Prosthodontics & Occlusion · single question
What is NOT included in the request from the dentist to the dental laboratory?
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Correct answer: C. Patient's Social Security Number (SSN)
- A. The dentist's license number IS required on the laboratory prescription in most states — it identifies the responsible prescribing dentist.
- B. Material type (PFM, zirconia, gold, etc.) IS required in the lab prescription.
- C. A dental laboratory work order DOES NOT include the patient's Social Security Number. The SSN is highly sensitive personal/financial information with no clinical relevance to laboratory fabrication. Required information includes: patient name, age/date of birth, shade, material specifications, design details, and the dentist's signature/license number.
- D. Shade IS included in the lab prescription — the lab needs to match the tooth color.
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