Why Having a TV or Music Helps Calm The Office Mood

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Many Americans claim that they are afraid of going to their dentist. In fact, it’s so common that it even has its own term: “dental anxiety”. Why are people so anxious about going to the dentist? Is it really so bad? You wait in an uncomfortable room, read some old magazines, and then sit in […]

Which Building Types Are Best For Dental Practices?

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Whether you’re looking to open up a brand new practice or you’re looking to relocate your existing practice, odds are you won’t have the budget to build your own dental practice from scratch. This is okay–few dental practices do. This means that you will have to rent or buy an existing space in which to […]

Ensure Your Patients Feel at Ease When They Enter Your Dental Office

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A visit to the dentist can trigger anxiety and fear in many patients, young and old. A dental office waiting room can magnify that. It’s the first thing patients see when they walk in the building, and a traditional clinical look with buzzing fluorescent lights, uncomfortable chairs, and old magazines can add to patients’ anxieties.

Why You Need A Separate Recovery Room

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When planning out the design of your dental practice, you will need to figure out exactly what you’re needs are so that you can create an office space that is efficient and effective. Although you may be tempted to include as many treatment rooms or as big of a treatment space (if you go with […]

Adding A Kitchen To Your Dental Practice

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It’s common for a wide range of businesses, including dental offices, to include kitchens. If you are a manager looking to remodel your kitchen at work, it helps to prepare a remodel checklist before you decide on a complete solution. Naturally, a small to medium business wants to spend its money as efficiently as possible, […]

Designing a Dental Office to Fulfill the Needs of Patients

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The design of a dental office must meet several demands. First, it must afford space for the dentist to his job – both medical and administrative. Second, it must be efficiently laid out so that the staff can be effective. Foremost, however, the design must cater to the needs of the patients. Here is a […]

How to Create a Kid-Friendly and Family-Oriented Office

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There’s a good chance that your dental practice sees its fair share of kids. Nobody “enjoys” going to the dentist, but this tends to be especially true for children, many of whom may even be nervous or scared about their visit, especially if it’s to have a tooth pulled or a cavity filled. It’s one […]

Important Updates to Your Dental Office to Make an Ideal First Impression

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Your patients are the heart and soul of your dental practice. Without them, your doors wouldn’t need to ever open. As a dental care provider, it’s your job to get new patients in the door, help them to feel comfortable and at ease, and create an experience that invites them to come back for future […]