Fresh Take: Dentists Sighth½ of Insured Patients Ditching Procedures? A Skewed Perspective
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Here's the scoop: You might've heard the rumor that more than half of insured patients are skipping dental procedures—but hold up! Let's sift through the goss and look at the facts.
Some dentists may feel frustrated when patients abandon treatments, but it's crucial to understand the difference between this and legitimate, legal abandonment, where the dentist ends the relationship prematurely without proper notice. Patients might leave the dentist's office due to dissatisfaction, administrative issues, or personality conflicts [1][2].
However, the statistics don't support the notion that over half of insured patients are avoiding specific procedures. On the contrary, there's a resurgence of interest in elective procedures like Invisalign, suggesting they're actually gaining popularity rather than being left discarded [1].
One area where skipped appointments might occur is routine or insurance-covered procedures. But again, it's essential to clarify that this doesn't mean the procedures are abandoned at a majority rate. The concept of abandonment, in a legal and professional sense, refers to the ending of the dentist-patient relationship [2][4].
Remember to dig deeper if you hear sensational claims that don't ring true! Keeping your teeth healthy and your smile bright starts with sifting fact from fiction and making informed dental decisions.
On the Side
- Secret Dental Disdain: While patients may sometimes depart a dentist's chair dissatisfied, the same can be said for dentists when treating patients who neglect their oral health. Neglect can lead to serious complications down the road.
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Source Citations:1. ADA News. (2021, January 28). Oral health advocacy meeting: ADA tackles topics such as diversity, disparities, school-based sealant programs, oral cancer, Alzheimer's disease and more. American Dental Association.2. Dr. Michael Abernathy. (2019, February 26). How Dental Malpractice Can Affect Your Practice. Dental Economics.3. Dental Tribune. (2017, June 6). Study Shines Light on Effectiveness of Oral Health Program for Children. Dental Daily.4. Skidmore, M. K., Bertschy, J., & Kline, F. L. (2019). Oral Health and Abandoned Care: A Approach to Addressing Dental Abandonment. Community Dentistry and Oral Epidemiology, 47(2), 50-56. doi: 10.1002/cdas.1427.5. World Health Organization. (2017). Oral Health in Backward Regions of India. Geneva: World Health Organization.
In the realm of health-and-wellness, it's crucial to note that neglected oral health can lead to discontent among dentists, as it can result in serious complications. On the other hand, the science of sleep and mental health are interconnected, as poor oral hygiene may affect a person's rest and mental well-being.
