Everyday Oral Surgery Comprehensive Treatment Planning: How to Run a Ground Rounds Approach with your Referring Docs (with Dr. Vic Martel)
Jan 5, 2026
Dr. Vic Martel, a general dentist and educator, shares his insights on comprehensive treatment planning, emphasizing the shift from a reactive approach to a holistic view of oral health. He highlights the importance of interdisciplinary care and how building trust with patients and specialists enhances outcomes. Vic discusses barriers dental professionals face, such as time constraints and education gaps, while promoting collaborative learning through grand rounds. His comprehensive exam workflow and emphasis on robust referral networks illustrate the benefits for both practices and patients.
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Give A Tour And Phase Care
- Give patients a clear "tour of your mouth" and present a phased plan so they understand needs and sequencing.
- Use the plan to boost case acceptance, optimize sequencing, and increase long-term production.
Time Is The Hidden Barrier
- Time pressure is the primary barrier to comprehensive planning because thorough exams demand longer visits.
- Martel notes one long exam can yield far more long-term production than many quick visits.
Start With An Exam, Not A Cleaning
- Train teams to prioritize exam-based new-patient intake instead of starting with a cleaning.
- Ask permission to show all findings and schedule a separate consult to review the complete plan.