A well-coordinated dental team enhances patient trust and case acceptance. One simple yet powerful strategy? Dental hygienists prompting the doctor during the hygiene exam.
Instead of waiting for questions, the dental hygienist should summarize findings and highlight concerns as the doctor enters. For example:
“Dr. Smith, we noticed inflammation around the lower molars and a 5mm pocket on #46. The patient also reports cold sensitivity as her chief concern.”
This approach:
✅ Saves time – The doctor gets a clear, concise update in front of the patient.
✅ Boosts case acceptance – Reinforces the message for the patient.
✅ Strengthens teamwork – Creates a seamless, professional handoff.
When the team communicates with purpose, patient confidence grows and so does practice success. Make prompting the doctor a habit and watch the impact!