Wilkins’ Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist 14th Edition

Capture confidence at the chairside with Wilkins’ Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist, 14th Edition by Linda D. Boyd and Lisa F. Mallonee. This definitive resource blends authoritative scholarship with practical guidance, making it essential for students, instructors, and practicing dental hygienists seeking up-to-date, evidence-based clinical skills.

Discover clear, step-by-step protocols for patient assessment, periodontal therapy, prevention strategies, and infection control, all grounded in current best practices. Clinical photographs, concise procedure summaries, and patient-centered care discussions translate complex concepts into usable techniques you can apply immediately in dental hygiene programs, community clinics, and private practices across the United States and beyond.

Designed to support competency and professional growth, this edition emphasizes critical-thinking, risk assessment, and interprofessional collaboration—helping you improve outcomes, ensure safety, and elevate patient satisfaction. Whether preparing for licensure, refining instrumentation and radiographic skills, or managing common oral-systemic health concerns, you’ll find practical checklists, clinical tips, and evidence summaries that streamline learning and daily care.

Practical, current, and classroom-tested, Wilkins’ Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist, 14th Edition is the go-to manual for those who want to practice with skill and compassion. Add this cornerstone title to your professional library and strengthen your clinical competence today.

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