A health history should be

signed by the DDS.
copied and sent to their physician.
reviewed and documented at each visit.
kept for a year.


reviewed and documented at each visit.

Rationale: reviewed and documented at each visit – An accurate health history is instrumental in providing the best care for your patient.

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