Proper management of outgoing dental cases is crucial for maintaining efficient workflow and ensuring timely patient care. Follow these steps when checking cases out to the lab:

1. 1

   Lab Slip Handling

   After impressions are taken, deliver the lab slip to the designated responsible person. This ensures that the case is properly documented and ready for the next steps.

2. 2

   Verification Process

   The responsible person must perform two critical checks:

   • Verify if a pre-authorization is required for the case.
   • Ensure all other information on the lab slip is accurate and complete.

   This step is crucial for preventing delays and ensuring smooth processing at the lab.

3. 3

   Doctor’s Approval and Case Preparation

   If all information is correct:

   • Have the doctor sign the lab slip to authorize the case.
   • Place the signed slip in the designated “sending out” box.

   This step ensures that all cases have proper medical approval before being sent to the lab.

4. 4

   Lab Tracker Update

   Take the yellow copy of the lab slip and place it in the lab basket. This allows for the case to be entered into the lab tracker system, ensuring proper monitoring of the case’s progress.

By following these steps consistently, we maintain an organized and efficient process for managing outgoing dental cases, which is essential for providing high-quality patient care.