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Patients may not be aware of the difference between prophylaxis and periodontal maintenance appointments, which means it's up to their clinician to educate them. Otherwise, misunderstandings may lead to poor treatment outcomes and lower patient satisfaction.

Check out today's lead article for one case study involving a misinformed—and subsequently outraged—patient who did not understand the high cost for their periodontal maintenance visit.