Running a dental practice involves juggling many tasks, with patient care at the forefront. But the constant stream of phone calls and administrative work can be overwhelming for front desk staff. This is where a dental answering service becomes invaluable. By partnering with a professional answering service, dental practices can streamline their operations, enhance patient satisfaction, and give their front desk staff more time to focus on essential tasks and helping patients that are in-office.
Complexity of the front desk
The front desk of a dental practice is a busy place. Staff members are responsible for answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and assisting with check-ins and check-outs. With so much going on, it can be challenging to focus and provide the personalized, attentive service that patients deserve.A dental answering service helps by taking on the task of managing incoming calls. This allows your front desk team to better manage their time, reduce stress, and focus on delivering excellent patient care. With fewer interruptions, they can engage more meaningfully with patients in the office, ensuring a smooth and pleasant experience from arrival to departure.
Don’t miss an opportunity
Whenever a prospective new patient is calling a practice, that is a hot lead. If their call goes to voicemail, they are more likely to call another practice than to call back or leave a message. In other words, a missed call is missed business.
For existing patients, a missed call leads to frustration too. While in-practice staff have many tasks to juggle, our call agents are on hand to do one thing: answer calls for you. This means that your practice will minimized missed opportunities for new business and it means that your practice will continue to service existing patients better. It’s a win-win.
We answer calls and schedule in your software
At Unique Dental Scheduling, we seamlessly integrate with your existing systems. Our team answers calls on behalf of your practice, acting as an extension of your front desk. With a secure remote desktop connection to you office, we access your scheduling software and ensure that appointments are booked directly into your system in real-time. Following every patient interaction we also notify the practice of the new appointment.
This approach eliminates the risk of double bookings or data discrepancies. Patients receive consistent service, whether they are speaking with someone in your office or with our team. By handling calls and scheduling remotely, we provide your practice with the flexibility to maintain smooth operations without sacrificing the patient experience.
Why Unique?
Choosing Unique Dental Scheduling means partnering with a team committed to excellence in every aspect of our service. Our core values of transparency, security, and client and patient satisfaction set us apart.
Transparency: We believe in clear and open communication. You’ll always be informed about how we manage your calls and appointments, with detailed reporting and regular updates.
Security: We prioritize the protection of patient information. Our secure remote desktop connections and stringent data handling protocols ensure that all interactions are safe and compliant with industry regulations.
Client and Patient Satisfaction: Our goal is to enhance the experience for both your staff and your patients. By providing professional and courteous call handling, we ensure that every patient interaction reflects positively on your practice.
By using a dental answering service, you’re not just adding administrative support; it’s a strategic partner in optimizing your practice’s operations. With Unique Dental Scheduling, you can elevate your practice’s efficiency, improve patient satisfaction, and allow your front desk team to focus on what they do best—providing exceptional patient care.