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The Dental Hygienist's Guide to
Nutritional Care
Synopsis
This reference should provide dental
hygienists with basic nutrition principles, and applies these
principles to dental hygiene practice. It explains how to
effectively assess these clients, and then educate them about
well-balanced dietary habits for their oral health. The book takes a
holistic, collaborative approach to the nutritional needs of
clients. It discusses nutritional problems encountered throughout
the life cycle and various cultural food patterns to enable readers
to provide care for all ages of dental hygiene clients and cultural
groups.
Description
This unique, new reference provides
dental hygienists with basic nutrition principles, and applies these
principles to dental hygiene practice. It explains how to
effectively assess clients, and then educate them about
well-balanced dietary habits for their oral health as well as their
overall well-being. The guide reflects a holistic, collaborative
approach to the nutritional needs of clients with diverse
backgrounds and nutrient requirements.
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