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Patient is complaining about pain. What is this called?
Chief complaint.
When is BP taken?
At the start of every appt.
Abbie called Mary to remind her of her appointment. What is this called?
Excitement Call
What meeting do we have every day as a team?
Morning Huddle.
What is the tip of the root called?
Apex
What is Dr. Michelle's dog named?
Quincy
Give an example of a class IV filling.
Any incisal edge filling anterior tooth.
What needs to be filled out completely to assess a patient's periodontal status?
Perio Chart.
When Kenzie reviews patient appointments for medical history, insurance, and treatment plans for two days out, what is this called?
Chart Prep.
What is the Jeff office phone number?
812-280-8000
What do 60% of 15-year-olds have?
Gingivitis.
What are Dr. Chase's dogs named?
Diggity & Flutter
When is BP taken?
Before any restorative work or administering anesthetic.
What procedures are involved at a 6 month recall?
Prophy & periodic exam
Jill gathers her payments to find her end-of-day total. What is this called?
Daily Deposit.
What time should you be in the lab for morning huddle?
7:45am - text Kenzie or Dr if you will not be there in time
What do 84% of 17-year-olds have?
Tooth Decay.
What other state has Kenzie lived in?
Florida
Give an example of a class II filling.
Any interproximal filling on posterior tooth.
What does SRP stand for?
Scaling & Root Planing
If Kenzie checked to see if we missed sending any claims for the day. What is she checking?
Procedures Not Billed Report.
April noticed Grace did a great job recapping the appointment and let her know what was done today at check out. What is this transition between Abbie and Grace called?
Hand Off
What is the life span of a taste bud?
10 days
Who is double jointed in both arms?
Kenzie
What three master switches need to be turned on when opening the office and turned off when closing the office?
Central Air Compressor, Vacuum Unit, Dental Radiographic Unit
What is completed once a week on the hygiene to-do list?
Calibrating pano machine and changing the traps.
The Front Desk team needs to review all pending claims for the month of June. What are they reviewing?
Outstanding Insurance Claim Report.
How often does the medical emergency kit get checked?
Once a month
When was the first dentist ever recorded?
3000 BC
Who can say the alphabet backwards?
Dr. Chase
Name 5 things that need to be ready before Dr enters room for a restorative appt.
BP recorded, pt sunglasses, water full, x-rays open, today's tx displayed, syringe loaded, topical ready/placed
What type of bacteria causes gingivitis? (Gram positive vs negative and aerobic vs anaerobic)
Gram negative anaerobic bacteria
What days do the Jeff Front Desk work the info email?
Monday and Wednesday
What procedures should be attached to all new patient appts wanting to receive comprehensive care? (There are 5)
Comp exam, FMX, iTero, fluoride, prophy
What is the procedure called when a root tip is amputated?
Apicoectomy.
What is Dr. Mary's favorite movie of all time?
Beauty & The Beast
What is the difference between a direct vs indirect pulp cap?
Direct=pulp exposure
Indirect=close to pulp, but not exposed
What does ANUG stand for?
Acute Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingivitis
A insurance company will not cover the cost of replacing a tooth if it was missing before the policy's effective date. What is this called?
Missing Tooth Clause.
What is our purpose statement at DFD Jeff?
DFD Jeff is where we cultivate an inviting environment to deliver excellent patient care because we care!
What ancient civilization is credited with the earliest known use of toothpaste?
Ancient Egyptians
Where is Dr. Michelle getting married in November?
St. Lucia