One school of thought says that you should get at least two opinions. The theory is that you choose after considering different points of view, and you are better off because of being allowed to weigh options. The weak part of this approach is that many times a person who is confronted with choices will not choose anything because they are confused. Lacking in-depth knowledge of dentistry can make a person uncertain of their ability to choose wisely. They do not have enough education or experience to know what to believe or how to choose, so they do nothing and they might as well not have gotten any opinions.
During consultations with patients who have had prior opinions, when the patients are invited to disclose what the differing opinions were, the immediate orthodontist can explain the thinking behind each point of view, and should state that each opinion has merit, and that the orthodontist responsible for each opinion could in all likelihood succeed with their approach, so that the patient is justified in selecting whichever plan appeals the most, and the important point is to start with some treatment.
©2011 James E. Eckhart, D.D.S., Inc. 1101 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Suite 202, Manhattan Beach, Ca. 90266 (310) 546-4724 21210 Anza Ave., Torrance, CA 90503 (310) 540-5911
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