It happens daily in dental practices everywhere. A patient is diagnosed and treated before fees and payment arrangements can be made, leaving the front office team member to discuss the patient’s charges after treatment. This may end well for many established patients who know the […]
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Treating Bruxism: Patient Education and Treatment Options Are Keys to Success
Most dentists will tell you that 30%-40% of their patients would benefit from wearing a nightguard, but less than 5% actually do. What’s the reason for this significant difference in need and treatment? In my practice I find it boils down to two things: education […]
How Consumer Behavior Impacts Case Acceptance
Have you ever wondered why some patients say yes to treatment and others don’t? This question has been on the minds of practicing dentists since the inception of dentistry. So what is the magic bullet to improve case acceptance? Understanding how we, as consumers, think! Consumers still […]