Do you work clients who have dental consultants?

Yes. Many of our clients work with dental consultant companies to grow and improve their practices. They are some of our favorite clients because they understand that careful planning and investment in the early stages of practice design creates the groundwork for productivity and practice growth.

Great Dentists Shouldn't be Stuck in Average Practices.

Q: How much does a dental office design cost?

Dental office floor plans start at $4,995. Conceptual drawings (blocking diagrams) start at $1,599. For more pricing info, and to learn why investing in design is the smart choice for long-term profitability, check out our pricing page.

Q: What exactly is different about your designs?

We treat your practice as a whole system, not individual rooms. This includes clinical workflow optimization, streamlined sterilization, treatment rooms designed for ergonomics and high productivity, and an environment focused on case acceptance and patient psychology. For more insight into our process, check out our 18 Elements of a General Practice Floor Plan.

Q: Do you design offices for specialty practices?

Yes, we design offices for all dental specialties, including orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, oral surgery, and endodontics. Each design focuses on workflow, patient flow, and efficiency tailored to your specialty.

Q: Do you have a showroom?

Yes, but they are not static spaces designed to sell equipment. They are actual dental offices where you can observe our systems in action with real patients and real doctors. The best way to see how top-performing offices work is by attending one of our Over-the-Shoulder Events. If you cannot make an event, reach out to us and we will match you with a practice that you can tour. With thousands of amazing dental offices across the United States and Canada, we are sure to have one in your region.

Q: Do you sell equipment?

Our equipment partner, Ergonomic Products, designs and manufactures durable dental equipment and cabinetry right here in the US.

Most dental offices are designed for the average dentist.
Average designs lead to average results.

At Design Ergonomics, we optimize practices for something very different: Top-tier performance. Our designs are engineered to help dentists reach top 5% productivity in the nation.

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What is the difference between an average dental office and a top-performing one?

Average dental office design focuses on the building and is typically based on what has been done before, resulting in inefficient layouts that support average productivity levels.

High-performance design intentionally engineers clinical workflow, equipment integration, and operational systems to maximize efficiency, reduce stress, and increase productivity.

The difference is not how the office looks; it’s how well it performs every minute of every day.

Curious how we achieve this? Check out our Efficiency Planning Guide.

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Immediate Cost Savings and Long-Term Performance Increases

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Extra Production per Room / Month

A typical 10-op Design Ergonomics office produces $28,672 to $43,008 per treatment room per month.

An average 10-op dental office would generate only about $14,336 per treatment room per month.

These figures are based on a 10-op practice with two general practitioners producing $560/hr (2024 ADA) for 32 hours a week. Doctors working in Design Ergonomics offices consistently produce two to three times that.

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Saved Space

A typical 10-op Design Ergonomics office can be built in about 3,300 SF.

Due to less efficient use of space, an average dental office needs about 4,500 SF for a 10-op practice.

Design Ergonomics floor plans typically have 1 treatment room per 330 SF of space. Average designs typically have 1 treatment room per 450 SF of space. For more information on room yield, check out this article.

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Construction Savings

Construction costs for a 3,300 SF 10-op dental office by Design Ergonomics run about $825K.

A ballpark figure for construction costs for a 4,500 SF 10-op dental office is about $1.125M.

Estimate based $250 / SF tenant improvement project. Check out this article for more information on estimating project costs.

The difference between a typical dental office and a Design Ergonomics practice is measurable. Our designs make better use of space than competitors, lowering your construction costs. Higher productivity in less space also means dramatically improved profitability and lower long-term overhead.

// A Client Experience //

"Working with Design Ergonomics Allowed us to Build our Dream Practice."

Hear from Dr. David Willey from Lakeside Dental Arts as he discusses his experience working with Design Ergonomics to optimize his dental practice. Learn how our team’s expertise in design, equipment, and efficiency training has helped them create a more productive, yet stress-free environment.

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Designing The Best Dental Offices Across North America

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Oshkosh, WI

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West Highland, UT

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Greeley, CO

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Central City, NE

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Chattanooga, TN

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5 Steps to Create Your Dream Office

Your Five Step Playbook dives into the 5 key project stages for designing a dental office:

Planning
Property Acquisition
Design Development
Design Execution
Construction

With the right plan, you’ll build a thriving, profitable practice—one that gives you the space, satisfaction, and success you’ve always dreamed of.

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Not all dental design partners are created equal.

Our deep knowledge of dental office design will ensure that you have a top-producing practice that you love working in. When it's time for the next stage, we don't just hand your plans off. We coordinate with your local team to ensure that your project goes smoothly.

Design Ergonomics

Local Architect

Dental Equipment Dealer

Dental Design Experience

4,000+ Offices

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1,000's of Offices

Site Analysis

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Concept Development

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Dental Productivity Expertise

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Understanding of Practice Models

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Coordination with Contractors

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Interior Design

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3D Rendering

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Schematic Floor Plans

Site Feasibility

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Code Review

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Bidding & Permitting

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Dental Design Experience

4,000+ Offices

Site Analysis

Concept Development

Dental Productivity Expertise

Understanding of Practice Models

Coordination with Contractors

Interior Design

3D Rendering

Schematic Floor Plans

Site Feasibility

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Code Review

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Bidding & Permitting

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Dental Design Experience

limited

Site Analysis

—

Concept Development

—

Dental Productivity Expertise

—

Understanding of Practice Models

—

Coordination with Contractors

sometimes

Interior Design

3D Rendering

Schematic Floor Plans

Site Feasibility

Code Review

Bidding & Permitting

Dental Design Experience

1,000's of Offices

Site Analysis

—

Concept Development

—

Dental Productivity Expertise

—

Understanding of Practice Models

—

Coordination with Contractors

sometimes

Interior Design

sometimes

3D Rendering

sometimes

Schematic Floor Plans

Site Feasibility

—

Code Review

—

Bidding & Permitting

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FAQs

How much does a dental office design cost?

What exactly is different about your designs?

Do you design offices for specialty practices?

Do you work with clients who have dental consultants?

Do you have a showroom?

Do you sell equipment?

Finally, a Dental Office that Works for You.

Average dental offices are built around space. Yours should be built around how you work. A well-designed practice runs smoother and helps you get more out of every day.

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