The Bulletproof Dental Podcast Episode 343 HOSTS: Dr. Peter Boulden and Dr. Craig Spodak   TAKEAWAYS

• Comprehensive diagnosis is essential, but effective delivery of treatment plans is equally important.
• Recording consultations can help dentists improve their presentation skills.
• Fear of rejection and discomfort can hinder effective enrollment.
• Empathy and understanding the patient's perspective are crucial in the enrollment process.
• Body language and context play a significant role in treatment presentations. Use patient-benefited language and avoid technical jargon to effectively communicate with patients.
• Record frequently asked questions and provide videos or resources to patients prior to consultations.
• The belief set and confidence of the doctor are important factors in patient acceptance.
• Storytelling and leadership can engage patients and build trust.
• Avoid talking to patients in a supine position and consider using consultation rooms for treatment presentations.
• Establish a smooth patient handoff process to ensure continuity of care.

  CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction and Reflection on the Podcast 02:04 - Updates and Speaking Engagements  03:01 - Enrolling More Dentistry and Student Discount 04:06 - Personal Experience with Lecture at Dental School 07:42 - Dental Summit and Booking Hotel Rooms 09:04 - Importance of Enrolling Dentistry 12:00 - Saying More vs. Comprehensive Diagnosis 13:20 - Recording Consultations for Self-Improvement 18:08 - Fear of Rejection and Sweaty Back Conversations 21:44 - Importance of Body Language and Empathy 25:09 - Context Matters in Treatment Presentation 27:14 - Patient-Benefited Language 29:39 - Recording Frequently Asked Questions 30:00 - The Belief Set and the Confidence of the Doctor 32:41 - Storytelling and Leadership 39:45 - Consultation Rooms vs. Treatment Rooms 45:29 - Patient Handoff Process   REFERENCES Bulletproof Summit 2024 Dental Students use code: BPSTUDENT for your discount!