One of the best ways to protect against malpractice suits alleging that a dentist failed to diagnose periodontal disease is documenting oral hygiene instructions given to the patient on the patient's charts.

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Documenting oral hygiene instructions provided to the patient helps to demonstrate that the dentist took reasonable care and provided necessary information to enable the patient to maintain good oral health. This documentation can be important evidence in defending against malpractice claims related to failure to diagnose periodontal disease.

One of the Best Ways to Protect Against Malpractice Suits