Same song, different tooth! Take a look at this situation. I had mentioned to this patient (since 2001!!) that his tooth was beginning to fracture and he should think about fixing it. “Nah…it’s not bothering me. I’m gonna let it go for now”.

Ok. Fair enough. A big part of my job is to inform and educate. So we waited……and each time I saw him, I mentioned the crack hadn’t gotten any better. If it was left untreated it could lead to more problems later. “Ah well. It’s still good for now”.
Ok! We’ll wait….it’s the patient’s decision. What do you think will happen next?




