Dental Treatment Planning Checklist: Sequencing & Documentation
Unlock confident treatment plans! This Dental Treatment Planning Checklist ensures every step-from initial assessment to final restoration-is meticulously sequenced and expertly documented. Minimize errors, maximize patient outcomes, and streamline your workflow with this essential guide for dental professionals.
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Patient History & Chief Complaint
Review patient’s medical/dental history and document their primary reason for seeking treatment.
Chief Complaint
Medical History
Medications
Allergies
Previous Dental Work
Last Dental Visit
Clinical Exam Findings
Record observations from the comprehensive oral exam (periodontal, restorative, endodontic, etc.).
Blood Pressure (Systolic)
Blood Pressure (Diastolic)
Overall Periodontal Health
Plaque Index Score
Gingival Index Score
Detailed Notes on Caries Risk Assessment
Existing Restorations
Any Unusual Findings or Concerns?
Diagnostic Records
Confirmation that all necessary radiographs and diagnostic tests have been taken and reviewed (bitewings, Pano, CBCT, etc.).
Panoramic Radiograph Date
Bitewing Radiograph Date
Cone Beam CT (CBCT) Date (if applicable)
Panoramic Radiograph Image
Bitewing Radiograph Images
Cone Beam CT (CBCT) Images (if applicable)
Radiographic Review Completed?
Treatment Options Presentation
Document discussion of treatment options, including pros/cons and associated costs.
Detailed Explanation of Option 1
Estimated Cost of Option 1
Pros of Option 1
Cons of Option 1
Detailed Explanation of Option 2
Estimated Cost of Option 2
Patient's Preferred Option
Patient’s Questions/Concerns
Patient Consent & Treatment Plan
Verify written consent for the proposed treatment plan and sequence of procedures.
Detailed Treatment Plan Explanation (Provided to Patient)
Patient Acknowledges Understanding of Treatment Risks & Benefits
Estimated Total Treatment Cost
Financial Agreement Type
Date of Consent
Patient Signature
Doctor Signature
Phase Breakdown & Sequencing
Clearly outline the phases of treatment (e.g., Phase I Periodontics, restorative phase) and order of procedures within each phase.
Phase 1 Start Date (Sequence)
Phase 1 Treatment Type
Estimated Phase 1 Completion Date
Approximate Phase 1 Cost
Phase 2 Treatment Type
Sequence Rationale (Briefly explain order of phases)
Financial Arrangements & Insurance
Confirm patient understands financial responsibility and insurance coverage details for each phase.
Patient's Estimated Total Cost
Insurance Provider
Insurance Claim Submission Date
Patient's Co-Pay Amount
Financial Agreement Signed?
Insurance Pre-authorization Notes (if applicable)
Documentation & Charting
Ensure all findings, treatment plan, and patient consent are accurately and thoroughly documented in the patient’s chart.
Summary of Patient Understanding of Treatment Plan
Date of Treatment Plan Discussion
Time of Treatment Plan Discussion
Doctor Signature
Patient Signature (if applicable)
Treatment Plan Shared Electronically (Y/N)
Page Number of Treatment Plan in Chart
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