2.
Disclose patient.
3.
Determine plaque index (record).
a.
Discuss progress with patient.
b.
Encourage patient.
c.
Show patients their improvement on bleeding index and plaque index.
NOTE: It usually requires several days of good oral hygiene before the bleeding index
improves substantially, so it is best to wait until the third appointment.
4.
Discuss time required for flossing.
5.
Have patient floss, emphasizing speed.
6.
Recommend more emphasis on speed during third week.
7.
Discuss problem areas.
8.
Record appropriate remarks.
9.
Dismiss patient.
D. FOURTH APPOINTMENT
1.
Determine bleeding index.
2.
Disclose patient.
3.
Determining plaque index (record).
a.
Discuss progress.
b.
Encourage patient.
4.
Have patient floss, again emphasizing speed.
5.
Discuss any remaining problem areas.
6.
Record appropriate remarks.
7.
Dismiss patient.
End of Appendix B
MD0513
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