Health History Guidelines

The health history form is a tool that introduces the patient to the practice and contains valuable information to help the dentist safely treat the patient. The patient’s interaction with the staff and dentist during the information-gathering process is just as important as the information included on the completed form. The process can set the tone for a positive patient experience for new patients as well as existing patients of record.

Implementing the following recommendations into your practice will help to establish stronger relationships with your patients, provide detailed, current information for diagnosis and treatment planning and provide the critical information you would need to take immediate action should a patient emergency occur.