Easy to read and easy's practical text provides an understanding of the basic principles of pharmacology. It covers the most common drugs that you'll encounter in clinical practice, including the drugs a patient may already be taking and the drugs prescribed by the dentist. A logical and consistent organization makes it easy to look up drug group indications, pharmacokinetics, pharmacologic effects, adverse reactions, drug interactions, and dosages.
• A new Hygiene-Related Oral Disorders chapter summarizes prevention and treatment of dental caries, gingivitis, and tooth hypersensitivity.
• A new Natural/Herbal Products and Dietary Supplements chapter relates this fast growing area to dental hygiene.
• New Dental Hygiene Considerations boxes show how principles of pharmacology apply specifically to dental hygienists.
• Additional illustrations simplify difficult concepts, including topics such as receptors, drug metabolism, and pain control.
• A new full-color insert illustrates examples of many common oral pathological conditions.
• Drug Interactions are emphasized, with explanations of why specific drugs may or may not be appropriate for use in a dental treatment plan.
• Note boxes highlight important concepts, indications, contraindications, memory tools, warnings, and more.
• Chapter review questions help you assess your understanding and identify areas for further study.