As a pediatric dentist, do you know how parents choose a specialist for their kids? 

Previous dental visits are a huge factor when making a decision. Another factor is recommendations by friends and acquaintances.

Of course, online search results also have an impact on their final decision. Speaking of positive experiences, you can't discount the effect of pediatric dental office design. Now, if you're considering upgrading your clinic, here are some trends that can help steer you in the right direction.

1. Dental Office Colors: Time to Go Bold

A fresh coat of paint goes a long way in making your dental office more inviting. Not only will it make your clinic more vibrant, but it can also help you and your staff feel more productive. 

For pediatric dental offices, a trend many practitioners are embracing is bright colors. It's not surprising since a child's imagination is almost limitless. That means if you're considering a sci-fi theme or an outer space aesthetic, you can just go for it.

If you have hesitations about going all out with the design, there's still a way to use minimalistic elements that appeal to children, teens, and adults. By emphasizing interesting light shapes and a few bright colors strategically placed throughout the office, you can create visual interest.

2. Serve the Wow in the Dental Waiting Room

The key to a positive dental experience is your waiting room. If you want to make your waiting room more kid-friendly, you have to go beyond painting the walls with cartoon characters or superheroes.

Consider having a play area so children can stay active while they wait. Make sure it has books, puzzles, and other educational toys that won't disrupt other patients. Also, don't forget kid-centric artwork, comfy dental office furniture, and other touches appealing to children and teens.

3. Embrace Technology in Your Pediatric Dental Office Design

You've gone all out with your waiting room, so why shouldn't your treatment room be the same? Treatment rooms don't have to be scary, and luckily, interactive technology can help kids be more at ease while receiving dental treatments.

One way to do this is to add a TV to keep children occupied during dental cleanings. Virtual reality (VR) is also an option, which helps kids learn more about dental procedures and their treatment plans. Beyond the treatment room, you can also install a technology station somewhere in the office (could also be in the waiting area), where kids can play video games. 

4. Ensure Accessibility for Those With Special Needs

While some would argue this isn't a trend but a must for dental offices, remember that parents of kids with special needs notice and appreciate additional thoughtfulness.

So, in the process of updating your interiors, consider treatment room distractions, sound-muting wall coverings, dimmable lights, etc., to cater to patients with sensory sensitivities.

Ready to up the Fun in Your Dental Office?

Is your pediatric dental office design future-proof? If you need a partner to upgrade your clinic, Arminco Inc. is ready to help. We are a premier dental, medical, and veterinary office design and construction company with almost two decades in the business. 

Contact us today to get started on your dental office redesign.