"Local Anesthesia for Dental Professionals, 2nd Edition," authored by Kathy Bassett, Arthur DiMarco, and Doreen Naughton, has garnered positive feedback from dental educators and practitioners.
Dr. Michael DiTolla, a clinical evaluator, praised the book for its comprehensive updates and practical guidance on injection techniques, noting that it effectively aids clinicians in mastering procedures such as the Gow-Gates and AMSA injections.
The textbook is recognized for its user-friendly format, combining clear, step-by-step instructions with high-quality illustrations, making complex concepts accessible to both dental and dental hygiene students.
The inclusion of both local anesthesia and nitrous oxide-oxygen sedation in this edition provides a comprehensive resource for pain control in dental practice.
Additionally, the book offers extensive online resources and a companion technique DVD, enhancing the learning experience by providing real-world applications and case studies.
This all-in-one resource is valuable not only for students but also for practicing clinicians seeking to refine their skills or learn new injection techniques.
Overall, "Local Anesthesia for Dental Professionals, 2nd Edition" is esteemed for its thorough coverage, practical approach, and the inclusion of multimedia resources, making it a significant asset in dental education and practice.
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CONTENTS
Section I: Pain Control Concepts
1. Perspectives on Local Anesthesia for Dental Professionals
2. Fundamentals of Pain Management
3. The Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology of Pain Control
Section II: Pharmacology of Local Anesthetic Pain Control
4. Pharmacology Basics
5. Dental Local Anesthetic Drugs
6. Vasoconstrictors in Dentistry
7. Dose Calculations for Local Anesthetic Solutions
8. Topical Anesthetics
Section III: Injection Fundamentals
9. Local Anesthetic Delivery Devices
10. Patient Assessment for Local Anesthesia
11. Fundamentals for Administration of Local Anesthetic Agents
Section IV: Clinical Administration of Local Anesthesia
12. Injections for Maxillary Pain Control I
13. Injections for Maxillary Pain Control II. Palatal Approach
14. Injections for Mandibular Pain Control
15. Supplemental Techniques and Adjunctive Strategies
16. Troubleshooting Inadequate Anesthesia
17. Local Anesthesia Complications and Management
Section V: Special Considerations for Local Anesthesia
18. Insights for Fearful Patients
19. Insights from Pediatric Dentistry
20. Insights from Specialties: Oral Surgery, Periodontics, Endodontics
Section VI: Nitrous Oxide-Oxygen Sedation
21. Fundamentals for the Administration of Nitrous Oxide-Oxygen Sedation
Appendix I: Anatomical Review
