Building Type
New Freestanding (Dedicated) Building
Architect
Dave Fazio , Fazio Architects
Square Footage
6860
Interior Designer
Bethany Meister , Studio Innerspace, Inc.
Project Completion Date
September 15, 2012
Equipment Vender
Chuck Dixon , Patterson Dental Company
Our dental team strives to offer a warm and caring atmosphere while providing up-to-date dental care with professionalism and the latest technology available. We practice general dentistry, so we cater to every type of patient, young and old. Our priority is our patients: we are a successful business because we intertwine our patient services with both proper, up-to-date educated care and customer service. Growth is another key to a successful practice. We strive to provide a place of employment that gives our staff the ability to grow personally and professionally.
Design Criteria: Design Summary
Design Criteria: Dental Technology
We upgraded to new Eaglesoft software and now have the capabilities to access all of our technologies in the business, clinical, and staff areas
Each operatory is equipped with two monitors to allow a patient to view Caesy educational programs, intraoral images, digital x-rays, and cable television on one monitor during procedures while the clinician views the patient’s chart and x-rays, schedules future procedures and makes notes on a second monitor located at the head of the patient’s chair
Planmeca PANO equipment in a semi-enclosed area conveniently located en route to operatories
Schick digital sensors allow us to have up-to-date imaging
DigiDoc intra-oral cameras provide digital images for patients to view
A-dec LED track lights offer most up-to-date focused lighting
Proper conduits are installed and available for incorporation of new technologies as needed or afforded
Design Criteria: Dental Equipment
We equipped all operatories with new A-dec units and A-dec 511 chairs for their quality, aesthetics and ergonomics advantages
12 o’clock assistant’s instrumentation unit work surfaces in all operatories offers complete access and flexibility
Hygienists’ full radius dental units to accommodate right- and left-handed operators
Miele dental disinfection washing machine optimizes cassette systems and increases safety and protection to employees because handling of equipment is reduced
Hu-Friedy IMS cassette systems for all procedures allows us to have a sterile wrapped cassette the patient visually sees opened in front of them
A-dec side-delivery systems equip doctors in the clinical operatories
All electric hand pieces increase precision and efficiency
Ivoclar-Vivodent Odyssey & Navigator laser units
Facility is designed and constructed for accepting future purchases of dental equipment, including a Sirona Cerec unit and a Galileos Comfort 3D unit
Design Criteria: Ergonomics
Treatment rooms are dual entry and dimensionally designed for comfortable movement and ADA compliance to both patients and staff
Four hallways connecting the two clinical sides eases accessibility for clinical staff
The business area has additional staff seating to avoid overlap and provide more functional space, keeping the design element needed for future growth
Each work station within the business area is equipped with keyboard trays and proper seating and computer use
All staff benefit from natural lighting, regardless of their location within the office building, thus reducing the use of harsh fluorescent lighting
Design Criteria: Aesthetics
The building’s exterior stone and stucco siding coincide with the completely xeriscaped grounds
The office is designed with a technologically up-to-date and professional presence, while embracing patients with a calm, at-home feeling
The waiting area is spacious with windows, high ceilings, choices in seating, and a fireplace to complete the homely feel
The interior is stylish without appearing ostentatious, appealing to all ages
The overall design is timeless and transitional in style, peppered cleverly with many modern elements throughout the space that can be updated at minimal cost
An art gallery rail throughout the central core of the building exists for showcasing local artists’ talents
The abundant use of large windows provides natural light and beautiful views of the xeriscaping surrounding our building, offering a visual escape for our patients
Design Advice: Dental Technology
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