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• Clear, approachable writing style makes it easier to learn proper techniques and gain confidence, acknowledging not only the patient’s fear of injection but also the fears of the inexperienced clinician. 

• More than 400 full-color photographs and illustrations show techniques, procedures, and instruments. 

• Procedures boxes provide illustrated, step-by-step instructions for performing specific procedures, including indications, contraindications, nerves and teeth affected, operator and patient positioning, insertion point, penetration, amount of anesthetic, and working time.

• Case studies make it easier to apply concepts to the clinical setting and to develop problem-solving skills.

• Review questions at the end of each chapter provide the opportunity to assess your understanding, and the Evolve website provides chapter practice quizzes and a 55-question mock examination. 

• Dental Hygiene Considerations boxes summarize key points and tips for optimal care.

• Expert author Demetra Logothetis is an educator with more than 20 years of experience teaching local anesthesia administration for dental hygienists.

• Key terms are highlighted within the text and defined in the glossary.

• NEW! Updated information is provided on local anesthesia guidelines.

• NEW! Videos of 15 local anesthesia procedures on the Evolve website demonstrate how to perform procedures.

• NEW! Updated clinical photos are added to show examples of both proper and improper techniques.

• NEW! Updated case studies, procedure boxes, and multiple-choice review questions allow you to measure your progress.