Advice for the Hygienist – Get comfortable asking for referrals. When you’re with patients, watch for opportunities to mention that your practice welcomes new patients. If a patient compliments your gentle touch or the doctor’s skills, or comments on how pleasant the practice is, that’s the time to encourage patient referrals.

Additional Resource: Read an excerpt from Dr. Levin’s book, “A Training Guide to Hygiene Productivity,” by clicking here.