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Adverse final outcome
What would you advise a patient to do concerning an adverse final outcome and give your rationale for management?
– Periodontal and root resorption
This is kind of tricky because we are done with movement. So aside from regular visits with the dentist what can be done?
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Joti, here are a few things I think of with this prompt.
• Referral to specialist based on concern
• Radiographic follow-ups if root resorption
• Referral for restorations
• Referral for implants
• Urge maximum retainer wear (perio, root length, mobility, etc.)
• Inform patient of the specific adverse outcome (important with ADA 5 ethics principles)
• Instruct patient of proper care needed to mitigate risks from the adverse outcome; eg if
demineralization then reinforce proper oral hygiene.
Folks have some other things to suggest?
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