Spa Inspired
Setting up a dental practice in New York City can present unique challenges not found in suburban or rural areas, due to smaller office spaces. “Sometimes doctors have to compromise on a few things,” said Merolle. “I tell the doctors that the operatories are the most important part of the practice, and then we go from there.”
At 1,149-square-feet, Meridian Dental Group is spacious by Manhattan standards. To maximize every inch of space, Merolle and Patterson Dental Office Designer Sherry Tassavori created an open floor plan with four 11' x 9' dual entrance operatories, an 8-foot A-dec sterilization center, a small lab, reception area, staff lounge, a private restroom for staff, a private office, an alcove for their PLANMECA panoramic X-ray and a spot reserved for a future CEREC system. “The office is very functional,” said Merolle.
The office’s modern décor also contributes to the feeling of spaciousness. Dr. Chan selected a light, monochromatic palette of whites, greens and earth tones that open up the space. She took decorating cues from chic hotels and condos to create a spa-like oasis. “I didn’t want it to be traditional or to look like a dental office,” said Dr. Chan. “I think we were able to succeed with that.”
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Though patients rarely wait longer than five minutes for their appointment, the doctors wanted to make the reception area a relaxing space. Contemporary furniture was chosen for its clean lines, as well as its comfort. An elegant white and gray marble reception desk is set aglow by three pendant lights. Patients are invited to enjoy a glass of ice water flavored with fresh fruit, which is always made available on the reception desk. Frosted glass doors separate the reception area from the clinical side of the practice.
White walls and flooring in the operatories create a clean, minimalist look. Sage A-dec chairs add natural color and complement A-dec cabinets in Natural Cane. The A-dec sterilization area is only a few steps from the operatories, creating a highly functional workflow. The doctors also made sure their staff was taken care of with a private lounge where they can enjoy lunch or a cup of coffee.
“It’s so relaxing and so calming,” said Patterson Dental Sales Representative Debralee Suro. “I really believe that’s what makes them so successful, not to mention they have beautiful personalities.”
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