Develop your skills in evaluation and dental treatment planning for all types of patients with D Diagnosis and Treatment Planning in Dentistry, 3rd Edition. This comprehensive guide, authored by experienced dentistry educators Stephen J. Stefanac DDS MS and Samuel Nesbit, offers a full-color approach to creating treatment plans based on thorough patient assessments. Utilizing evidence-based research, the book illustrates how risk assessment, prognosis, and expected outcomes play crucial roles in the planning process.

New chapters explore patient diagnosis and team-based treatment planning, while a dedicated Evolve website enriches the learning experience with videos and decision-making algorithms. Clear and logical organization helps build your understanding through sections on comprehensive patient evaluation, key treatment planning concepts, a detailed review of the five phases of treatment planning, and guidelines for selecting appropriate care plans. Special attention is given to patients with unique needs.

In-Depth Clinical Practice boxes provide real-world scenarios faced by general dentists, while What’s the Evidence? boxes highlight research articles that impact clinical decision-making and treatment strategies. Ethical considerations are also addressed through dedicated Ethics in Dentistry boxes, ensuring you are well-prepared for a wide range of patient situations.

With 459 pages of valuable content, this book is an essential resource for dentists seeking to enhance their diagnostic and planning skills across various patient types.

Publication Date: February 19, 2016

ISBN-13: 978-0323287302

Dimensions: 8.5 x 1 x 11 inches