Using Science, Common Sense, and Communication to Bust Those Dental Myths

You know the funny thing about myths? Often, if you use your brain and think about them for a few minutes, you’ll figure out exactly why they’re called myths and not facts.

Dental myths have been running rampant in our society since COVID-19 burst onto the scene. There are a lot of patients who are falling prey to some misinformation … and it’s not just the dentist’s job to make sure people are informed correctly. That task falls to everyone in the team.

Let’s talk about your role in conquering those myths and giving dental patients the right information to help their oral health stay in top form.

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Dawn Patrick

Dawn Patrick

Dawn has 30+ years of dental experience spanning all facets of dentistry including pediatric, cosmetic, complete health, and sleep. During her career, Dawn enjoyed 25 years in practice management including marketing, team training, and consulting. She joined IgniteDDS in June 2022 as Director of Operations. Dawn enjoys working directly with teams and customers to create a win-win. She is passionate about creating systems and processes that allow teams to excel. In her spare time, Dawn enjoys time with family, her two Goldendoodles, and traveling with her husband, Jon.