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Consumer's Guide to Dentistry
By Gordon J. Christensen, DDS, MSD, PhD, ScD, Internationally
recognized Educator, Founder and Director of Practical Clinical Courses (PCC),
Co-Founder and Senior Consultant to Clinical Research Associates (CRA),
Co-Editor of CRA Newsletter, Adjunct Professor at Brigham Young University,
Clinical Professor at the University of Utah, Practicing Prosthodontist in
Provo, UT
Editorial Reviews
Table of Contents
1. How to Use This Book
Finding Solutions to Your Oral Problems
2. Divisions in Dentistry
Types of Dentists,
3. Finding the Right Dentist
What to Consider in Your Choice of Dentists,
4 . Managed Care
Managed Care Programs in Dentistry
5. Pain Control
Controlling Pain in Dentistry,
Infection Control
Infection Control in the Dental Office,
7. Endodontics
Root Canals, Dead Teeth, Inside of Teeth,
8. Esthetic Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry; Improving Your Smile,
9. Geriatric Dentistry
Dentistry for Mature People
10. Implant Dentistry
Substitutes for Tooth Roots Placed into Your Jaw,
11 Occlusion
Your Bite, the Way Your Teeth Come Together, Temporomandibular Joints,
Temporomandibular Dysfunction,
12. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Pathology, Oral Medicine
Diseases and Surgery Related to the Oral and Facial Areas,
13. Orthodontics
Straightening Teeth,
14. Pediatric Dentistry
Dentistry for Children,
15. Periodontics
Gums and Bone Surrounding Teeth,
16. Prosthodontics, Fixed
Crowns or Bridges Cemented Onto Teeth,
17. Prosthodontics, Removable
Dentures Replacing All or Some Teeth,
18. Restorative or Operative Dentistry
Fillings for Teeth,
19. Preventing the Need for Dental Treatment
20. Additional Sources of Information
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