--- title: 4 Tips to Keep Your Waiting Room Moving description: Your waiting room matters! Here are tips to keep your waiting room moving. image: https://blog.solsticebenefits.com/hs-fs/hub/215049/file-1848848759.jpg --- [![Solstice](https://blog.solsticebenefits.com/hubfs/images/Solstice-Primary-Logo-RGB.svg "Solstice")](http://www.solsticebenefits.com) # Solstice Provider Blog ## [4 Tips to Keep Your Waiting Room Moving](https://blog.solsticebenefits.com/solstice-provider-blog/4-tips-to-keep-your-waiting-room-moving) Posted by [Kate Ranta](https://blog.solsticebenefits.com/solstice-provider-blog/author/kate-ranta) on May 20, 2025 10:15:00 AM [![Share on Facebook](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/facebook-24x24.png)](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.solsticebenefits.com%2Fsolstice-provider-blog%2F4-tips-to-keep-your-waiting-room-moving%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dfacebook) [![Share on LinkedIn](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/linkedin-24x24.png)](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.solsticebenefits.com%2Fsolstice-provider-blog%2F4-tips-to-keep-your-waiting-room-moving%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dlinkedin) [![Share on Twitter](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/twitter-24x24.png)](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.solsticebenefits.com%2Fsolstice-provider-blog%2F4-tips-to-keep-your-waiting-room-moving%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dtwitter&url=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.solsticebenefits.com%2Fsolstice-provider-blog%2F4-tips-to-keep-your-waiting-room-moving%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dtwitter&source=tweetbutton&text=4%20Tips%20to%20Keep%20Your%20Waiting%20Room%20Moving) [![Share on Email](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/email-24x24.png)](mailto:?subject=Check%20out%20https%3A%2F%2Fblog.solsticebenefits.com%2Fsolstice-provider-blog%2F4-tips-to-keep-your-waiting-room-moving%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Demail%20&body=Check%20out%20https%3A%2F%2Fblog.solsticebenefits.com%2Fsolstice-provider-blog%2F4-tips-to-keep-your-waiting-room-moving%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Demail) ![104499733_Woman_at_reception_of_clinic-1](https://blog.solsticebenefits.com/hs-fs/hubfs/104499733_Woman_at_reception_of_clinic-1.jpg?width=720&height=481&name=104499733_Woman_at_reception_of_clinic-1.jpg) Have you designed your [dental office waiting room](https://blog.solsticebenefits.com/solstice-provider-blog/spruce-up-your-waiting-room) to meet the standards of your patients? Contrary to popular belief, an active waiting room tests the longevity of your office and how the office meets the demands of diverse patients. Booking appointments doesn't necessarily show how successful your office is during opening hours. The fact that patients keep their appointments illustrates how responsive you are to their needs. There are many tricks and tips to keep your waiting room moving. These tips are practical and produce long-term results that direct your revenue. **![Young man driving and smiling in his car](https://blog.solsticebenefits.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Young%20man%20driving%20and%20smiling%20in%20his%20car.jpeg?width=720&height=480&name=Young%20man%20driving%20and%20smiling%20in%20his%20car.jpeg)** **Parking Space Proximity** As a provider, it is vital to understand the emotional welfare of your patients. For example dental patients suffer from anxiety, dental phobia, and feelings of stress that determine their day. Finding a parking spot near your office can also make people anxious. Ensuring your patients can park in a spot and make their appointments on time will help your waiting room move smoothly and quickly. Moreover, handicapped-accessible parking spots and doorways are a must. **![a person following directions to a doctors office](https://blog.solsticebenefits.com/hs-fs/hubfs/AI-Generated%20Media/Images/a%20person%20following%20directions%20to%20a%20doctors%20office.jpeg?width=720&height=411&name=a%20person%20following%20directions%20to%20a%20doctors%20office.jpeg)** **Easy-to-Follow Directions for Your Patients ** Getting to your office is only half the battle. Patients need directions within the building and in the exam room. Signs that give patients clear directions to different rooms and floors instill a sense of security. Patients are given the confidence to be knowledgeable in their surroundings. This reduces stress on patients, staff, and providers. **![Waiting room with reception in medical clinic](https://blog.solsticebenefits.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Waiting%20room%20with%20reception%20in%20medical%20clinic.jpeg?width=720&height=480&name=Waiting%20room%20with%20reception%20in%20medical%20clinic.jpeg)** **Optimize Your Reception Area** Some people don't realize how much the reception area matters when patients seek care. You want your reception area to be comfortable and offer enough spacious. Crutches, wheelchairs, and other assistive equipment should be able to breeze through the room without complications. Reception areas that are disorganized and with poor lighting won't translate well with your patients and may even induce additional stress. Placing tasteful art and an interior color design with neutral tones also make for a comfortable environment for your patients. **![Group of business people in meeting with doctors offering medical insurance](https://blog.solsticebenefits.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Group%20of%20business%20people%20in%20meeting%20with%20doctors%20offering%20medical%20insurance.jpeg?width=720&height=513&name=Group%20of%20business%20people%20in%20meeting%20with%20doctors%20offering%20medical%20insurance.jpeg)** **Clear Office Policies** Office policies are a significant factor that determines how the waiting room functions. Establish objective office policies in a binder or have one laminated on a wall to let patients know how your office works. Always remind patients of your office policies to clear any confusion.   Create a welcoming environment that imbues healing. This places patients in a position where they trust you as a dentist for their medical needs. A dental office that respects new and established patients will see better results. [![Are you up to your patients' standards? Find out HERE.](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/215049/12de8fa9-7050-416e-a873-eea2897be7e2.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/215049/12de8fa9-7050-416e-a873-eea2897be7e2) Want to join the Solstice network? Connect with our dedicated provider relations team for more information about joining our network. You can call 1.877.760.2247 or email [providerrelations@solsticebenefits.com](http://providerrelations@solsticebenefits.com).   Already in the Solstice network? Search to see if you're part of the [Solstice dental PPO or HMO network](https://www.solsticebenefits.com/provider-search.aspx). You can also go to [https://www.mysolstice.net/](https://www.mysolstice.net/) or call us at 1.877.760.2247. 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