Dental Terminology - Softcover

received an MS from the University of Dayton. She has taken postgraduate studies at Ohio State, West Virginia University, Kent State, and Ohio University. She was employed as a dental assistant/hygienist in oral surgery, orthodontics, and general practices before she became a dental assisting instructor and Diversified Cooperative Health Occupations coordinator at Belmont Career Center in St. Clairsville, Ohio. Along with teaching duties she chartered the National Honor Society participation of the vocational school and was advisor for the VICA opening and closing ceremony team to National competition representing the state of Ohio. Mrs. Dofka has retired from active teaching but maintains life membership in the Iota Lambda Sigma, professional vocational teaching fraternity, DANB dental assisting certification, and maintains retired status as dental hygienist in West Virginia. She is currently serving in consultation practice and advisory board capacity as well as volunteer activities.

1. Introduction to Dental Terminology. 2. Anatomy and Oral Structures. 3. Tooth Origin and Formation. 4. Practice and Facility Setups. 5. Infection Control. 6. Emergency Care. 7. Examination and Prevention. 8. Pain Management / Pharmacology. 9. Dental Radiology. 10. Tooth Restorations. 11. Cosmetic Dentistry. 12. Prostodontics. 13. Endodontics. 14. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. 15. Orthodontics. 16. Periodontics. 17. Pediatric Dentistry. 18. Dental Laboratory Materials. 19. Dental Laboratory Procedures. 20. Business Management Procedures.