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The first step is to orient your new or recare patient to
cosmetic dentistry. Have the Lorin Library displayed
throughout your office and reception room. Have before
and after photo albums available whenever the patient is waiting.
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Second, the doctor, assistant or hygienist should discusses
the new, high tech equipment for computer imaging. If
there is a cosmetic interest, review the Lorin Library and
have the patient select the smile design they like best.
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Take a diagnostic series of photos as a routine part of the
new or recare patient examination.
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Transfer the compact memory card to the computer and download
the image into Digital Dentist Picture Publisher. Simulate
the patient's new smile and create a digital slide show of
the diagnostic images.
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Prepare for the consultation armed with your computer slide
show, Lorin Library, and the cosmetic simulation when necessary.
Include any other diagnostic aid you feel necessary to communicate
the patients needs.
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Show the patient the diagnostic images to make them aware
of the cosmetic and restorative concerns. Then show them the
solution. Make alterations if necessary in front of the patient
as you and the patient make final decisions about how the
smile should look.
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Print the results so that the patient has a visual record
of your discussion. No pressure for you or the patient!
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