Precious Thompson, DDS

Patient Communication
4 tips for enhancing communication with your patients
In her first column for DrBicuspid.com, Dr. Precious Thompson relates four solid, practical ideas to enhance your office's communication with your patients. How your office handles the need for around-the-clock communication and engagement is key to practice growth.
March 1, 2016
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