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For DSOs focused on sustainable growth, operatory design is much more than just a construction or aesthetic decision. It’s an operational one. Many groups expanding into new markets have found that even minor variabilities in infrastructure can quickly become a major hurdle.
While differences in operatory layouts, equipment setups, design and finish decisions are manageable at a single clinic, dealing with them across dozens—or even hundreds—of locations is a real challenge. Especially if all you have to work from are static floor plans, random samples, and a stack of product brochures to pull everything together.
Eliminate the guesswork with Dream in 3D
This interactive digital tool from A-dec® shifts the focus from one-off design decisions to system-wide standards, so it’s easier to scale with greater control and fewer surprises. Dream in 3D lets you virtually create, visualize, and standardize operatories, sterilization centers, and mechanical rooms in both 3D and Augmented Reality (AR). With just a few clicks, you can experiment with configurations, choose finishes, and see how your selected setup fits into the actual clinical space–all before making a purchase.
Here’s how it works
The heart of Dream in 3D is an interactive, fully customizable, digital 3D environment that makes designing operatories simple and scalable. Whether you’re adding treatment rooms, updating existing ones, or outfitting an entirely new clinic, Dream in 3D gives you the freedom to:
- Choose dental chairs, delivery systems, LED lights, stools, and assistants’ instruments
- Select sterilization center and mechanical room equipment and configurations
- Experiment with different finishes, including upholstery colors and furniture surfaces
- See your choices in a realistic, 360-degree virtual treatment room
- Use AR to overlay the room design on your actual clinical space
- Download a detailed PDF summary and share your design through a unique link
- Order free samples of your chosen finishes
Choose from a large product library
Dream in 3D is your go-to platform for exploring a wide range of A-dec equipment and accessories for your DSO. Each model in the expansive library offers detailed configurations and choices. You can easily place these items in your virtual operatory—or use AR to overlay the design to scale in your actual clinical space. You’ll have a clear idea of how every choice will look, fit, and work in the clinic, simplifying both planning and purchasing.
Use AI to reimagine existing spaces
Many DSOs operate a mix of legacy clinics acquired over time, often with varying equipment vintages and configurations. Dream in 3D allows you to model existing spaces and align them with updated standards. You can make adjustments to meet specific clinical needs, from styles and finishes to product configurations. It’s an easy way to identify useful upgrades like swapping out old chairs or refreshing colors to showcase your brand. So rather than reacting to unexpected equipment failures or resorting to makeshift upgrades, you can plan phased modernization strategies.
Reduce risk from the start
At its core, Dream in 3D equips your DSO with intelligent, intuitive tools to design treatment spaces with confidence and consistency. By preventing variability ahead of time—instead of correcting for it later—change orders are reduced and rollouts become more repeatable and reliable.
- Create approved operatory templates that can be reused across new builds, acquisitions, and remodels
- Define standardized configurations for chairs, delivery systems, lighting, and assistant’s equipment
for clinical consistency - Align clinical leadership, operations, dealers, and contractors around a clear, shared plan
With its intuitive controls, smart AI guidance, AR previews, and real-world product models, A‑dec Dream in 3D is the ultimate “try before you buy” solution for your Dental Service Organization.
