Getting the Proper Flow
When working with your designer on your new dental office design there are two areas that you want to make sure you spend adequate time so that a good plan is achieved. One is the front reception area and the other is your sterilization room. If you have an on-site lab, you might also want to spend some time on this area, too.
Why do I say this? There is a lot of detail in these areas. While your dental office designer may have laid out dozens of reception areas and sterilization rooms for other clients, your particular collection of equipment and work habits directly impact an efficient design of both the space and casework. The casework should incorporate your equipment to provide for easy reach and access. This will diminish the chances for repetitive use injuries amongst your staff. The heights of cabinets and counters should also make for easy and comfortable working conditions. Plus, they must accommodate the physically handicapped whether they are currently on your staff or not.
Working with my clients on mapping out these areas is a real joy for me. The time spent learning about their particular dental practice so I can design a flow and create a plan that serves their needs is one of the most enjoyable parts of being a dental office designer. So, when scheduling time with your dental office designer, remember to allow for adequate time to be spent on these critical areas. Improved efficiencies in both reception and sterilization which translates into healthier bottom lines await you if you do!
