What phase of the dental hygiene process involves determining dental hygiene therapy and the establishment of realistic patient goals?
A) Implementation phase
B) Planning phase
C) Treatment phase
D) Assessment phase
B
Explanation: B) During the planning phase of the dental hygiene process of care, dental hygiene therapy must be determined along with the establishment of patient goals. This is a component of the dental treatment plan.
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