Newly revised and updated, Fundamentals of Periodontal Instrumentation and Advanced Root Instrumentation, Ninth Edition is an instructional guide to periodontal instrumentation that takes students from the basic skills--patient positioning, intraoral finger rests, and basic instrumentation--to advanced techniques--assessment of periodontal patients and instrumentation of the root branches of multirooted teeth, root concavities, and furcation areas. The overarching instructional goal of the text is to simplify the teaching and learning process for both educators and students. The Ninth Edition retains the many features that have positioned it as a market-leading text on periodontal instrumentation. It adds new features and a content organization designed to enhance student outcomes. Module Outlines: Included at the start of each chapter for students to locate material and approach concepts with a clear organizational framework.Critical Thinking Activities: Found in Practical Focus sections to encourage problem-solving, classroom discussion, and clinical application.Key Terms: Listed at the start of each module to help students easily and accurately master new dental terminology as they progress through the text.Study Aids: Boxes, tables, and flowcharts to reinforce key concepts and provide quick-reference tools for technical practice and review.Learning Objectives: Key concepts highlighted at the beginning of each chapter to help students recognize, study, and retain essential material.Step-by-Step Format: Allows students to work independently and at their own pace while fostering autonomy and decision-making skills.Case-Based Patient Experiences: Real-world scenarios that allow students to apply instrumentation concepts directly to patient care.Student Self-Evaluation Checklists: These checklists guide practice, promote self-assessment, and provide benchmarks for faculty evaluation, helping students assess their competence independently of instructor feedback. © 2026 | 825 pages