Building Trust with Patients, Consent and Emotional Intelligence with Colin Campbell – PDP244

How should you  gain consent for ELECTIVE treatments?Is selling in dentistry something to avoid, or an essential part of patient care?How much does emotional intelligence really matter for your success and happiness?Dr. Colin Campbell joins for a powerful episode that dives into consent, sales, and the balance between profit and ethics in dentistry. He also unpacks the huge role of emotional intelligence—not just in clinical practice, but in life.Expect real talk, strong opinions, and communication gems that can reshape the way you connect with patients and approach your career. https://youtu.be/Wtugp1t-IrM Watch PDP244 on YoutubeProtrusive Dental Pearl: Read (or listen to) the book Let Them by Mel Robbins — a powerful reminder to take control of your own life and emotions instead of letting outside events dictate them.Need to Read it? Check out the Full Episode Transcript below!TakeawaysBuilding trust with patients is crucial for effective consent.Consent should be a relationship management exercise, not just a legal formality.Understanding the patient’s perspective is key to effective communication.Elective treatments should be approached with caution and ethical considerations.Sales in dentistry is not a dirty word; it’s about providing solutions to patients.Emotional intelligence is a vital skill for dentists to develop.Good dentistry is about doing what is best for the patient, not just for profit.Continuous education and self-improvement are essential for success in dentistry.HIghlights of this episode:00:00 Teaser00:44 INTRO01:44 Protrusive Dental Pearl02:58 Welcoming Dr. Colin Campbell04:55 Colin’s Background and Philosophy05:36 The Importance of General Dentistry08:40 Finding a Niche vs. Being a Generalist11:14 Understanding Consent in Dentistry17:42 Fear of Losing the “Sale”18:50 Building Trust with Patients22:09 Consent Process Overview22:49 Patient Consultation Process – Building the Bridge to Trust29:00 Developing Emotional Intelligence (EQ)30:00 Patient Consultation Process – The Mechanics30:58 Patient Consultation Process – Exploring Options31:13 Join Protrusive Guidance34:34 Patient Consultation Process – Exploring Options34:36 Patient Consultation Process – Follow-Up and Consent Pathway35:54 Patient Pathways After Consultation36:48 Treatment Plan Letters & Legal Angle38:45 Approach to Consent Letters40:21 Personality Types in Consultations42:21 Systematizing Your Process43:37 Ethics in Elective Treatments53:15 Guidance for New Dentists on Elective Treatments56:33 Interjection57:48 Guidance for New Dentists on Elective Treatments57:56 Sales in Dentistry 01:03:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts01:05:20 OUTRO✨ Transform Your Dentistry ✨🦷 Campbell Clinic – world-class private care in Nottingham.📚 Campbell Academy – ethical implant training from beginner to expert.✍️ Colin Campbell Blog – daily insights to challenge & inspire.If you liked this episode, check out ‘How to Win at Life and Succeed in Dentistry’ with Richard Porter#PDPMainEpisodes #CareerDevelopment #Communication #BestofProtrusiveThis episode is eligible for 1 CE credit via the quiz on Protrusive Guidance. This episode meets GDC Outcomes A and DAGD Subject Code: 550 – Practice Management and Human RelationsAim: To explore the ethical, emotional, and practical aspects of private dentistry, with a focus on gaining valid consent, balancing profit with ethics.Dentists will be able to –Explain the importance of trust and rapport in the consent process.2. Recognize the ethical challenges of elective treatments.3. Outline strategies for building long-term career satisfaction and avoiding burnout.