Technology Planning and Integration for Dental Specialists
Technology Planning and Integration for Dental Specialists
Delivering tailored tech solutions to dental specialists across the industry
The treatment area is where the real work gets done. In orthodontics practices these can be a short adjustment visit of just a few minutes while dental or oral surgery offices may have patients seated for more than an hour at a time.
When using the technology, one of the first things we ask is how you would like to interface with your computer – seated or standing. If standing, how much clearance is needed for any dental supplies and tools below an elevated keyboard and mouse? Are you interested in an multiple monitors or even the newest ultra-wide monitors? Do you have the space for a computer? Finally, a matching color scheme can improve the aesthetics.
The consultation office is one of the most important spaces to plan. Depending on the desired flow , we typically arrange for one of more computers for the staff to use. The Treatment Coordinator can be using their system to collect patient histories, prepare contracts, or informed consents, etc. while the Doctor can use their dedicated computer and separate display to discuss the patient’s treatment plans or show educational videos.
Having multiple stations in a consultation office allow for efficient use of the space.
The treatment area is where the real work gets done. In orthodontics practices these can be a short adjustment visit of just a few minutes while dental or oral surgery offices may have patients seated for more than an hour at a time.
When using the technology, one of the first things we ask is how you would like to interface with your computer – seated or standing. If standing, how much clearance is needed for any dental supplies and tools below an elevated keyboard and mouse? Are you interested in an multiple monitors or even the newest ultra-wide monitors? Do you have the space for a computer? Finally, a matching color scheme can improve the aesthetics.
The reception area should be an inviting space with careful considerations for patient sign-in, usability of the computers and their accessories so that staff can remain engaged with their patients without getting overwhelmed.
Whether your staff are processing credit card payments, accepting digitally signed informed consents, or handing out freshly printed appointment slips – they can feel confident that the hardware will be functional. Mounting PCs off the floor clears up the foot well space for staff to sit comfortably without risking injury.
The back office areas or financial offices should be considered similarly to the reception area. Mounted PCs and having the peripherals within reach of the staff is useful.
Dual Monitors on these stations can help with productivity making excellent use of desk space with minimal capital investment.
The nerds set it up but real people have to interface with it to help troubleshoot the inevitable problems.
These areas should be clean and cool and labeled in a way that a non-techie can help sort out the details if something is not working just right.
