Author: Institute of Medicine Publisher: National Academies Press ISBN: 0309176395 Category : Medical Languages : en Pages : 365
Book Description
Six dental schools have closed in the last decade and others are in jeopardy. Facing this uncertainty about the status of dental education and the continued tension between educators and practitioners, leaders in the profession have recognized the need for purpose and direction. This comprehensive volumeâ€"the first to cover the education, research, and patient care missions of dental schoolsâ€"offers specific recommendations on oral health assessment, access to dental care, dental school curricula, financing for education, research priorities, examinations and licensing, workforce planning, and other key areas. Well organized and accessible, the book: Recaps the evolution of dental practice and education. Reviews key indicators of oral health status, outlines oral health goals, and discusses implications for education. Addresses major curriculum concerns. Examines health services that dental schools provide to patients and communities. Looks at faculty and student involvement in research. Explores the relationship of dental education to the university, the dental profession, and society at large. Accreditation, the dental workforce, and other critical policy issues are highlighted as well. Of greatest interest to deans, faculty, administrators, and students at dental schools, as well as to academic health centers and universities, this book also will be informative for health policymakers, dental professionals, and dental researchers.
Author: Esther K. Andrews Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins ISBN: 9780781753593 Category : Medical Languages : en Pages : 390
Book Description
This textbook prepares dental hygiene students and dental hygienists to handle the business and operational aspects of the dental office. The book teaches students how a dental office functions from an operational standpoint and how dental hygienists, as licensed professionals, fit into that operation. Major sections cover basics of dentistry and dental law, office management, applied communications, and employability skills. To accommodate a two-credit course, the text is concise and focuses on exercise-based learning. Each chapter includes workbook exercises, study questions, critical thinking activities, case studies, and RDH board practice questions, as well as selected references, Websites, and student activities.
Author: Joseph P. Graskemper Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 0470959770 Category : Medical Languages : en Pages : 42
Book Description
Professional Responsibility in Dentistry: A Practical Guide to Law and Ethics integrates dental law, risk management, professionalism, and ethics, as all are interrelated in everyday practice. Beyond theory, the fact-based approach of this book shows examples of various situations the dentist may face. Dr. Graskemper addresses a range of topics, from legal concepts and regulation of dentistry to professionalism and ethics. He points out specific issues in the practice of dentistry, particularly those that confront new dentists and dentists with new practices. True Cases throughout the book walk readers through real-world examples of complex situations and discuss the proper way to handle them with attention to the legal, ethical, and practice management ramifications. These include patient charting, professional criticisms, child neglect, associateships, patient refunds, and more.
Author: Michele Leonardi Darby Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences ISBN: 1455726028 Category : Medical Languages : en Pages : 425
Book Description
Reinforce your classroom knowledge and learn to perform clinical procedures with ease and accuracy. The Procedures Manual to Accompany Dental Hygiene: Theory and Practice contains step-by-step descriptions with information about the materials and equipment necessary to carry out the procedures. Rationales are included to ensure that you comprehend the science behind each step of the procedure. The manual also includes client education handouts and helpful tables and lists covering assessment, evaluation, and general client care. You'll want to keep this book by your side as a quick reference in clinics and as a refresher once you start your practice. - Procedures include simple, clear illustrations and rationales for each step. - Client education handouts and physical assessment and communication tips provide targeted resources for your role in the prevention of oral diseases. - The easy-to-use format makes it a handy and highly portable reference.
Author: American Dental American Dental Association Publisher: ISBN: 9781684471584 Category : Languages : en Pages : 300
Book Description
Updated in 2021 by the ADA Division of Legal Affairs, this book addresses the wide array of new and longstanding legal issues relevant to dental practices in a user-friendly format with additional related references and resources in each chapter. Covers key questions such as: What are the advantages and disadvantages of a sole proprietorship?; What does the Americans with Disabilities Act require for office design?; Are there legal issues in making the transition to a paperless office?; Can I require drug testing of applicants?; What legal limits are there on advertising my practice?; What are "biometrics" and how might they affect healthcare providers?; Can I charge interest on overdue amounts?; How often should patients be asked to update their health history forms?. Addresses topics such as the various regulations relating to HIPAA, the Sunshine Act, the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS), and the federal Anti-Kickback Statute and Self-Referral (Stark) Law. It also includes new material on issues such as emergency preparedness, biometrics, and ransomware. With sample contracts, checklists, and other helpful supplementary materials are included in the appendices. Includes e-book access.
Author: American Dental Association Publisher: American Dental Association ISBN: 1684470080 Category : Medical Languages : en Pages : 416
Book Description
Provides legal guidance for dental practice formation, marketing, employment, privacy and data security, disability access, contracts, antitrust, insurance, collections, reimbursement, patient treatment, and more. Covers the Physician Payment Sunshine Act, website accessibility, online ratings sites, Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). Includes sample agreements for associateships.
Author: Phyllis Beemsterboer Publisher: Saunders ISBN: 9781455745463 Category : Dental ethics Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the ethical and legal issues in dental practice and learn professional, practical ways to handle them with Ethics and Law in Dental Hygiene, 3rd Edition. Written by expert author, speaker, and educator Phyllis Beemsterboer, the new edition of this trusted reference uses real-world situations liberally to clarify key concepts and incorporates timely content on alternative workforce models, the Affordable Care Act, professionalism, and more. Additional case studies and "testlets" provide you with with opportunities for application and critical thinking and help prepare you for success on the NBDHE. Dental hygiene-focused coverage highlights need-to-know concepts and information. Content organization with separate sections on ethics, law, and the application of both builds a logical and solid foundation for practical application. Real-world relevance helps you confidently manage the realities of clinical practice. Case applications explore the types of ethical and legal dilemmas dental hygienists commonly encounter. Key vocabulary defines terms that may be complex and new. NEW! Updated coverage addresses timely issues such as alternative workforce models, the Affordable Care Act, professionalism, and more. NEW! Expanded art program visually supports key content. NEW! Expanded case studies help you put material into practice with realistic scenarios. NEW! Additional testlets double the amount of board preparation material.
Author: Phyllis L. Beemsterboer Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences ISBN: 0323352901 Category : Medical Languages : en Pages : 213
Book Description
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the ethical and legal issues in dental practice and learn professional, practical ways to handle them with Ethics and Law in Dental Hygiene, 3rd Edition. Written by expert author, speaker, and educator Phyllis Beemsterboer, the new edition of this trusted reference uses real-world situations liberally to clarify key concepts and incorporates timely content on alternative workforce models, the Affordable Care Act, professionalism, and more. Additional case studies and "testlets" provide you with with opportunities for application and critical thinking and help prepare you for success on the NBDHE. - Dental hygiene-focused coverage highlights need-to-know concepts and information. - Content organization with separate sections on ethics, law, and the application of both builds a logical and solid foundation for practical application. - Real-world relevance helps you confidently manage the realities of clinical practice. - Case applications explore the types of ethical and legal dilemmas dental hygienists commonly encounter. - Key vocabulary defines terms that may be complex and new. - NEW! Updated coverage addresses timely issues such as alternative workforce models, the Affordable Care Act, professionalism, and more. - NEW! Expanded art program visually supports key content. - NEW! Expanded case studies help you put material into practice with realistic scenarios. - NEW! Additional testlets double the amount of board preparation material.
Author: Institute of Medicine
Author: Esther K. Andrews
Author: Joseph P. Graskemper
Author: Michele Leonardi Darby
Author: American Dental American Dental Association
Author: American Dental Association
Author: William P. Prescott
Author: National Learning Corporation
Author: Phyllis Beemsterboer
Author: Phyllis L. Beemsterboer