A former drugstore may offer the visibility, parking and footprint a dental practice needs. But what makes a retail building worth converting? Robert Wade explores the architectural decisions behind turning a former Rite Aid into a pediatric dental practice.

A child and a parent can walk into the same pediatric dental office and experience two completely different spaces. Good design has to understand both.

Dental office acoustics involve much more than soundproof walls. From the floor plan and treatment room placement to doors, HVAC and finishes, thoughtful acoustic design can help protect privacy, reduce anxiety and create a calmer patient experience.

Great dental practice design isn't just about aesthetics—it shapes patient trust, improves staff workflow, and creates experiences people remember. Here's why thoughtful design has become one of the most valuable investments a practice can make.

As more states adopt updated healthcare codes, dental practices offering deep sedation and general anesthesia are facing new requirements. The good news? A Category 1 dental clinic doesn't have to be overly complicated—or overly expensive—when it's planned correctly.