Oral Pathology: An Introduction to General and Oral Pathology for Hygienists

Oral Pathology: An Introduction to General and Oral Pathology for Hygienists
ISBN-10
0812114345
ISBN-13
9780812114348
Series
Oral Pathology
Category
Medical / Otolaryngology
Pages
321
Language
English
Published
1992
Publisher
Lea & Febiger
Author
Major M. Ash

Description

Written specifically for the dental hygienist, this 6th edition incorporates new knowledge on the concepts of disease, with the most up-to-date information on genetic disturbances, immune responses and injury, and approaches to understanding periodontal diseases. Significant changes have been made in the chapters covering Lyme disease, AIDS, asbestos etc. This fine revision helps the dental health professional keep informed of how disease influences patients' treatment and helps them to fully understand how they can contribute to their patients' health and welfare.

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