The Pankey Philosophy of the Practice of Dentistry
The dentist must ascertain the optimal treatment for each patient without undue consideration for expense, then learn how to accomplish the treatment to the
best of the dentist's ability, and finally counsel the patient in a manner that
enables the patient to choose an appropriate course of care.
Fundamental to the application of this philosophy is an understanding that
quality treatment and service cannot be rushed and that high patient volume
is an antithesis to both comprehensive care and a meaningful doctor/patient relationship.
Based on the belief that dentists have the moral obligation to do the best they
know how for all patients who present themselves, the Pankey Philosophy of
the practice of dentistry puts significant value on the giving of one's best self
before personal gain. As a result, the patient receives lasting dentistry that is
fairly valued - regardless of cost or third party payer influences.
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