History Taking & Clinical Examination In Dentistry

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Quick Overview This book has been written with the philosophy that the acquisition of clinical skills is most effectively undertaken at the chairside. This book should be used as a companion, to be taken in the clinics where the information is most needed. The book begins with a system of history taking followed by chapters covering clinical examination and diagnosis. Each stage of the examination starts with a detailed step-by-step description of the examination method complemented by relevant illustrations, diagrams and tables. This book was written keeping in mind the problems faced in clinics by undergraduate and postgraduate students regarding history taking, clinical examination, diagnosis and treatment planning as no book is available in the market focusing specifically on these topics. Key Features The book describes the methodical approach to reach the appropriate diagnosis of oro-dental disease. It also describes in detail the history taking, examination, diagnosis and treatment planning of oro-dental diseases. Method involves: • General Information • Chief Complaint • History of Present Illness • Previous Dental History • Medical History • Personal Dental History • Clinical Examination • Extraoral Examination • Intraoral Examination • Establishing the Diagnosis • Investigations • Final Diagnosis • Formulating a Comprehensive Treatment Plan. Detail description of oro-dental diseases and their prevention is also discussed. Target Audience This book is intended primarily for use at the outset of clinical training; once students have achieved proficiency in the basic skills of interviewing and examining, the book should also prove useful for revision.