Are you wondering if house call dentistry is a good business model? We sure think it is, and our network of house call dentists has been able to serve geriatric patients who otherwise wouldn’t receive dental care. When you become a house call dentist, you get to be your own boss and set your own schedule. There are countless other benefits of becoming a house call dentist, but most importantly, you will be providing critically important dental care to those who need it most.
House Call Dentistry: Why it Matters
According to the CDC, only 65% of people attended a dental visit in 2019. Accessibility is one of the main barriers to dental care, even if the patient can afford to pay. For the geriatric population, decreased mobility and lack of transportation can make getting to the dentist’s office impossible.
With aging comes tooth and gum deterioration. Those with dementia may have trouble remembering to care for their teeth. While caregivers can help with dental hygiene, they aren’t able to provide full-service dental care. Cleanings, exams, cavities, and emergencies call for a professional dentist. That’s where we come in. GHD provides access to dental care for patients who can’t come into a brick-and-mortar dentist’s office.
Perks of Becoming a House Call Dentist
House call dentistry offers many benefits for you and for your patients. Not only will you be calling the shots and setting your own work hours, you will also be able to start your dental practice without the cumbersome startup costs that in-office dentists have.
The biggest benefit of house call dentistry for your patients is that they don’t have to leave home. For GHD patients and their caretakers, the in-home services we provide reduce a lot of stress and hassle. Becoming a house call dentist allows you to access a demographic of patients that is, for the most part, untapped. It’s a win-win for you and your patients.
Even if you are currently operating an in-office dental practice, setting up a house call practice with GHD will allow you to reach an underserved population. Geriatric, housebound patients need caring, knowledgeable dentists like you to clean their teeth, fix their dentures, and provide urgent dental care when necessary.
Join the Geriatric Housecall Dentistry Network
For an affordable amount per month, you can become a fully operational, house call dentist in just a few weeks. As part of the GHD network, you’ll be providing important dental services to patients who are elderly and housebound. Many of our patients suffer from dementia and/or physical impairments. If you are seeking a career in dentistry, you can help us reach an underserved population by using your skills to expand the GHD network. Help dementia patients and work with like-minded people as a GHD dentist. Find out more about joining Geriatric Housecall Dentistry today.
