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Basics of Dental Technology - 2nd Edition by Tony Johnson & David G Patrick & Christopher W Stokes & David G Wildgoose & Duncan J Wood (Paperback)
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Highlights
- Now available in a second edition, Basics of Dental Technology is a complete reference for the current techniques and materials used in dental technology.
- About the Author: Dr Tony Johnson is Senior Lecturer in the Academic Unit of Restorative Dentistry and Head of the Dental Technology Unit at the School of Clinical Dentistry at the University of Sheffield, UK.
- 208 Pages
- Medical, Dentistry
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About the Book
Preceded by Basics of dental technology / Tony Johnson ... [et al.]. 2011.Book Synopsis
Now available in a second edition, Basics of Dental Technology is a complete reference for the current techniques and materials used in dental technology.
- Retains the accessible, task-based approach and step-by-step guidance of the first edition
- Features updates throughout, as well as a new chapter on digital dental technology and an interactive student website to support self-assessment
- Explains key competencies, concepts, instruments, and equipment, and also introduces more specialist techniques and procedures, such as denture prosthetics, fixed prosthodontics and orthodontic work
- Provides essential information for trainee dental technicians and students learning about dental technology, including study tips and strategies for working effectively within a dental team
From the Back Cover
The second edition of Basics of Dental Technology: A Step By Step Approach is a complete reference for the current techniques and materials used in dental technology. It retains the accessible, task-based approach and step-by-step guidance that made the first edition so well regarded by readers. Basics of Dental Technology explains key competencies, concepts, terms, instruments and equipment, from impression handling and model production to tray construction, articulators and facebows. The book then goes on to introduce the basics of more specialist techniques and procedures, such as complete and partial denture prosthetics, fixed prosthodontics, orthodontic work, occlusion and implants.
Updated throughout, this second edition also features a new chapter in digital dental technology as well as interactive student website with self-assessment questions and downloadable images. Attuned to the latest developments and filled with tips and advice, this guide provides essential information for trainee dental technicians and students learning about dental technology.
Review Quotes
"Johnson et al. (restorative dentistry, U. of Sheffield, UK) offera resource for trainee dental technicians and undergraduatestudents to current techniques and materials used in dentaltechnology. Using a task-based approach and color photos, theyoutline step-by-step instructions, equipment, procedures, safetytips, and explanations of impression handling, model production, tray construction, articulators and facebows, complete and partialdental prosthetics, fixed prosthodontics, orthodontic work, occlusion and implants, and aesthetics." ("Reference and ResearchBook News," February 2011)
About the Author
Dr Tony Johnson is Senior Lecturer in the Academic Unit of Restorative Dentistry and Head of the Dental Technology Unit at the School of Clinical Dentistry at the University of Sheffield, UK.
Dr David G. Patrick is a University Teacher in the Dental Technology Unit, Academic Unit of Restorative Dentistry at the School of Clinical Dentistry at the University of Sheffield, UK.
Dr Christopher W. Stokes is Senior University Teacher in the Academic Unit of Restorative Dentistry at the School of Clinical Dentistry at the University of Sheffield, UK.
Mr David G. Wildgoose until his retirement in 2009 was a Dental Instructor in the Dental Technology Unit, Academic Unit of Restorative Dentistry at the School of Clinical Dentistry at the University Sheffield, UK.
Dr Duncan J. Wood is a Senior University Teacher in the Dental Technology Unit, Academic Unit of Restorative Dentistry at the School of Clinical Dentistry at the University of Sheffield, UK.