Illustrated Anatomy of the Head and Neck

Now in full-color, the thoroughly revised 3rd edition of Illustrated Anatomy of the Head and Neck presents comprehensive coverage of all the information needed in the study of head and neck anatomy. It presents an understanding of anatomical parts and focal points for injection sites that are essential in the practice of dentistry, dental hygiene, and dental assisting. Special emphasis is placed on such topics as anatomy of the temporomandibular joint, the spread of dental infection, and the anatomical basis of local anesthesia for pain control. Also includes flashcards for students who want to test their knowledge of basic anatomy and a new Evolve website offers a variety of study materials.

Key Features

Each chapter features clinical photographs and high-quality line art.
High-quality illustrations, now in full color, clarify essential concepts.
Labeling exercises appear in each chapter to help students identify the different structures and test their knowledge of anatomy.
Each chapter features multiple-choice review questions that can be used by the instructor for testing or by the student for self-study.
Each chapter topic is relevant to the present needs of the dental professional and builds on former topics to make it easier for students to move through the text and successfully comprehend the information.
Tables throughout the book present and compare similar information to make it more meaningful for students to recognize similarities and differences among related topics.
A chapter outline at the beginning of each chapter provides a quick view of the chapter's contents.
Learning objectives outlined at the beginning of each chapter clearly identify the information students are expected to absorb from studying the chapter.
A bibliography list at the back of the text provides a succinct overview of additional reference resources.
Key terms and anatomical structure terms clearly highlight important terms in each chapter and provide easy access to pronunciation and definitions to make it easier for students to check their understanding as they are reading.
A glossary at the back of the book provides the meaning of important dental terminology conveniently located in one place.

New to this Edition

Full-color design and illustrations improves the effectiveness of drawings that appear throughout the book.
Evolve website offers helpful features for students and faculty (see ancillary section for full description).
64 flashcards provide an excellent study tool for students who want to test their knowledge of head and neck anatomy.

Related Titles

Anatomy of Orofacial Structures, 7th Edition
Essentials of Oral Histology and Embryology, 3rd Edition : A Clinical Approach
Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy, 2nd Edition

Related Links and Downloads

Evolve Courses and Resources - Evolve site



Contents
1. Introduction to Head and Neck Anatomy

Clinical Applications
Anatomical Nomenclature
Normal Anatomical Variation
2. Surface Anatomy
Surface Anatomy
Regions of the Head
Regions of the Neck
3. Skeletal System
Overview of the Skeletal System
Bones of the Head and Neck
Abnormalities of Bone
4. Muscular System
Overview of the Muscular System
Muscles of the Head and Neck
5. Temporomandibular Joint
Anatomy of the Temporomandibular Joint
Jaw Movements with Muscle Relationships
Disorders of the Joint
6. Vascular System

Overview of the Vascular System
Arterial Blood Supply to the Head and Neck
Venous Drainage of the Head and Neck
Vascular Lesions
7. Glandular Tissue
Overview of the Glandular Tissue
Lacrimal Glands
Salivary Glands
Thyroid Gland
Parathyroid Glands
Thymus Gland
8. Nervous System
Overview of the Nervous System
Nerves to the Oral Cavity and Associated Structures
Nerve Lesions of the Head and Neck
9. Anatomy of Local Anesthesia
Overview of Anatomical Considerations for Local Anesthesia
Maxillary Nerve Anesthesia
Mandibular Nerve Anesthesia
10. Lymphatic System
Overview of the Lymphatic System
Lymph Nodes of the Head and Neck
Tonsils
Lymphadenopathy
Metastasis and Cancer
11. Fascia and Spaces
Overview of the Fascia
Spaces of the Head and Neck
12. Spread of Dental Infection
Infectious Process
Dental Infections
Spread of Dental Infections
Prevention of the Spread of Dental Infections
Appendix A: Bibliography
Appendix B: Extraoral and Intraoral Clinical Assessment
Glossary of Key Terms and Anatomical Terms


Author Information
By Margaret J. Fehrenbach, RDH, MS, Dental Hygienist, Educational Consultant, and Oral Biologist, Private Practice, Seattle WA; Adjunct Faculty, Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI; and Susan W. Herring, PhD, Anatomist and Researcher, Professor of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, Adjunct Professor of Biological Structure, School of Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, WA