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| A factual record of the patient's past and present physical condition. |
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| A factual record of the patient's past and present dental condition. |
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| Inspection of the oral cavity and its surrounding structures including any condition of the hard and soft tissues, for purpose of diagnosis. |
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| An exact plaster reproduction of a patient's teeth, which a dentist uses for diagnosis and treatment planning. |
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| Determination of what the cause or nature of a condition is by use of signs and symptoms. |
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| Predication of the probable outcome of the disease, with or without treatment. |
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| Contacting patient to confirm an appointment made with the office. |
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| A condition which continues for a long time. |
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| An abnormal reaction by the body, to a substance such as food or medication, that does not normally cause a reaction. |
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| A system of recording the condition of a patient's teeth and surrounding tissue by entering into a patient's records. |
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| A term used frequently to refer to an amalgam restoration. |
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| Study of the form and structure of a tooth. |
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| Method of notification by the dentist office that the patient is due for his/her periodic examination. |
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| A device used to test the vitality of a tooth. |
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| A quick, not thorough, visual exam. |
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| The condition whereby a tooth is prevented from erupting normally. |
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| A tooth which has not visibly entered the oral cavity. |
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| A tooth which has a localized accumulation of pus. |
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| An indication of sign of a problem, such as pain, tenderness. |
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| Inflammation of or loss of the bone tissue surrounding the teeth, including formation of pockets in the area. |
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| The tapping of a tooth to check vitality by the sound obtained. |
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| Use of fingers to determine condition of tissue examined. |
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| Breathing in and out (inhalation and exhalation) |
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| Those records with information based on actual observation or treatment of patient. |
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| The appearance or state of being presented at the time of the first examination. |
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