edited by Michele Leonardi Darby, Margaret M. Walsh.
Fourth edition.
St. Louis, Missouri :
Elsevier,
[2015]
xiv, 1176 pages :
color illustrations ;
29 cm
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Emphasizing evidence-based research and clinical compentencies, this comprehensive resource provides coverage of the dental hygienist's roles and responsibilities in today's practice. It offers a clear approach to science and theory, a step-by-step guide to core dental hygiene procedures, and realistic scenarios to help with the development of skills in decision making. Included is the "Human Needs Conceptual Model" framework, based on Maslow's human needs theory, which helps dental hygienists treat the whole person, not just specific diseases or conditions.