Benefit from coaching to increase compliance in orthodontic patients
The cooperation of your patients is a decisive factor in the success of any orthodontic treatment. Whether removable appliances are worn consistently, elastic bands are attached regularly, or check-up appointments are kept reliably depends on numerous factors. In this coaching session, you will learn systematic approaches to increasing compliance in orthodontic patients that have a direct impact on treatment results and practice efficiency.
Dr. Martin Baxmann has been teaching tried-and-tested methods for orthodontics and practice management for over 20 years. The LEAN ORTHODONTICS® concept is based on current evidence and many years of experience from his own practice group, Orthodentix®. In 1:1 coaching, you will develop individual strategies that are tailored to your practice, your team, and your patients. VIP support via WhatsApp guarantees that you will receive assistance at any time if you have questions about implementation.
Why orthodontic compliance improvement ensures your treatment success
Studies show that lack of patient cooperation is one of the most common reasons for prolonged treatment times and suboptimal results. With removable appliances, wear time documentation often shows significant discrepancies between prescribed and actual wear time. Increasing orthodontic compliance has a direct impact on three key areas: treatment quality, treatment duration, and patient satisfaction.
The economic impact is also significant. Fewer follow-up treatments, more predictable treatment processes, and more satisfied patients lead to better recommendations and more stable practice revenues. The coaching teaches you how to establish orthodontic compliance improvement not as an additional task, but as an integral part of your treatment concept. Both initial education and continuous support throughout the entire therapy play a decisive role in this.
Increasing compliance in orthodontics through targeted communication
The way you communicate with patients and their parents has been shown to have a greater influence on treatment compliance than many technical factors. Increasing compliance in orthodontics begins with the initial consultation. This is where you lay the foundation for a partnership in which patients take responsibility for the success of their treatment.
In coaching, you will learn structured conversation techniques based on the LEAN ORTHODONTICS® principle. This is not about standardized phrases, but about authentic communication that suits you and your practice. Factors such as eye contact, active listening, and the balance between technical information and emotional appeal play a central role. Compliance in orthodontics is particularly successful when patients understand the purpose of the treatment and see themselves as active partners.
The following overview shows proven communication strategies for different patient groups:
| Children 6 to 12 years | Playful explanations, positive reinforcement | Reward systems, parental involvement |
| Adolescents 13 to 17 years | Aesthetic outcomes, personal responsibility | Visualization, peer acceptance |
| Adults | Factual information, time efficiency | Treatment plan, measurable progress |
| Parents | Medical necessity, daily routine integration | Clear instructions, regular feedback |
Choosing the right communication strategy depends on the individual situation. While parents are the primary contact persons for younger children, the focus for adolescents increasingly shifts to direct communication and personal responsibility. Coaching helps you to recognize these differences and respond to them in a targeted manner.
Patient motivation and orthodontics Increasing compliance in everyday practice
Even the best communication strategy will come to nothing if it is not consistently implemented in the hectic everyday practice. Increasing orthodontic compliance therefore requires systematic processes that involve your entire team. From scheduling appointments to treatment and follow-up checks, every point of contact should support patient motivation.
In his coaching sessions, Dr. Martin Baxmann shows you how to establish routines that make increasing compliance among orthodontic patients an integral part of your processes. This includes structured check-ups, during which wearing times and oral hygiene are systematically recorded and discussed. Positive developments should be discussed just as much as areas for improvement. The trick is to give honest feedback without jeopardizing motivation.
Modern tools such as wear time documentation via integrated sensors enable objective measurements and open up new avenues for discussion. Instead of relying on assumptions, you can work with concrete data and adjust wearing times individually. However, these technical possibilities do not replace the personal relationship. On the contrary: they provide the basis for constructive discussions about realistic expectations and individual challenges.
Dr. Martin Baxmann shows you ways to increase compliance among orthodontic patients
As managing director of the multi-award-winning Orthodentix® practice group and the MyOrthoLab® specialist laboratory, Dr. Martin Baxmann combines clinical expertise with entrepreneurial experience. International awards such as the Healthcare Award and the European Business Award confirm his innovative approach. In coaching, you benefit from this knowledge and develop your own individual system for increasing compliance among orthodontic patients.
The 1:1 coaching takes place online via Zoom and includes regular sessions every two weeks. Between appointments, the team is available via WhatsApp for quick questions. This allows you to implement new insights directly in your practice and discuss challenges in a timely manner. The Amazon best-selling book series LEAN ORTHODONTICS® complements the coaching with practical instructions for you and your team.
Increasing compliance among orthodontic patients is not a matter of chance, but the result of well-thought-out systems and consistent implementation. The coaching provides you with the tools to make treatment success predictable while reducing stress in your daily practice. The first step is a non-binding initial consultation in which you can discuss your goals and challenges.
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