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What should be included in an informed consent for implant placement?

  1. The names of other patients who have received implants
  2. Occupational hazards of the dental office
  3. The financial history of the dental practice
  4. Surgery side effects (risks, complications, and alternatives)
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Correct answer: D. Surgery side effects (risks, complications, and alternatives)

  • A. Incorrect. Names of other patients violate HIPAA patient privacy — not part of informed consent.
  • B. Incorrect. Occupational hazards of the dental office are not relevant to patient informed consent for implant placement.
  • C. Incorrect. Financial history of the dental practice is not part of patient informed consent.
  • D. Correct. Informed consent for implant placement must include: the nature of the procedure, expected BENEFITS, RISKS and SIDE EFFECTS (infection, nerve injury, implant failure, sinus involvement), ALTERNATIVES (bridges, removable prosthesis), and the right to refuse. 'Surgery side effects' (risks and complications) is the core element of valid informed consent.

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