You Create Healthy Smiles — Let’s Make Sure the Internet Reflects That
You can be the best dentist in town — but if your online reviews say otherwise (or say nothing at all), you’re losing patients before they ever call your office
Over 93% of people read online reviews before choosing a local healthcare provider, and dental practices are no exception. Your Google reviews are often the first impression a new patient sees. And in many cases, they’re the only thing people check before picking up the phone.
At DentistVox, we help dental offices across the country take control of their reputation — and turn happy patients into 5-star advocates online.
Why Reviews Matter More Than You Think
- Reviews are modern word-of-mouth - In the digital era, people trust reviews more than ads — and almost as much as a personal referral.
- Google rewards high-rated businesses - The more 5-star reviews you have, the higher you’ll show up in local search results.
- Patients trust the star rating — even before your website - Most patients check your Google Business Profile and scan your stars before they ever click your site.
3 Common Reputation Mistakes Dental Offices Make
Not Asking for Reviews
Letting One Bad Review Define You
Relying Only on Google
Your happiest patients leave your office with a smile — but unless you ask, they rarely post.
Fix: Ask every satisfied patient to leave a review. Train your front desk team to mention it post-visit.
One upset patient can overshadow hundreds of positive experiences.
Fix: Respond professionally, and don’t ignore it — it shows future patients you care.
While Google is king, platforms like Yelp, Healthgrades, and Facebook also matter.
Fix: Encourage reviews across a few platforms — and keep your profiles active.
How to Build a 5-Star Reputation (That Actually Sticks)
- Claim & Optimize Your Google Business Profile - Ensure all business info is accurate. Add photos, list services, and include your booking link. This is your review hub
- Create an Automated Review Funnel -Use tools that send review requests via text or email after appointments. Don’t rely on patients to remember later.
- Make It Easy to Leave a Review -Include QR codes at your front desk, review links in emails, and a “Leave a Review” button on your site.
- Respond to Every Review — Good or Bad - Thank happy reviewers. Address concerns in a professional, HIPAA-compliant way. Future patients are watching how you react.
- Highlight Reviews Across Your Website - Add a testimonials slider, or pull your Google reviews into your homepage. Make your reputation visible where it counts.
Bonus: Turn Reviews Into Ranking Power
Every review includes keywords like “best dentist,” “painless root canal,” or “gentle hygienist.” These keywords help Google associate your practice with specific services — and improve your visibility in local results.
Translation: Good reviews = better rankings = more patients.
We Help Dentists Turn Happy Patients Into 5-Star Advocates
At DentistVox, we integrate review generation into your full marketing system — so you don’t have to ask twice or chase patients down.
