[The patient's Bill of Rights].

1. Be treated with courtesy and respect. 2. Be informed of the fee schedule and appointments. 3. Have appointment time reasonably observed. 4. Have a thorough examination and assessment of oral health needs. 5. Be informed of dental treatment necessary to attain optimal oral health and wellness. 6. Receive accurate and current information regarding oral health status. 7. Expect high quality care which will prevent further oral disease. 8. Expect reasonable continuity of care. 9. Receive oral health instructions. 10. Be referred for other needed treatment which will promote wellness. 11. Confidentiality of all information pertinent to oral care. 12. Expect treatment in a safe, clean health care setting. 13. Informed consent prior to the initiation of treatment. 14. Participate in decisions regarding dental hygiene treatment. 15. Access to dental records during and after treatment.