{"id":27148,"date":"2025-03-14T12:00:16","date_gmt":"2025-03-14T17:00:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/?p=27148"},"modified":"2025-03-06T09:30:38","modified_gmt":"2025-03-06T15:30:38","slug":"the-hidden-threat-to-dental-implants-why-ignoring-bacteria-is-a-risky-gamble-part-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/index.php\/2025\/03\/14\/the-hidden-threat-to-dental-implants-why-ignoring-bacteria-is-a-risky-gamble-part-2\/","title":{"rendered":"The Hidden Threat to Dental Implants: Why Ignoring Bacteria is a Risky Gamble &#8211; Part 2"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/practiceperfectsystems.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-24452\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/PPS_Logo_May-2024-500px.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"234\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/PPS_Logo_May-2024-500px.png 500w, https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/PPS_Logo_May-2024-500px-300x140.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/index.php\/2025\/02\/28\/the-hidden-threat-to-dental-implants-why-ignoring-bacteria-is-a-risky-gamble-part-1\/\">Part 1<\/a>, we uncovered a hidden threat to dental implants\u2014bacteria\u2014and explored why so many providers overlook the critical step of testing for harmful pathogens before placement. Despite the clear risks, common objections like cost, insurance coverage, and lack of awareness often stand in the way. In Part 2, we\u2019ll break down how to shift the conversation, overcome objections, and use ethical influence to help patients make the best decision for their long-term health. The truth is, it\u2019s not just about cost\u2014it\u2019s about\u00a0<strong>value perception.<\/strong>\u00a0If a patient doesn\u2019t see the value in a bacterial test, of course they\u2019ll balk at the price. But if they understand that\u00a0<strong>this test can prevent implant failure<\/strong>, suddenly it\u2019s a different conversation.<\/p>\n<p>So instead of assuming patients won\u2019t pay,\u00a0<strong>frame it in a way that makes sense to them:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>\u201cFor less than the cost of replacing a failed implant, you can significantly reduce your risk.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>\u201cThis test gives us a roadmap to make sure your implant stays healthy long-term.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>\u201cWould you rather invest a small amount now or risk thousands later?\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>And if cost is truly a concern,\u00a0<strong>offer solutions<\/strong>\u2014whether it\u2019s financing options, bundling it with implant treatment, or even breaking payments into manageable parts.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Fear of \u201cNo\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s address the elephant in the operatory: Some doctors and hygienists hesitate to offer\u00a0<strong>OralDNA\u00ae testing<\/strong>\u00a0because they\u2019re afraid patients will say\u00a0<strong>no.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a reality check: Patients say no to\u00a0<strong>fluoride, night guards, and even flossing<\/strong>\u00a0all the time. But that doesn\u2019t mean we stop recommending them! The key is\u00a0<strong>education, not assumption.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Instead of assuming a patient won\u2019t be interested, frame the conversation differently:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>\u201cWould you like to know if you\u2019re at higher risk for implant failure?\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>\u201cWould you rather prevent infection now or deal with complications later?\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>\u201cFor a fraction of the cost of an implant, we can identify and address risk factors ahead of time.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When patients understand\u00a0<strong>why<\/strong>\u00a0the test matters, they\u2019re far more likely to say\u00a0<strong>yes<\/strong>\u2014and that simple decision can mean the difference between a thriving implant and a costly failure.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bottom Line: Don\u2019t Gamble with Implant Success<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Implants are a\u00a0<strong>long-term investment<\/strong>, and like any investment, they deserve\u00a0<strong>protection<\/strong>. Testing for harmful bacteria before placement isn\u2019t just smart\u2014it\u2019s\u00a0<strong>essential.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>So, the next time a patient is considering an implant, the real question isn\u2019t\u00a0<strong>\u201cWhy do I need a bacterial profile?\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0but rather: <strong>\u201cWhy wouldn\u2019t I?\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>GOOD NEWS!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Overcoming the fear of \u201cNO\u201d should be a course in dental school or hygiene school, but it\u2019s not. Fortunately, Dr. Robert Cialdini has done decades of research on how to \u201cInfluence\u201d people to do what is in their best interest and do so ethically. His best-selling books, <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3337TMD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Influence<\/em><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/36XbU6e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Pre-suasion<\/em><\/a> show how his 7 principles of influence can be used to get people to say YES!<\/p>\n<p>Better yet, he has developed a <a href=\"https:\/\/practiceperfectsystems.com\/product\/cialdini-influence-practitioner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><em>SPECIAL PROGRAM<\/em><\/strong><\/a> that teaches the application of these principles. Once the program is complete, a certificate of Ethical Influence Practitioner can be earned.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-24448 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Picture2-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"261\" height=\"261\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Picture2-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Picture2-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Picture2.png 368w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 261px) 100vw, 261px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>EVEN BETTER NEWS!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This certificate program normally sells for $1,497. For a very limited time, because there are limited numbers available, members of the OralDNA community can get the course for <strong>50% off<\/strong>, a savings of $748.50. Just use the code <a href=\"https:\/\/practiceperfectsystems.com\/cart\/?add-to-cart=3710&amp;coupon=oraldna\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">oraldna<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Get more Yeses. Learn the secrets from the Guru of Influence himself and give your patients the gift of better health.<\/p>\n<p>To more YESes,<\/p>\n<p>Michael<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.oraldna.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-25260\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/joinoraldna.png\" alt=\"Join OralDNA\" width=\"1404\" height=\"401\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/joinoraldna.png 1404w, https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/joinoraldna-300x86.png 300w, https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/joinoraldna-1024x292.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/joinoraldna-768x219.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1404px) 100vw, 1404px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; In Part 1, we uncovered a hidden threat to dental implants\u2014bacteria\u2014and explored why so many providers overlook the critical step of testing for harmful pathogens before placement. Despite the clear risks, common objections like cost, insurance coverage, and lack of awareness often stand in the way. In Part 2, we\u2019ll break down how to <a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/index.php\/2025\/03\/14\/the-hidden-threat-to-dental-implants-why-ignoring-bacteria-is-a-risky-gamble-part-2\/\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":126,"featured_media":24452,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[185,57,108,10,59,110,1],"tags":[156,112,76,152],"class_list":["post-27148","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-continuing-education","category-oral-systemic","category-patient-education","category-periodontal-disease","category-practice-management","category-salivary-diagnostics","category-uncategorized","tag-dental-implants","tag-patient-education","tag-periodontal-disease","tag-practice-management"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/PPS_Logo_May-2024-500px.png","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p7W16z-73S","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27148"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/126"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=27148"}],"version-history":[{"count":12,"href":"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27148\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":27189,"href":"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27148\/revisions\/27189"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/24452"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=27148"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=27148"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.oraldna.com\/trends-in-salivary-testing\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=27148"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}