In this post we have shared an overview and download link of Foundations of Periodontics for the Dental Hygienist Enhanced 5th Edition PDF. Read the quick review below and download the PDF by using links given at the end of the post.

The Enhanced 5th Edition has been revised and updated throughout to reflect the hygienist’s increasingly important role in periodontal therapy and to help students confidently apply what they’ve learned to clinical patient care situations.

Features of Foundations of Periodontics for the Dental Hygienist Enhanced 5th Edition PDF:

Following are the features of this book given below:

• Comprehensive and easy-to-understand
• Foundations of Periodontics for the Dental Hygienist, Enhanced 5th Edition equips dental hygiene students with up-to-date, evidence-based coverage of periodontal anatomy, the periodontal disease process, and classifications of periodontal disease.
• Rather than presenting information in narrative style, the author―a leading expert in the field―uses a detailed outline format, making the information easier to read, understand, and reference.
• Rich with engaging learning features and student resources,

Table of Contents:

• Part  1  THE PERIODONTIUM IN HEALTH
•   Chapter  1  Periodontium: The Tooth-Supporting Structures
•   Chapter  2  Microscopic Anatomy of the Periodontium
• Part  2  DISEASES AFFECTING THE PERIODONTIUM
•   Chapter  3  Overview of Diseases of the Periodontium
•   Chapter  4  Classification of Periodontal and Peri-Implant Diseases and Conditions
•   Chapter  5  Clinical Features of the Gingiva
•   Chapter  6  Periodontal Health, Gingival Diseases and Conditions
•   Chapter  7  Periodontitis
•   Chapter  8  Other Conditions Affecting the Periodontium
•   Chapter  9  Peri-Implant Health and Diseases
•   Chapter  10  Clinical Decision-Making for Periodontal Care
• Part  3  RISK FACTORS FOR PERIODONTAL DISEASES
•   Chapter  11  Shared Decision-Making for Periodontal Care
•   Chapter  12  Etiologic Factors: Risk for Periodontal Disease
•   Chapter  13  Oral Biofilms
•   Chapter  14  Basic Concepts of Immunity and Inflammation
•   Chapter  15  Host Immune Response to Plaque Biofilm
•   Chapter  16  Systemic Risk Factors That Amplify Susceptibility to Periodontal Disease
•   Chapter  17  Local Factors Contributing to Periodontal Disease
•   Chapter  18  Nutrition, Inflammation, and Periodontal Disease
•   Chapter  19  Tobacco, Smoking, and Periodontal Disease
• Part  4  ASSESSMENT AND PLANNING FOR PATIENTS WITH PERIODONTAL DISEASE
•   Chapter  20  Clinical Periodontal Assessment
•   Chapter  21  Radiographic Analysis of the Periodontium
•   Chapter  22  Best Practices for Periodontal Care
• Part  5  IMPLEMENTATION OF THERAPY FOR PATIENTS WITH PERIODONTAL DISEASE
•   Chapter  23  Iatrosedation: Easing and Managing Pediatric Patient Fears
•   Chapter  24  Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy
•   Chapter  25  Patient’s Role in Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy
•   Chapter  26  Supragingival and Subgingival Irrigation
•   Chapter  27  Chemical Agents in Periodontal Care
•   Chapter  28  Host Modulation Therapy
•   Chapter  29  Periodontal Surgical Concepts for the Dental Hygienist
•   Chapter  30  Acute Periodontal Conditions
•   Chapter  31  Periodontal Disease in the Pediatric Population
• Part  6  HEALTH MAINTENANCE IN TREATED PERIODONTAL PATIENTS
•   Chapter  32  Encouraging Patient Behavior Change With Motivational Interviewing
•   Chapter  33  Maintenance for the Periodontal Patient
•   Chapter  34  Impact of Periodontitis on Systemic Health
• Part  7  OTHER ASPECTS OF THE MANAGEMENT OF PATIENTS WITH PERIODONTAL DISEASES
•   Chapter  35  Documentation and Insurance Reporting of Periodontal Care
•   Chapter  36  Future Directions for Management of Periodontal Patients
• Part  8  COMPREHENSIVE PATIENT CASES
•   Chapter  37  Comprehensive Patient Cases
• Part  9  ONLINE RESOURCES
•   Chapter  38  Patient Cases: Radiographic Analysis