The need for subsequent phone attendance by an approved dental practitioner in oral and maxillofacial surgery arises when a referred patient requires ongoing telephone follow-up—often post-initial consult or surgery—for conditions like trauma or pathology, necessitating continued verbal assessment under a single course of care to monitor progress or provide guidance. This is indicated for simple follow-up, critical where maxillofacial care needs ongoing specialist input.
Specific scenarios include:
For example, a patient post-fracture repair might need this to report swelling, done by phone. In aged care, an elderly patient could benefit for ease, given frailty. By providing phone follow-up, this service ensures continuity, monitors recovery, and enhances care, making it a convenient maxillofacial solution.
Ensures ongoing care, monitors recovery, and provides guidance remotely.
Recovery not applicable; phone service with no physical downtime.
