Originally by Ann B. Ehrlich.

Introduction to dental assisting -- Professional and legal aspects of dental assisting -- Anatomy and physiology -- Dental anatomy -- Disease transmission -- Infection control and management of hazardous materials -- Surface disinfection and treatment room preparation -- Instrument processing -- Clinical dentistry -- Moisture control -- The dental patient -- The dental examination -- Medical emergencies in the dental office -- Pain and anxiety control -- Radiation safety and production of x-rays -- Oral radiography -- Preventive care -- Coronal polishing and dental sealants -- Instuments, handpieces, and accessories -- Restorative and esthetic dental materials -- Restorative procedures -- Impression materials and laboratory procedures -- Prosthodontics and dental implants -- Periodontics -- Endodontics -- Oral and maxillofacial surgery -- Pediatric dentistry -- Orthodontics -- The job search.