Written and designed for first-year, first-semester dental hygiene programs, this easy-to-read and well-organized resource helps the reader develop basic introductory and practical skills. Each clinical process is written in a step-by-step fashion, an ideal format for the hands-on learner.

Features:

• "Preclinical Tips" showcased in each chapter-interesting facts designed to measure and broaden the learner's knowledge.
• Fundamental objectives and key terms listed at the beginning of each chapter establish a basis for understanding.
• End-of-chapter review questions reinforce comprehension.