realizes has specified output has_specified_output physical examination dental finding dental exam A conversational, visual and tactile examination in which the clinician evaluates the status of the patient's medical, dental and oral health. Melissa Haendel 4/12/2012: There can be more than one dental exam that occurs during a dental visit. Person:Alan Ruttenberg Titus Schleyer 1/1/2014: original definition was too narrow, now expanded Mellisa Haendel dental healthcare provider role