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Which of the following describes the dentist's responsibility regarding work authorization sent to the dental laboratory?

  1. The dental assistant can take full responsibility for all laboratory steps
  2. The laboratory should communicate directly and only with the dentist
  3. The patient is responsible for the esthetic appearance of the denture
  4. The dental laboratory can make clinical decisions independently
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Correct answer: B. The laboratory should communicate directly and only with the dentist

According to dental practice regulations, a written work authorization (laboratory prescription) must accompany all prosthetic work sent to a dental laboratory. The dentist bears professional and legal responsibility for all laboratory work. All communication and instructions must flow through the dentist; the laboratory cannot make clinical decisions or communicate directly with the patient. The dentist must review and approve the completed work before delivery to the patient.

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