Sidekick - Spring 2013 - (Page 10)

Boulder Dental Designs is a general dentistry practice set at the base of the majestic Rocky Mountains in Boulder, Colorado. Dr. John Montoya and his staff specialize in cosmetic dentistry, full-mouth cases, a great soft-tissue program, orthodontics, and TMD. Since moving from San Diego and purchasing the existing practice in 2008, Dr. Montoya has enjoyed great success by expanding the services offered by the previous doctor and by providing patients with highly personalized care that gives them a smile they are proud to show off. Boulder Dental Designs Boulder, Colorado DR. JOHN MONTOYA But that was not how it always was. The doctor’s previous location was an excellent example of how poorly configured space was an obstacle to Dr. Montoya’s growing practice, even if he used cutting-edge technology and employed a professional, caring staff. Small Office, Shared Spaces Limit Productivity The original 1,400-square-foot office was outfitted with several cutting-edge pieces of technology, including the E4D Dentist System, DEXIS sensors, Dentrix Practice Management Software, and a shared panoramic unit, but Dr. Montoya and his staff were not able to use this advanced technology to its fullest. In fact, space was so tight, he was relegated to working on the E4D in a multipurpose room that served as both a lab and extra storage. In addition, the four operatories—two hygiene rooms and two used for restorative procedures—contained an eclectic, unmatched collection of chairs and cabinetry, leading to dentistry that was neither efficient nor comfortable. The original chairs had been replaced with newer ones that did not fit well into the space, creating an ergonomic nightmare. The rear cabinets contributed to the problem by offering no true functionality. It had been clear that the practice needed more room, but the space needed to be thoughtfully designed to be productive, attractive, comfortable, and spacious enough to accommodate a second doctor in the future. The timing was right—Dr. Montoya’s five-year lease was about to end. With no room available for expansion, he made a critical decision to move and upgrade the practice. (continued on pg. 14) 11

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Sidekick - Spring 2013

Sidekick - Spring 2013
Table of Contents
Boulder Dental Designs
Featured Designs
Are You Happy with the Quality and Quantity of Your Patient Base?
Digital X-ray— Everything I Didn’t Know I Wanted
Creating Great First Impressions with Office Design
The High Cost of Old Technology
When I See You Smile
Making the Switch to E4D for a Better Fit
Buzz Nabers Dental Studio 304
Understanding Credit Card Processing Rates
A Growing Family—Two Winning Announcements from i-CAT
Kalman Oral Surgery & Implant Center
A New Model for an Old Practice
TechCentral
Henry Schein Service
Henry Schein Financial Services
Privileges
Professional Practice Transitions
ProRepair

Sidekick - Spring 2013