You know your practice inside and out. But have you ever walked it the way your patients do?

For patients with mobility challenges, hearing loss, low vision, or cognitive differences, small decisions — a door handle, a hallway width, a check-in process — can be the difference between a practice they feel comfortable visiting and one they quietly stop returning to. 

This guide breaks down what accessibility looks like for dental practices with practical steps you can take to make your practice more welcoming for every patient you serve.

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For dentists who want a welcoming space to treat patients as people first, this guide ensures your practice reflects that.

What’s covered inside:

7 Principles of Accessible Design:

A clear framework for understanding what accessible design actually looks like and how to apply it across your practice.

Evaluate Your Practice:

Walk through your patients' experience — from the parking lot to the checkout desk — to ensure accessibility  and uncover where your practice may unknowingly fall short.

Simple Shifts:

From lighting swaps to fidget toys, see the small, high-impact changes you can make today to improve the experience for a wider range of patients.

The Bigger Picture:

What incorporating accessibility looks like in practice, including planning ahead, upcoming regulations, and tax incentives many dentists don't know exist.

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