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Chapter 10
Chairside management
It is at the beginning of treatment that the foun- Records
dations of the future success of treatment are
laid. Chairside management begins with assess- Good records are essential at the start of any
ment of the patient and formulation of a treat- treatment, both as an aid in the initial diagnosis
ment plan, which should be clearly written and treatment planning and also to serve as a
down and should include the aims of treatment, reference point during treatment.
the stages of treatment and any necessary
extractions. The intended retention regimen
should also be included. Study models
It is at this stage that patient commitment
and motivation must be assessed. Failure to Well-trimmed current study models are most
appreciate possible problems and to discuss important (Figure 10.1). The impressions
them with the patient can prejudice the future should be taken using trays with deep flanges or
cooperation. A badly designed or constructed
appliance will be difficult to wear and can
undermine the cooperation of even the most
enthusiastic patient.
Figure 10.1 Well-trimmed study models.
