Basics of Dental Technology: A Step by Step Approach

Now available in a second edition, Basics of Dental Technology is a complete reference for the current techniques and materials used in dental technology.

• Retains the accessible, task-based approach and step-by-step guidance of the first edition
• Features updates throughout, as well as a new chapter on digital dental technology and an interactive student website to support self-assessment
• Explains key competencies, concepts, instruments, and equipment, and also introduces more specialist techniques and procedures, such as denture prosthetics, fixed prosthodontics and orthodontic work
• Provides essential information for trainee dental technicians and students learning about dental technology, including study tips and strategies for working effectively within a dental team

Dr Tony Johnson is Senior Lecturer in the Academic Unit of Restorative Dentistry and Head of the Dental Technology Unit at the School of Clinical Dentistry at the University of Sheffield, UK.

Dr David G. Patrick is a University Teacher in the Dental Technology Unit, Academic Unit of Restorative Dentistry at the School of Clinical Dentistry at the University of Sheffield, UK.

Dr Christopher W. Stokes is Senior University Teacher in the Academic Unit of Restorative Dentistry at the School of Clinical Dentistry at the University of Sheffield, UK.

Mr David G. Wildgoose until his retirement in 2009 was a Dental Instructor in the Dental Technology Unit, Academic Unit of Restorative Dentistry at the School of Clinical Dentistry at the University Sheffield, UK.

Dr Duncan J. Wood is a Senior University Teacher in the Dental Technology Unit, Academic Unit of Restorative Dentistry at the School of Clinical Dentistry at the University of Sheffield, UK.