NICE Dental Checks: Intervals between oral health reviews Flashcards
1
Q
How should interval times be decided for dental patients between appointments?
A
Determined specifically for each patient and tailored based on needs, disease levels and risk of or from dental disease
2
Q
What is the shortest interval time between oral health reviews for all patients?
A
3 months
[ a patient may need to be seen more frequently for ongoing courses of treatment, emergency dental interventions or episodes of specialist care ]
3
Q
What is the longest interval between oral health reviews for all patients younger than 18 years?
A
12 months
4
Q
What is the longest interval between oral health reviews for all patients 18 years and older?
A
24 months
[ only for pts who have repeatedly demonstrated that they can maintain oral health & are not actively at risk ]
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