Legal and ethical considerations for dental hygienists and assistants

Dental hygienists and dental assistants need to be aware of current accepted legal processes related to such issues as infection control, insurance, malpractice, liability, and negligence. "Lagal And Ethical Considerations For Dental Hygenists And Assistants" provides them with strong theoretical and philosophical information concerning the legal, ethical, and management dilemmas that face the entire dental health team.

Real-life examples, with expert commentary and follow-up questions, illustrate legal situations the dental hygienist or assistant may face.