Dental Materials: Clinical Applications for Dental Assistants and Dental Hygienists, 5th Edition

Dental Materials: Clinical Applications for Dental Assistants and Dental Hygienists, 5th Edition by W. Stephan Eakle and Kimberly G. Bastin is a practical, clinically oriented guide to the properties, uses, and handling of dental materials. Designed specifically for dental assistants, hygienists, and students, this edition emphasizes real-world applications and integrates foundational knowledge with everyday clinical practice. Through step-by-step procedures, case examples, and high-quality visual content, the text equips dental team members to understand and safely apply a wide range of materials in patient care, while highlighting the science behind their performance.

Key Features

• User-friendly format with Key Points boxes, bulleted lists, and concise paragraphs to simplify complex concepts
• “Do You Recall” boxes to reinforce understanding immediately after new content is presented
• Step-by-step procedure videos on the companion Evolve website for hands-on learning and technique reinforcement
• Updated coverage on implant maintenance, including current guidelines
• Nearly 600 full-color images combining conceptual illustrations and clinical photographs
• Stepwise clinical and laboratory procedures supported by detailed artwork
• Clinical Tip and Caution boxes emphasizing important practical considerations
• End-of-chapter review questions, case discussions, and online practice quizzes for exam preparation
• Key terms highlighted in each chapter and defined in a glossary
• Patient home care instructions to support education and enhance treatment outcomes

Product Details

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Elsevier
• Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 25, 2025
• Edition ‏ : ‎ 5th
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0443114498
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0443114496