Priority

In dentistry, the order of priority to check generally follows the severity and clinical importance of the issue. Here's the recommended order:

Check first because it affects the entire dental arch, occlusion, and function.

Also critical for planning prosthesis or further treatments.

Assess next due to the urgency of any pulp involvement (e.g., infection, pain).

Vitality tests or symptoms of irreversible pulpitis demand immediate attention.

Surface-level problems like caries or wear can be assessed next.

Important but not as urgent unless they are extensive.

Evaluated later, especially if restoration or orthodontic treatment is planned.

Affects long-term function, not usually an emergency.

So the best order of priority is:

Missing → Pulp → Enamel → Occlusion

Let me know if you want this logic reflected in an odontogram or your dental AI system.