{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Protrusive Dental Podcast","title":"Communicating Fees, Treatment Plans and More – PS015","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/a5ec4c7a\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3137,"description":"What is the number 1 communication advice for Dentists?\nAre you confident in discussing treatment fees with your patients?\nDo you struggle with communicating your worth without feeling awkward?\nHow do you shift your mindset to charge what you’re truly worth without feeling guilty (a money mindset issue)?\n https://youtu.be/vapDrnVqHRw \nIn this enlightening conversation, Jaz opens up about his own struggles with money mindset and how he overcame them to confidently charge for his dental services.\nJoined by dental student Naveed Bhatti, they explore the challenges of pricing treatments, offering empathetic solutions to patients, and using the power of visualization to boost confidence in fee discussions.\nThey also dive into the importance of being transparent with fees, managing discounts, and recognizing your true value as a dental professional. Whether you’re new to the field or have years of experience, these strategies will help you navigate the financial side of dentistry with ease and confidence.\nKey Takeaways\nCommunication is crucial in dentistry, often more than clinical skills.\nActive listening is essential; avoid interrupting patients.\nNervous patients may talk excessively; guide the conversation gently.\nPatients may withhold information due to fear or anxiety.\nIt’s important to make treatment recommendations based on patient needs.\nAsking open-ended questions can help gather more information.\nExperience builds confidence in patient interactions.\nBeing authentic while adapting to patients is key.\nPatients can sense when a dentist is confident or insincere.\nBuilding rapport leads to better patient relationships. Kindness is essential in patient interactions.\nPatients often reflect the values of their dentists.\nEffective communication can bridge the gap between jargon and patient understanding.\nLong-term relationships with patients enhance trust and satisfaction.\nDiscussing fees requires confidence and transparency.\nVisualization techniques can improve...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/hLSIeRiYSp0oTfIk0BzEukFutShD18hH3f6fq4QHsWw/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9lZmM0/ZTNjYzdiZDJhNGFj/MzBiYmU2NTUwNmM2/NzQ2My5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}