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Inland Northwest Dental Conference | Katrina Sanders, RDH
We’re proud to support the Inland Northwest Dental Conference in Spokane, Washington — a leading event bringing together dental professionals focused on advancing patient care and clinical excellence.
Katrina Sanders, RDH will be presenting:
💬 Getting Them to Ask for Treatment
This course focuses on helping dental professionals improve communication, increase case acceptance, and create stronger patient connections through confident, effective conversations.
💡 What This Course Highlights:
• How to guide patients toward understanding their condition
• Communication strategies that improve treatment acceptance
• Building trust through clarity and confidence
• Connecting clinical findings to patient motivation
📍 Location: Spokane, WA
🕘 Time: 9:00 – 10:30 AM
👉 View Conference Details: https://www.indc-spokane.com/
👉 View Course Info: https://www.indc-spokane.com/friday-schedule/getting-them-to-ask-for-treatment
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MicrobeLink Dx® supports better patient conversations by identifying the bacteria behind periodontal disease — helping patients understand why treatment matters.
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