Patient Education Session #1 Long-term goal for optimal health, make an effort to brush at least twice daily and

d floss once per day Short-term goal explain what plaque is and how it forms on the teeth Short-term goal maintain a low plaque score Short-term goal be able to show me sulcular brushing method after it has been taught to you

Patient Education Session #2 Long-term goal maintain the inactive state of periodontal disease Short-term goal explain what periodontal disease is and what causes it Short-term goal learn and demonstrate C-shaped flossing method Short-term goal maintain a consistent recall schedule

Patient Education Session #3 Long-term goal See a dentist for suspicious areas and have them treated if necessary Short-term goal explain what caries is and how it forms on the teeth Short-term goal begin saving money for dental treatment and restorations that we are unable to do at our clinic Short-term goal use the interproximal brush frequently to clean open contact areas to cut back on additional plaque accumulation