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I'll chime in. It's called "standard of care". If you come in for just a cleaning, the men the dentist becomes liable for any i'n diagnosed disease. If you get your teeth cleaned, and there is decay that is between the teeth that can't be seen anywhere but x rays, or small tooth fractures, etc., then the dentist is liable for supervised neglect.
The #1 reason for tooth loss is undisguised periodontal disease.
It's just how it works. Like your physician telling you they won't refill BP meds without an exam once a year. They could be sued.
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