Title: Schedule appointments.
Course: Dental Careers II (14054-II) > Section: Performing Administrative Functions

Scheduling appointments should include

- use of an appointment book, computer, and appointment cards
- handling of appointments under unusual circumstances
- concept of staggered appointments.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What time lengths are used for scheduling units of time in a dental practice?
- What is the purpose of buffer periods?
- Where should a patient’s missed appointment be recorded?
- What four elements should be outlined in an appointment book?