Unmet Human Needs

Question 1

Protection from Health Risks

Answer 1

health conditions/diseases, referral or premedication necessary

Question 2

Freedom from Fear and Stress

Answer 2

oral stress habits (bruxism, nail biting), dental anxiety

Question 3

Freedom from Pain

Answer 3

extra/intra oral pain or sensitivity

Question 4

Wholesome Facial Image

Answer 4

dissatisfaction with appearance of facial profile, gingiva, teeth, breath odor

Question 5

Skin/mucous membrane integrity

Answer 5

mucosal lesions, poor nutrition, swelling, inflammation, attachment loss

Question 6

Biologically Sound & Functional Dentition

Answer 6

difficulties with chewing, ill fitting dentures, high sugar intake, defective restorations, diseased teeth, missing teeth, erosion/abrasion, rampant caries

Question 7

Conceptualization & Problem Solving

Answer 7

patient has questions related to oral care or disease

Question 8

Responsibility for Oral Health

Answer 8

no dental exam within 2 years, inadequate homecare, heavy plaque and calc present