COHAT stands for which of the following?

• A. Complete oral health assessment and therapy
• B. Comprehensive oral health assessment and treatment
• C. Comprehensive oral hygiene and treatment
• D. Comprehensive oral health assessment and therapy

Answer: (B)

COHAT is a comprehensive process that combines a full oral health assessment with definitive treatment planning and procedures. It starts with a thorough examination of the mouth, teeth, gums, and supporting structures, including charting, probing depths, and often dental radiographs to uncover issues below the gumline. After this assessment, a treatment plan is formulated and carried out, which can include cleaning, calculus removal, polishing, extractions, endodontic therapy, and other periodontal or dental treatments, plus a plan for ongoing care at home. Because it encompasses both diagnosing disease and providing the necessary therapies to address it, the best match is comprehensive oral health assessment and treatment.