Education on the Importance of Doctor-patient Communication in Orthodontic Clinical Teaching.

Abstract

In the process of orthodontic clinical teaching, it is very important to teach medical students how they are expected to communicate effectively with patients and their families, as this has a direct impact on patient compliance throughout the process of diagnosis and treatment and on patient satisfaction after treatment. Doctor-patient communication is therefore an essential skill for medical students to gain before taking up clinical work. In view of the problems that are often encountered in each stage of orthodontic treatment, the present paper discusses the specific content of doctor-patient communication education in clinical teaching. The discussion is given in both theoretical and practical terms to lay a solid foundation for improving the overall quality of medical service provided by medical students in teaching hospitals and establishing a harmonious medical environment.