{"id":14919,"date":"2023-03-31T12:00:15","date_gmt":"2023-03-31T17:00:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/?p=14919"},"modified":"2023-03-29T15:14:51","modified_gmt":"2023-03-29T20:14:51","slug":"interview-with-dr-alex-vasserman-dmd","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/index.php\/2023\/03\/31\/interview-with-dr-alex-vasserman-dmd\/","title":{"rendered":"Interview with Dr. Alex Vasserman DMD"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Dr. McGlennen:<\/strong> Tell me how you were introduced to OralDNA\u00ae salivary diagnostics.<\/p>\n

Alex Vasserman DMD:<\/strong> I learned about the OralDNA\u00ae labs testing system through Doug Thompson, DDS at the Kois Center. Our hygiene department started using it 3 years ago, and they have made it a success.<\/p>\n

Dr. McGlennen:<\/strong> What are the top two things to consider when you select a patient for testing?<\/p>\n

Alex Vasserman DMD:<\/strong> Compliance is key- will the patient follow through with the prescribed treatment and what are the clinical signs and symptoms we are trying to resolve.<\/p>\n

Dr. McGlennen:<\/strong> What are the biggest benefits to using salivary diagnostics?<\/p>\n

Alex Vasserman DMD:<\/strong> It gives us the data as it relates to treatment. It is no longer just cleaning vs deep cleaning.<\/p>\n

Dr. McGlennen:<\/strong> What is your favorite part of the MyPerioPath\u00ae results? Why?<\/p>\n

Alex Vasserman DMD:<\/strong> Our team has transformed. They are all involved in treating patients\u2019 oral health. Our hygienist went from just doing cleanings and diagnosis, to comprehensive treatment that\u2019s data driven.<\/p>\n

Dr. McGlennen:<\/strong> How do your patients respond to this technology? What is their #1 question?<\/p>\n

Alex Vasserman DMD:<\/strong> Patients are interested. First question is how much does this cost, and then how long to get the results. Both are very good questions when they are asked.<\/p>\n

Dr. McGlennen:<\/strong> What is your biggest challenge? How do you overcome that obstacle?<\/p>\n

Alex Vasserman DMD:<\/strong> The Patient Education. However, using the pamphlets and sample tests helps. Most patients understand that we\u2019re not just doing a cleaning and that the test is important for us to effectively treat.<\/p>\n

Dr. McGlennen:<\/strong> If a new OralDNA\u00ae provider were to ask you for advice, what would be your best tip?<\/p>\n

Alex Vasserman DMD:<\/strong> Get your team involved. Having your team excited about diagnosis, treatment, and oral health improvement is a key to success.<\/p>\n

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Dr. McGlennen: If a new OralDNA\u00ae provider were to ask you for advice, what would be your best tip?
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