Diagnostic Visit Data Gathering Across Both Dimensions

2026-05-23T00:00:00-04:00

What clinical and non-clinical data should be gathered during a dental diagnostic visit for a complex case? On the clinical side, the doctor and team collect every piece of information that might be needed for treatment option development. The list includes diagnostic-quality photography from multiple angles, complete intraoral and extraoral charting, full-mouth radiographic series, cone-beam imaging where indicated, panoramic films, periapical films of specific concerns, occlusal analysis, models or digital scans of both arches, TMJ assessment if relevant to the case, genomic or DNA testing for periodontal susceptibility when appropriate, medical history with current medications and conditions, and any other workup [...]