Ethics in Esthetics Flashcards
the ADA code is, in effect, a written expression of the:
obligations arising from the implied contract between the dental profession and society
what is the implied contract
an agreement entered into by individuals that results in the formation of the state or of organized society, the prime motive being the desire for protection, which entails the surrender of some or all personal liberties
what are the ethical challenges for restorative dentists
- ultimate failure of all restorations
- cosmetic dentistry vs more conservative treatments
- how to care for an aging population with a mouth full of restorative dentistry
- public policy initiatives opposed by many dentists
more supply =
more competition
more competition =
fewer customers per producer and lower prices
lower prices =
producers innovate out of necessity
how can dentists be more innovative
- use of technology to lower costs and find efficiencies
- new modes of delivery to people who never see a dentist
- use of medical coding for services which have a medical cause
- create reimbursement models for non procedure based services
- new procedures- implants, direct ceramics, composite, imaging
- auxillaries: hygiene profession
- migration to rural areas
- expanded hours
what percentage of the population doesnt see a dentist
50%
what percentage of people with dental insurance dont see a dentist
30%
what percentage of dental caries are not seen by a dentist
70%
what are the ethical considerations in esthetics
- know your patient
- know what youre doing
- if it is purely cosmetic tell them you dont have to do this
what is esthetic dentistry
natural looking restorative dentistry
what is cosmetic dentistry
changing tooth structure purely for appearance
