Dental Digest Podcast with Dr. Melissa Seibert
202. Drew McDonald, DDS, MS & Jim Otten, DDS - The Occlusion TMJ Connection
Dec 8, 2023
Dr. Drew McDonald and Dr. Jim Otten discuss the importance of charging for diagnostic services in dental practices, the need for dentists to be comfortable discussing money, and the value of providing a higher level of care. They also highlight the importance of holistic care for patients, learning from mistakes, and having an open mind in order to grow.
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Quick takeaways
- Dentists should adopt a health-directed approach, addressing joint health and airway concerns to improve patients' overall health and quality of care.
- Early intervention and comprehensive diagnostic assessments, including CBCT scans and sleep tests, lead to more successful outcomes and better quality of life for patients.
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The impact of mindset and newer technologies in dentistry
The podcast episode highlights the exciting developments in dentistry, including newer technologies and a shift in mindset. Dentists are encouraged to embrace a broader perspective beyond just focusing on teeth. By recognizing the bigger opportunity to improve patients' overall health, dentists can play a vital role in their lives. The episode emphasizes the importance of adopting a health-directed approach and addressing issues such as joint health and airway concerns, ultimately creating more value for patients and improving the quality of care.
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