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The Art of the

Consultation

Let ’ s be clear ; a good consultation is , or should be , at the root of any aesthetic treatment in a practice .

by Linda Pitt

Let ’ s be clear ; a good consultation is at the root of any aesthetic treatment in a practice . The purpose of the consultation is for you to get to know the patient and for the patient to get to know you . A good consultation process also facilitates a good rapport between the provider and the patient , ultimately leading to mutual trust in a short time span .

As a provider , you must feel secure and relaxed in your knowledge and be able to relay this to the patient in a confident and competent manner . It is essential to always remain professional and have a positive attitude when communicating with your patients .
Here are a few rules that will help you carry out a successful consultation , broken down into 3 areas .
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