Some dentists find children easier to treat than adults, but for those who do not, there are some techniques that can be applied to ensure that every child’s visit is successful. Of course, a healthy relationship with a dentist can influence a child’s perception of oral care, and his or her likelihood to return to…

Artful communication is an essential component of effective treatment. Dental practitioners are required to listen to patients, to understand their problems, and to communicate effective treatment options, while simultaneously managing anxieties and concerns. And when it comes to effective communication and chair-side manner, there’s verbal and non-verbal communication. Make and Maintain Eye Contact Maintaining eye…

With the proliferation of new dental practices opening across the country, retaining patients and attracting new ones is crucial to maintaining a level of practice success. No one opens a dental practice and hopes to close their doors within the first year. No patient visits a dentist and hopes to have a bad experience. To…