What is the Value of Your Incomplete Treatment Plans?

What is the Value of Your Incomplete Treatment Plans? “Why Incomplete Treatment Plans Could Be Costing Your Practice Thousands” I was recently approached because dental practice had identified a concerning issue: a clinician had over £123,000 worth of un-booked treatment. Many of these treatment plans were over £4,000 each, yet the clinician’s diary was remarkably…

Mastering the Four Pillars of a Successful Dental Career: Clinical Knowledge, Clinical Skills, Communication, and Business Savvy

    Being a dentist is more than just having a degree and the ability to treat patients. While clinical knowledge and skills are fundamental, they are only part of the equation. To become a successful dentist who is loved by patients and frequently recommended, you must also master the soft skills of communication, including…

Crafting Trust through Body Language: The Impact of Matching, Pacing, and Leading

Body language is like a silent language that speaks volumes in every interaction. Whether it’s a simple chat or a crucial negotiation, how we carry ourselves can greatly influence how others perceive us and whether they trust us. Learning to use techniques like matching, pacing, and leading can be game-changers when it comes to building…

Unlocking the Power of communication Introducing Our Workshop Patient Centred Sales – BEST CHOICES

Unlocking the Power of communication Introducing Our Workshop Patient Centred Sales – BEST CHOICES In the bustling world of dental practice, where every patient interaction holds immense potential benefit and value, mastering the art of effective communication is paramount. Yet, many of us find ourselves grappling with a common challenge: how to have deep, meaningful…

How do patients make decisions about treatment?

Understanding how your patient makes decisions: Ask These Questions you can ask better questions, you will receive better answers As a dentist, I know that you want to provide the best treatment possible for your patients. Unfortunately, clinical skills are not enough. Without the ability to build strong rapport, deep trust through understanding how your…

Do you know why your patients are not saying “Yes”?

  Are you starting to see white spaces appearing in your appointment book? Are you hearing patient putting  treatment off until the next exam? Are you noticing your level of income dropping?l Would you like to learn some questions that will reverse the trend? As a dentist, I know that you want to provide the…

Do you understand how your patients are making decisions?

Understanding Your Patients: The Power of Understanding Decision Strategies As dentists we often focus on learning and developing clinical skills, and expertise. Unfortunately, this is not enough if you want to convert your treatment plans, and provide quality care.  You must understand how your patients think and make decisions, understand them patients at a deeper…

What can hairdressers teach dentists about pricing?

Unlocking Your Smile: The Dentist’s Guide to Charging Bands Based on Qualifications and Experience If we were to survey our patients, would they expect to pay the same fees for work completed by a newly qualified dentist as they would for another dentist with 10,000 hours experience and many 1000’s hour training? I would wager…

The Missing Piece in Dental Education

Unlocking the Power of Patient-Centred Dentistry: The Missing Piece in Dental Education Are you a dentist who feels that something crucial was left out of your dental school curriculum? You’re not alone. Most dentists graduate with clinical skills but find themselves lacking the knowledge and tools to effectively connect with and communicate with their patients.…