Dr. Jones informs Mr. Carson about all possible treatment op…
Dr. Jones informs Mr. Carson about all possible treatment options; who would be performing the treatment; and discussed the costs of the treatment. Mr. Carson has the option to accept or refuse any treatment recommendations. This describes which term?
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Mr. Thomas has not been to a dentist in 7 years. His medical history contains no contraindications for treatment. Clinical findings reveal recession on the facial surfaces of all premolar and canine teeth and amalgam restorations on molars with worn margins. The gingival tissue is relatively healthy; there is minimal bleeding on probing in interproximal areas, and pocket depths are 1 to 3 mm. What is the first component of the dental hygiene process of care to be initiated for Mr. Scott?
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