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Textbooks

The following list of required textbooks is published in compliance with State of Arkansas General Assembly Act 175 of the 2007 Regular Session. 

Summer 2009

 DHY 3246 - Local Anesthesia

Malamed, S.  (2004). Handbook of Local Anesthesia (5th ed.). Philadelphia: Mosby. ISBN 0323024491 

Comprehensive coverage of a wide range of topics, this practical "how to" manual explores and teaches methods that enhance good local anesthesia practices, while alerting readers to specific hazards and errors in technique that may result in complications

Fall 2009
 

DHY 2311 - Chemistry for Biological Sciences

Sackheim & Lehman.  (1998). Chemistry for the Health Sciences (8th ed.). Saddle Creek: Prentice Hall. ISBN 0137443196 

                        This comprehensive and flexible text emphasizes the practical aspects of general, organic, and biological chemistry with numerous applications to (and case histories of) clinical nursing and health-related situations 

DHY 2312      Dental Hygiene Theory

Wilkins, E.  (2008). Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist (10th ed.). Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins. ISBN 0781763223 

          Focused guidance on all aspects of dental hygiene in the clinical environment 

DHY 2413 - Dental Hygiene Instrumentation

Nield-Gehrig, J.  (2008). Fundamentals of Periodontal Instrumentation and Advance Root Instrumentation (6th ed.). Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins. ISBN 0781769922 

                   Step-by-step, highly visual guide to the basic skills of periodontal instrumentation and advanced techniques 

DHY 2314 - Human Anatomy & Physiology

Scanlon & Sanders.  (2008). Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology (5th ed.). Philadelphia: F. A. Davis. ISBN 9780803615465 

Comprehensive review of the body's structure and functions.  Reflects the latest research in A&P, including the newly discovered functions of RNA

Scanlon & Sanders.  (2007). Student Workbook for Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology (5th ed.). Philadelphia: F. A. Davis. ISBN 9780803615489

                        Workbook to accompany Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology 

DHY 2215 - Oral Anatomy

Scheid. (2007). Dental Anatomy: Its relevance to Dentistry (7thth ed.). Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins. ISBN 0781768608 

Concise and comprehensive coverage of orofacial embryology, oral histology, and dental anatomy while also providing a brief introduction to dental structures 
 

Brown & Herbranson.  eHuman Tooth Atlas, Dental Hygiene Edition 5.0.

DVD collection for viewing and interaction with 3-D tooth models for vastly improved comprehension and retention of dentistry's complex spatial structures and concepts

DHY 2116 - Oral Embryology and Histology

Bath-Balogh & Fahrenbach. (2006). Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy (2nd ed.). Philadelphia: Saunders. ISBN 1416024999 

Concise and comprehensive coverage of orofacial embryology, oral histology, and dental anatomy while also providing a brief introduction to dental structures 

DHY 2217 - Dental Radiography I

Haring & Howerton. (2006). Radiography (3rd ed.). Philadelphia: Saunders. ISBN 0721615759 

Principles of radiation and the technical skills necessary for the safe and effective use of radiation in the dental office 

DHY 3332 – Pharmacology

          Pickett & Terezhalmy. (2008). Basic Principles of Pharmacology with Dental Hygiene Applications. Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins. ISBN 0781765366 

                   Provides a practical understanding of pharmacology concepts. Includes complete coverage of drugs used in dentistry that may alter dental treatment, emergency drugs, drug interactions, drug abuse, and the pregnant and nursing patient 

DHY 3344 - Dental Health Education and Community Dentistry

Nathe.  (2005). Dental Public Health: Contemporary Practice for the Dental Hygienist (2nd ed.). Saddle Creek: Prentice Hall. ISBN 0131134442 

Provides students with the key tools needed to effectively position and practice dental hygiene in the public health setting. This edition expands the knowledge base necessary for dental hygiene practitioners in the 21st century 

DHY 3334 – Pathology

          DeLong & Burkhart. (2008). General and Oral Pathology for the Dental Hygienist. Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins.  ISBN 9780781755467 

                   Provides a solid foundation of knowledge for students in health professions. Divided into two sections, general pathology and oral pathology, it focuses on the most common diseases 

DHY 3335 – Periodontology

          Perry & Beemsterboer. (2007). Periodontology for the Dental Hygienist (3rd ed.). Philadelphia: Saunders. ISBN 9781416001751 

                   Provides a comprehensive and easy-to-understand presentation of periodontics. The evidence-based approach to periodontal care emphasizes use of research as the foundation for clinical decision-making 

DHY 3351 - Dental Hygiene Clinic II

          Darby, M.  (2006). Mosby’s Comprehensive Review of Dental Hygiene (6th ed.). Philadelphia: Mosby. ISBN 0323037135 

An easy-to-use study aid for the national board exam that puts the most current resources at the reader's fingertips for more relevant supplemental learning

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