Pharmacology and Therapeutics for Dentistry 7th edition by Frank Dowd, Bart Johnson, Angelo Mariotti ISBN 0323393071 978-0323393072

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ISBN 10: 0323393071 
ISBN 13: 978-0323393072
Author: Frank Dowd, Bart Johnson, Angelo Mariotti  

Gain a complete understanding of drugs affecting patient care! Pharmacology and Therapeutics for Dentistry, 7th Edition describes how to evaluate a patient’s health and optimize dental treatment by factoring in the drugs they take. It explores the basic principles of pharmacology, the ways that drugs affect the body, and the potential for adverse drug interactions. Developed by Frank Dowd, Barton Johnson, and Angelo Mariotti, with chapters from a team of expert contributors, this is the only book written by dental pharmacologists for the dental market. Whether you’re concerned about the drugs a patient is already taking or the drugs you prescribe for treatment, this book helps you reduce risk and provide effective dental care.

• Concise, comprehensive coverage helps you provide safe and effective dental care, exploring the fundamentals of pharmacology and clearly explaining actions of specific drug groups on systems in the human body in addition to covering special topics such as pain control, fear and anxiety, and oral complications of cancer therapy. 
• An emphasis on the dental applications of pharmacology shows how to evaluate a patient’s health and optimize dental treatment by factoring in any medications the patient may be taking.
• Practical appendices provide easy access to essential information, summarizing topics such as drug interactions in clinical dentistry, antiseptics and disinfectants, herbs, controlled substances, protein biopharmaceuticals, drugs used to treat glaucoma, and abbreviations.
• Clinical Rationale for and Significance of Prescription Writing chapter and two appendices on drug prescribing cover both the medications that a patient may already be taking and drugs that a dentist may prescribe for treatment.
• Nearly 50 expert contributors represent a diverse, authoritative panel of authors from many of the major dental schools.

• NEW! Reorganized content is more concise, more relevant, and more visual, with a stronger focus on what you need to know for clinical practice. 
• NEW! Case studies at the beginning of chapters and case discussions at the end help you connect pharmacologic concepts and principles with clinical practice.
• NEW summary tables and boxes provide quick reference to vital information, and include all-new tables on drug indications and mechanisms. 
• NEW! Full-color design and illustrations are added to this edition, enhancing realism and visual learning.
• NEW companion website provides references linked to PubMed.
• NEW! Bullet points list key information at the beginning of each chapter, highlighting need-to-know concepts.

Pharmacology and Therapeutics for Dentistry 7th Table of contents:

• Introduction to Pharmacology in Dentistry
  • Overview of pharmacology and its importance in dental practice
  • The role of pharmacology in patient care
• Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics
  • Absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of drugs
  • Mechanisms of drug action
  • Factors affecting drug responses
• Drug Regulation and Legal Issues
  • FDA regulations and drug approval processes
  • Controlled substances in dentistry
  • Ethical and legal considerations in prescribing medications
• Analgesics and Pain Management in Dentistry
  • Non-opioid analgesics (e.g., NSAIDs)
  • Opioid analgesics for dental procedures
  • Local anesthetics and their usage
  • Management of post-operative pain
• Antibiotics and Antimicrobials
  • Common antibiotics used in dental infections
  • Principles of antibiotic selection in dentistry
  • Resistance patterns and the judicious use of antibiotics
  • Prophylactic antibiotic therapy in dental procedures
• Sedatives, Anxiolytics, and General Anesthetics
  • Benzodiazepines and other sedatives for dental procedures
  • General anesthesia techniques and drugs used in dental surgery
  • Management of anxiety and dental phobia
• Drugs Affecting the Oral Cavity
  • Drugs with side effects on oral tissues (e.g., xerostomia, gingival hyperplasia)
  • Medications that affect salivation, taste, and oral flora
  • Management of drug-induced oral conditions
• Cardiovascular Drugs
  • Drugs used in the management of hypertension and cardiovascular disease in dental patients
  • Anticoagulants and their impact on dental procedures
  • Considerations for dental care in patients with heart conditions
• Drugs for the Treatment of Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders
  • Diabetes management in dental care
  • Medications affecting thyroid function
  • Corticosteroids and their dental implications
• Psychotropic Drugs in Dental Care
  • Antidepressants, antipsychotics, and their effects on dental treatment
  • Dental considerations for patients on psychiatric medications
• Oral Manifestations of Systemic Disease and Medication
  • Oral health implications of systemic diseases like HIV/AIDS, cancer, and renal disease
  • The impact of chemotherapy and radiation on oral health
  • Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ)
• Pediatric Pharmacology in Dentistry
  • Drugs used in pediatric dentistry
  • Pediatric dosing considerations
  • Anesthetic and analgesic choices for children
• Geriatric Pharmacology
  • Age-related changes in drug metabolism and response
  • Medications commonly used in geriatric dental care
  • Managing polypharmacy in elderly dental patients
• Emergency Drug Management in Dentistry
  • Drugs used in dental emergencies (e.g., anaphylaxis, seizures, cardiac arrest)
  • Emergency drug kits and their contents
  • Protocols for drug administration in emergencies
• Alternative and Complementary Therapies
  • Herbal and dietary supplements
  • Potential interactions with dental treatments
  • The role of complementary therapies in dental practice
• Future Trends in Dental Pharmacology
  • Innovations in drug development for dentistry
  • Personalized medicine and pharmacogenomics in dental care

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