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(BiteFX Forum Article posted by Suzan Bekolay of Click Coaching)

2.    Weaving BiteFX into the first visits

• Before leaving the pre-clinical interview: Run a simple sequence of animations; EG: Open/closed comparison 

(BiteFX Forum Article posted by Suzan Bekolay of Click Coaching)

1. Appliances in drawers

How many patients complied with the recommendation for an orthotic (a term I prefer over splint), wore it for a while and then eventually found it's way to the drawer instead of nightly use as “recommended”?   So much for prevention!  Those who experience symptoms may demonstrate more adherance.   In the interest of clarity; compliance is

(Transferred from a BiteFX Forum post by Chris Toomey, DDS.)

I have recently been working extensively on integrating BiteFX with my treatment plans.  As  a matter of fact I just presented to my study club a power point:  Exam to Consult to Agreement.  

(Taken from a forum post by Fred Peck, DDS)

Where should you start with the BiteFX? In our office, every new patient undergoes a complete dental examination, x-rays and a complete photographic series. After the exam is complete, the photographs are shown on the computer screen, pointing out any existing occlusal issues, caries and cosmetic issues. Then, BiteFX is opened and we go through any