A Streamlined Solution for the Space-Conscious Dental Practice
In any operatory, the dental chair undeniably ranks among the most mission-critical components. While it can be easy to take for granted when it’s functioning as intended, as Monish Bhola, DDS, MSD, explained, “If the chair goes down, the whole operatory goes down.”
Dr. Bhola is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, as well as a renowned speaker and educator who operates 2 practices in the Detroit, MI, area. When it came time to expand his second location, he followed a trend common in modern dentistry: “To maximize space and see more patients, we’re seeing practices add extra operatories,” Dr. Bhola shared.
However, like many dentists who undertake this endeavor, he encountered a dilemma—how do you fit all the equipment you need in a smaller operatory? A traditional, bulky chair was out of the question given the space limitations, and a separate delivery system and ceiling-mounted light were far from ideal.
Thankfully, Dr. Bhola found a winning solution in the Forest 3900 Operatory Package from DENTALEZ: a compact, durable, and stylish equipment set that includes the Forest 3900 dental chair, LED light, and delivery system, all designed to provide clinicians and their patients with optimal comfort and convenience.
Made for the Modern Operatory
After a “seamless” installation, Dr. Bhola quickly discovered the full benefits of having the Forest 3900 dental chair in each of his 6 operatories. “The chair has a very sleek profile,” he said. “Even in a smaller operatory, it doesn’t take up much room.” Likewise, both he and his patients noted the high quality of the leather and stitching: “I’ve received so many compliments from patients,” he reported. According to DENTALEZ, the Forest 3900 is the only dental chair on the market that can be finished in a color other than white—the wealth of color options available for the chair back, base, upholstery, and stitching allow your personal style to shine through and instantly give every operatory an inviting, modern esthetic.
Patient- and Provider-Friendly Design
On top of its visual appeal, the Forest 3900 offers performance and ergonomics to match. Acknowledging that not every dental chair is so “patient friendly,” Dr. Bhola noted that the Forest 3900 makes it easy for patients to get in and out of the chair. He shared that patient response has been positive: “The feedback I’ve received from patients is that the chair is very comfortable,” he said. “We’re a surgical office, and because surgical procedures tend to be a bit longer—2 hours or more vs 30 to 40 minutes for a regular visit—comfort becomes especially important.”
In addition to Ultraleather plush upholstery and a wide back for improved patient elbow support, the Forest 3900 dental chair’s streamlined, ergonomic design provides clinicians with clear sightlines and better access to the oral cavity. The delivery system, which Dr. Bhola called “phenomenal,” along with an “amazing” high-intensity, operating room-quality LED light, also helps keep his workflow hassle-free. “If you have a separate delivery system and ceiling-mounted lighting unit, suddenly you have 3 or 4 additional pain points. With the full package, everything is connected and functions seamlessly.”
Dr. Bhola was also happy to share that, in the time since he’s had his Forest 3900 equipment installed, he’s never had to make an emergency service call: “With other brands, we’ve always had to have a service technician come about once a month, whether it’s a waterline leak or a compressor issue,” he explained. “This equipment has been maintenance-free for almost 3 years.”
Backed by Top-Notch Support
Dental products are often only as good as the support behind them and, in Dr. Bhola’s experience, DENTALEZ has met his expectations at every turn. His practice served as a pre-launch field-test site for the company’s Aeras smart compressor and vacuum by Ramvac, which, like his Forest 3900 dental chairs, comprise technology integral to practice operation. Beyond applauding the quietness of these systems, as well as the benefits of the eco-friendly Aeras dry vacuum, he values the around-the-clock remote monitoring service included at no extra charge.
“The biggest advantage of having this technology in a busy, modern practice is the monitoring service— troubleshooting is all done remotely, and our staff is immediately alerted if maintenance or anything else needs to be done.” Overall, Dr. Bhola said this kind of quality and convenience is indicative of the level of support DENTALEZ provides: “The customer service aspect has been top notch—they call back right away, and are always knowledgeable, professional, and friendly.”
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