Picasso of Dental Flooplans...Doesn’t Do Boxy & Boring

Dear Aspiring Dentist,

First of all—congratulations. You’re standing at the beginning of one of the most exciting and meaningful journeys in your career: launching your own dental practice.

I’m Stephen Trutter, President of Ideal Practices, and over the years I’ve had the privilege of helping guide over 900 successful dental startups across the country. Every one of them began with a vision—just like yours. And let me tell you, that vision is worth honoring.

You’ve likely spent years imagining what your future practice will look like. The sound of the front door swinging open. The way your team greets patients. The flow of the operatories. The energy of a space that feels like yours. That’s not just daydreaming—that’s direction. And it deserves to be brought to life the right way.

Why the Right Floor Plan Isn’t Just a Blueprint—It’s a Strategic Decision

At Ideal Practices, we believe that success starts on paper—literally. Your floor plan is the first step in turning your dream into a physical reality, and it’s far more than walls and measurements.

That’s where John, our very own “Dental Floor Plan Picasso,” comes in.

John has designed over 4,000 dental floor plans. Yes, four thousand. And every single one is a custom work of art—built around the real estate, the procedures, the technology, the patient experience, and you. His designs reflect your personal clinical philosophy, your business goals, and your unique workflow.

Watching him work is a bit like watching an architect meet a mind reader. He’ll ask questions you didn’t know mattered—about natural light, acoustics, flow patterns, even how your stools roll across flooring. And every detail gets shaped around your future success.

What Makes a Great Floor Plan?

• The right room dimensions for efficient movement

• Future-proofing for expanded procedures or equipment

• Natural light and smart energy usage

• Seamless flow for both patients and team

• Design choices that support comfort, privacy, and clinical excellence

This isn’t about copying someone else’s layout. It’s about creating a practice that feels like home—and operates like a finely tuned machine.

This Is Where Vision Meets Function

There’s something powerful about closing your eyes and picturing your dream practice… and then watching that dream come to life. I can’t tell you how many dentists we’ve worked with who have said, on their opening day, “This is everything I imagined—and more.”

Because when your space is built around you—your values, your goals, your mission—it becomes more than just a dental office. It becomes a place where your purpose lives and breathes.

We’d Be Honored to Help You Build It

If you're ready to explore what your dream practice could look like—or if you simply have questions about how to start—reach out. Our team has developed a proprietary 13-stage system to guide you from idea to grand opening. And when you're ready, John and our team will be here to help turn your vision into a beautifully functional reality.

We’ve seen firsthand the moment when doctors walk into their finished space for the first time—when they see their name on the door, their team welcoming patients, and everything working just as planned. And we’d love for you to be next.

Here’s to the day you cut that ribbon—and the journey we’ll take to get there.

Warmly,
Stephen Trutter
President, Ideal Practices
Advisor to 900+ Dental Startups

P.S. If you’ve ever imagined your dream practice down to the smallest detail—you’re already closer than you think. Let’s design it together.