Clinic Memo

Jan. 12, 2024 | Clinical Operations

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UPDATE: No Access to Simulation Lab

Please be advised that the Kipnes Simulation Lab is currently closed due to flooding. Initial reports indicate that the space may not be available until Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at the earliest.

Re-opening date to be determined.

UPDATE: DDS/DH Fee Guide

Most professional fees in the DDS/DH Fee Guide will undergo a 3% increase with the exception of those related to scaling/root planing, topical fluoride application, definitive complete dentures, crowns, bridge retainers and pontics. New fees will be in effect on Monday, January 15, 2024.

Please note that fees associated with treatment plans that were consented to by the patient prior the increase will be honoured.

REMINDER: DDS/DH Screening Process & Form

DDS students assigned to screen new patients must review and be very familiar with the New Patient Intake - Screening Protocol prior to seeing patients. Please see all hyperlinked content, including:

Please also remember to have notes/comments documented in the "Outcome of Prosthodontic Consult" by the Prosthodontist who completed the Prosth Consult for "tentatively accepted" patients.

UPDATE: Bosworth Trusoft™ - Denture Relining Material

Please note that powder-liquid ratios noted on the outside of the Bosworth Trusoft kit have been updated.

Dispense one full vial of liquid (glass vial) into the mixing cup. Measure 1/3 oz of powder (3rd line from the bottom) and add to the liquid. Please see these instructions for more details.

REMINDER: BP Cuffs

Please note that operatory-specific blood pressure cuffs are located in the LOWER RIGHT cupboard of each operatory, with the exception of operatories that have a wall on the right side of the operatory - blood pressure cuffs are located in the lower left cupboard of these operatories.

Please be sure to place the blood pressure cuff into the appropriate container and return it to the appropriate operatory cupboard when finished with it. Thank you.

REMINDER: Cell Phones in the OHC

Students are reminded to kindly ask their patients to refrain from using their cell phones while in the OHC as having patients attempt to take calls during treatment can be very disruptive.

REMINDER: Continuing Dental Education

Please see this link for more details: Banff Updater for Dentists, RDHs, and RDAs.

We wanted to share a comment we received from one of our patients through our SoD OHC Patient Satisfaction Survey:

"The staff and students communicated kindly and professionally. The equipment and facility exhibited cleanliness and organization. The intake process was thorough and in-depth. Overall I felt comfortable, welcomed and well cared for by the School of Dentistry Oral Health Clinic."

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