Written review of medical history, like treatment consent, can seldom be over-documented. This is another issue where state boards may differ.
As a general rule, I suggest you and your staff update patient medical histories prior to performing any clinical procedure. This also applies to orthodontists, who often believe they are exempted because they don't perform invasive procedures.
Keeping updated medical histories can help prevent terrible medical tragedies. Know your patients' health issues.
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