prescription and treatment planning?

Question 1

before the patient arrives what is the 3 most important things to check?

Answer 1

Check Consent form.
Is it signed by the patient or carer?

Look at the Referral.
Is it in date and signed?

Check the Up to Date Medical History.
Are there any contra-indications to treatment?

Question 2

what are the stages of cavity prep?

Answer 2

Gain access
Remove peripheral caries – ADJ
Remove undermined enamel
Obtain resistance and retention form if using amalgam
Finish cavity margins (outline form)
Treat residual caries
Cavity lining if necessary

Question 3

what’s factors that can influence treatment planning?

Answer 3

Patient related factors
Medical history
Previous Dental Experiences
Anxiety
Inadequate oral hygiene
Time

Question 4

who do we not use amalgam in ?

Answer 4

pregnant people or breastfeeding
children under 15
primary teeth

Question 5

what are anterior , posterior caries and white spot lesion considerations?

Answer 5

diet
patients oral hygiene
motivation
gingival condition
low medium or high caries risk?