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102: From Confusion to Connection: A Dentist's Guide To Better Patient Communication

3 November 2026 · 11:35 · Episode 102

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I have watched talented dentists do what they were trained to do: explain the procedures, present the alternatives, quote the fees, and let the patient choose. Yet the patient can still leave without the context they need to make a decision that truly serves them. In this episode, I examine the gap between information and understanding—and why conventional treatment planning can leave both the patient and the…

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