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5.3.2.8.1 Dental Screening
Dental screening is a part of the medical checkup physical examination and must include:
• Inspection of teeth for signs of early childhood caries.
•Inspection of the oral soft tissues for any abnormalities.
•Anticipatory guidance to include:
•The need for thorough daily oral hygiene practices.
•Potential gingival manifestations for clients with diabetes and clients under long-term medications therapy.
•Information that THSteps eligibility qualifies the client for dental services.
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