My Extra Degree: Fun, Modern Retainer Designs

“There are five other orthodontic labs in my geographic area and I know from talking with orthodontists that my retainer designs give me an edge because they’re contemporary by comparison. I’ve created a laminated, two-sided design sheet and all my clients get one for each chair in their office. The sheet is fun and modern and I update the designs frequently,” says Michelle Hensley, Hensley Design, Santa Rosa, CA. “I also welcome patients to dream up their own designs, some of which make it onto the design sheet as a regular offering! I think the biggest danger for an ortho laboratory is going stale, not updating colors or designs; the way you present yourself needs to look current!”