Treatment Planning in General Dental Practice: Case Presentation and Communicating with the Patient

From Volume 31, Issue 2, March 2004 | Pages 72-82

Authors

Crawford A. Bain

BDS, DDS, MSc, MBA

Senior Lecturer in Dental Primary Care, University of Glasgow Dental School, Glasgow G2 3JZ

Articles by Crawford A. Bain

Abstract

Presentation of treatment plan options to patients in general dental practice involves the collation of information and its presentation in a clear and uncluttered environment. Visual aids are of value, as are effective verbal and written communications with the patient. Fees should be discussed openly, as should guarantees for, and limitations of, proposed treatment.

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