring the Cast and the Base Procedure 35-7: Constructing and Custom-Made Stent
Chapter 36: Restorative Therapy
Procedure 36-1: Applying a Rubber Dam Procedure 36-2: Removing a Rubber Dam Procedure 36-3: Placing a Tofflemire Matrix System Procedure 36-4: Placing an Amalgam Restoration Procedure 36-5: Finishing and Polishing Amalgam Restorations Procedure 36-6: Placing and Finishing a Resin Composite Restoration Procedure 36-7: Placing a Glass Ionomer Cement Restoration of Class V Abrasion Lesions Procedure 36-8: Restoring a Carious Lesion Using Alternative Restorative Therapy Procedure 36-9: Placing a Stainless Steel Crown Procedure 36-10: Placing a Retraction Cord Procedure 36-11: Preparing Reinforced Zinc Oxide and Eugenol Temporary Restorations (Class II Cavity Preparation)
Section 6: Pain and Anxiety Control
Chapter 37: Behavior Management of Dental Fear and Anxiety
Procedure 37-1: Preparing the Client for Relaxation Therapy Procedure 37-2: Teaching Deep Breathing to a Fearful Client Procedure 37-3: Guided Imagery Procedure 37-4: Guiding the Client into Progressive Muscle Relaxation Procedure 37-5: Guiding the Client into Progressive Relaxation Procedure 37-6: Awakening the Client after Relaxation Therapy
Chapter 38: Dental Hypersensitivity Management
Procedure 38-1: Administration of Desensitizing Agents
Chapter 39: Local Anesthesia
Procedure 39-1: Loading the Metallic or Plastic Cartridge-Type Syringe Procedure 39-2: Unloading the Breech-Loading Metallic or Plastic Cartridge-Type Syringe
Chapter 40: Nitrous Oxide–Oxygen Analgesia
Procedure 40-1: Administration of Nitrous Oxide–Oxygen Analgesic Using the Constant Liter Flow Technique
Section 7: Individuals with Special Needs
Chapter 41: Persons with Disabilities
Procedure 41-1: Transferring a Client from a Wheelchair to a Dental Chair Using a One-Person Lift Procedure 41-2: Transferring a Client from a Wheelchair to a Dental Chair Using a Two-Person Lift
Chapter 45: Persons with HIV Infection
Procedure 45-1: Dental Hygiene Care for the HIV-Infected Client
Chapter 49: Persons with Respiratory Diseases
Procedure 49-1: Management of an Acute Asthmatic Episode
Chapter 55: Persons with Fixed and Removable Dentures
Procedure 55-1: Dental Hygiene Care for Clients with Fixed and Removable Dentures Procedure 55-2: Daily Oral and Denture Hygiene Care for Individuals with Removable Prostheses Procedure 55-3: Daily Oral Care for Individuals with Fixed Prostheses

PART 2: CLIENT EDUCATION HANDOUTS
Section 1: General Dentistry
Congenitally Missing Teeth
Fluorosis, Mottled Enamel, and White Spots
You Can Have Whiter Teeth!
At-Home Tray System: Tooth Whitening Instructions
Prophylactic Antiobiotics for Premedication
Staying Well: How to Keep Your Mouth Healthy
How to Brush! How to Floss!
Juice Drink Alert
Prevention of Decay
When Radiographs Are Necessary
Reversing Decay
Topical Fluoride: At Home and in the Dental Office
Attrition and Abrasion
Bad Breath
Sensitive Teeth
Xerostomia: Dry Mouth Syndrome
Section 2: Pediatric Dentistry
A Child’s First Visit to the Dentist
Early Childhood Caries
Eruption Patterns of Teeth
Prevention of Dental Disease in Infants and Children
Sealants
Supplemental Fluoride
Section 3: Periodontics
Furcation Involvement
Gingival Hyperplasia
Gingivitis
Insufficient Attached Gingiva
Necrotizing Periodontal Disease
Periodontal Disease
Periodontal Disease and Systemic Health
Pocket Depth Measurement
Smoking and Adult Periodontitis
Prophylaxis
Scaling and Root Planing
Scaling and Root Planing: Posprocedure Instructions
Scaling and Root Planing: Reevaluation
Soft Tissue Management
Chlorhexidine Gluconate Oral Rinse 0.12%
Periostat: Systemic Submicrobial Dose of Doxycycline
Site-Specific Antibiotic Therapy
Subgingival Irrigation

PART 3: ASSESSMENT, EVALUATION, AND CLIENT CARE RESOURCES

Author Information

By Michele Leonardi Darby, BSDH, MS, G.W. Hirschfield School of Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting, College of Health Sciences, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA; Eminent Scholar and Graduate Program Director; and Margaret Walsh, RDH, MS, MA, EdD, Department of Public Health & Hygiene, University of California at San Francisco, San Francisco, CA