This essential resource gives the reader a practical overview of the expanding and evolving role of the dental professional in the health care community. Coverage includes globalism, diversity, the impact of technology on public health and community dentistry, and information on Hepatitis C and water fluoridation. - Summary and analysis of the latest manpower predictions on the 21st century - The latest public health law - The most recent updates in health education - The most current information on managed care in dentistry - New topics: technology and its impact on public health and community dentistry; globalism; diversity; new information on Hepatitis C