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Appointment Booking

Appointment Booking for Dental Practices

Modern Patient Scheduling

Professional appointment booking for dentists. Give patients the convenience they expect while reducing front desk burden.

79%
of patients prefer online booking
40%
reduction in no-shows
35%
decrease in phone calls

Perfect For

General dental practicesCosmetic dentistsPediatric dentistsOrthodontistsOral surgeons

Why Dental Practices Choose SchedulingKit

Patient Self-Booking

Patients schedule cleanings and checkups 24/7.

Recall Reminders

Automatic 6-month checkup notifications.

Procedure Types

Different slots for different treatments.

New Patient Forms

Collect info before the first visit.

Features Built for Dental Practices

Appointment types

Cleanings, exams, fillings, crowns

Provider selection

Patients choose hygienist or dentist

Insurance capture

Collect coverage before visits

Family booking

Schedule multiple family members

Emergency slots

Same-day availability for urgent cases

Recall system

6-month checkup reminders

How Appointment Booking Works for Dental Practices

Appointment booking for dental practices involves more than just picking a time slot. Clients expect a seamless flow from discovering your availability to receiving a confirmation—ideally without making a phone call. A well-designed booking system handles service selection, staff assignment, buffer time between sessions, and automatic reminders in a single workflow.

The biggest friction point for dental practices is the back-and-forth. When clients email or call to schedule, you lose time negotiating availability and risk double-bookings. Online appointment booking eliminates this entirely: clients see real-time availability, choose the service they need, and confirm instantly. You reclaim hours every week that were previously spent on administrative coordination.

Beyond scheduling, the booking flow itself is a client experience touchpoint. Collecting intake information, sending branded confirmation emails, and delivering timely reminders all shape how professional your dental practices business appears. Automated no-show protection—through deposits, cancellation policies, or SMS reminders—protects your revenue while respecting your clients' time.

Common Use Cases

Routine cleanings

6-month hygiene appointments

New patient exams

Comprehensive first visits

Procedures

Fillings, crowns, root canals

Emergency visits

Urgent dental care

How SchedulingKit Compares

See how SchedulingKit compares to popular booking solutions for dental practices.

Recommended

SchedulingKit

  • Free plan with unlimited bookings
  • Calendar sync & reminders included
  • Payment collection on free plan
  • No credit card required

Calendly

  • Free plan (1 event type only)
  • Paid plans from $10/seat/month
  • No payments on free plan
  • Best for meetings & sales calls

Acuity

  • No free plan available
  • Starts at $16/month
  • Good for service businesses
  • Owned by Squarespace

All plans include the features dental practices need most — no surprises on your bill.

“
60% of appointments are now booked online. Our front desk finally has time to focus on patient care.
S
SchedulingKit User
Practice Owner

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this HIPAA compliant?

Yes. We offer HIPAA-ready features with encryption, audit logs, and BAA availability.

Can patients book specific procedures?

Yes. Set up cleanings, checkups, fillings, and any other services with appropriate durations.

How do recall reminders work?

Automatic 6-month reminders encourage patients to book their next cleaning.

Can families book together?

Yes. Family booking lets parents schedule themselves and kids in back-to-back slots.

Further Reading

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