How to Talk So Patients Will Listen (and Brush!)

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Here are 4 simple tips:

  1. :speaking_head: Speak in Simple Words
    Use everyday language.

“Your gums are red and infected. This can cause bad breath.”

  1. :grinning_face_with_smiling_eyes: Add a Little Humor
    Patients remember better when they smile.
    Example:

“If this keeps going, your teeth will fall one by one… and you won’t be able to attract any girls!” :sweat_smile:
(Adjust the line depending on the patient, of course!)

  1. :bullseye: Be Clear and Show It
    Don’t just say “Brush properly.”
    Say:

“Use a soft brush. Make small circles. Don’t forget the back teeth.”
Then show it using a model or mirror. Visuals help!

  1. :speech_balloon: Make it a Conversation
    Ask,

“Can I show you a simpler trick?”
This feels friendlier than giving instructions. Patients are more open when they feel involved.

:check_mark: Final Tip:
Patients don’t need big words — they need small changes.
Speak kindly, clearly, and with a smile.
Even a pat on the shoulder, a warm smile, or a playful wink can go a long way. :blush:

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Good tips👍.

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Until you won’t tell them any harm they won’t be scared

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But lack of dental awareness forces us to scare them to get the “necessary” treatment done.
Only if I insist them to replace the missing tooth by scaring them that they lose the next teeth soon, they will atleast consider replacing them.
Dental treatments are consider as luxury.

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Untill or unless doctors are not rude , no patient will feel bad.( totally my opinion)

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That’s true.

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Quite an insightful point!

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Real

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