Community Oral Health Practice for the Dental Hygienist

Build the skills you need to provide effective community oral health care!Community Oral Health Practice for the Dental Hygienist, 6th Edition, describes the role of the public health professional in improving the oral health care of people throughout the community.It discusses key topics such as access to care, the assessment of community dental health programs, social responsibility and government policy, cultural diversity, and career options in public health, and it enhances your skills in interprofessional communication and collaboration in support of patient care.Written by dental hygiene educator Charlene Dickinson, this book helps you prepare for the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE) and provide quality oral health care to diverse populations. Comprehensive, cutting-edge coverage provides everything you need to know to succeed in community dental hygiene practicePractice-oriented content includes learning objectives in each chapter, opening statements with lists