From compliance to commitment: Behavior change strategies for lasting oral health outcomes

Title: From compliance to commitment: Behavior change strategies for lasting oral health outcomes

Abstract:

Clinical knowledge alone does not change patient outcomes behavior does. This course explores the science of behavior change and its direct application in modern dental practice. Designed for all dental professionals, this evidence-based program bridges psychology, communication, and clinical care to help teams move beyond “telling patients what to do” toward fostering sustainable health behaviors.
Participants will examine why traditional patient education often fails, how cognitive biases and social determinants influence oral health decisions, and which communication strategies measurably improve adherence, prevention, and treatment acceptance. The course emphasizes ethical, patient-centered approaches that respect autonomy while supporting long-term behavior change benefiting patients, providers, and practice sustainability.

Biography:

Brittany Cox is guiding dentistry into an eco-friendly future by educating the industry on groundbreaking sustainable strategies to enhance patient care and practice efficiency all while benefiting the planet we love. Brittany Cox, MA, RDH is a key opinion leader in sustainable dentistry, dedicated to pioneering eco-friendly changes in dental practice management and healthcare systems. With a robust foundation in clinical dental hygiene practice and an advanced educational journey culminating in a Master’s degree in Oral Health Promotion from O’Hehir University Brittany is at the forefront of transforming dental practices through innovative environmentally conscious management and system processes. As a sought-after consultant and speaker, Brittany works with dental practices and manufacturers to set new eco-friendly standards to improve oral health outcomes. With a postgraduate certificate in leadership and coaching, she also coaches dental professionals on how to practically apply sustainable excellence in their day-to-day clinical practice. An avid content creator, Brittany leverages digital platforms to foster communities of learning and collaboration, inspiring future generations of dental professionals to prioritize earth-friendly changes that will take our industry, communities and patients into a bright and healthy future.