Orthodontic Office Construction
Purpose-built spaces for modern orthodontics — from open bay treatment areas to Invisalign scan stations.
UDGOK is the only Tulsa contractor specializing in orthodontic office construction. We build open bay treatment areas, integrate iTero/3Shape digital scanning workflows, and design 3D print labs purpose-built for aligners. Average cost: $150–$200/sf in Tulsa. We've completed 15+ orthodontic offices across Oklahoma. Call (918) 520-3823 for a free consultation.
Precision Execution
Orthodontic offices have fundamentally different space requirements than general dental practices. You need open treatment bays instead of enclosed operatories. Your patient flow moves 3× faster with shorter appointments. Your equipment includes iTero scanners, CBCT machines, and often an in-house 3D print lab. Most general contractors don't understand these differences — and you end up with a dental office that's been awkwardly converted for ortho. UDGOK builds purpose-designed orthodontic spaces from the ground up.
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Open Bay Design
6, 8, 10, or 12-chair open treatment bays with optimal sight lines for doctor supervision. Column-free spans up to 40 feet using steel framing for unobstructed layouts.
Digital Workflow Integration
Built-in iTero and 3Shape scanner stations, CBCT alcoves with lead-lined walls, and dedicated data closets with Cat6a runs to every treatment position for cloud-based practice management.
In-House 3D Print Labs
Ventilated 3D print rooms with sealed flooring for resin containment, dedicated power circuits for Form 3B+ printers, and post-processing stations with UV curing chambers and IPA wash stations.
Teen-Friendly Experience Zone
Gaming stations, phone charging bars, selfie walls with ring lighting, and Instagram-ready 'new smile' photo booths. Designed to make teens actually want to come to their appointments.
Sterilization Center
OSAP-compliant sterilization workflows with one-way instrument flow: dirty → ultrasonic → rinse → autoclave → clean storage. Hands-free sinks, stainless steel countertops, and dedicated exhaust ventilation.
Records & Consultation Suite
Private consultation rooms for treatment plan presentations with 55-65 inch displays, comfortable seating for parents and patients, and acoustic privacy for financial discussions.
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The
Process
Our proprietary construction methodology eliminates surprises, protects your budget, and accelerates your opening date.
Discovery & Analysis
We comprehensively assess your clinical program, target real estate, zoning conditions, and specific regulatory requirements.
Design & Engineering
Our teams coordinate full construction documents with integrated real-time cost tracking to prevent ballooning budgets.
Construction Execution
Self-performed mechanical systems and rigorous site management ensure total quality control and adherence to schedule.
Commissioning & Turnover
We validate all medical systems, manage inspections, and fully orient your administrative staff to the new facility.
Frequently Asked
Orthodontic office construction in Tulsa costs $150–$200 per square foot. A standard 2,500 sq ft practice with 8 open bay chairs, a records room, consultation suite, and sterilization center costs $375,000–$500,000. Practices adding CBCT suites and in-house 3D print labs should budget an additional $30,000–$60,000 for lead-lined walls, dedicated electrical, and ventilation.
The three biggest differences are: (1) layout — orthodontics uses open treatment bays instead of enclosed operatories, requiring column-free spans and different HVAC zoning; (2) electrical — ortho offices need significantly more data/power drops per treatment position for scanners, monitors, and digital workflows; (3) flow — patient visit times average 15–30 minutes vs. 45–90 minutes in general dentistry, requiring wider corridors and faster patient turnover design.
The industry standard is 3–4 treatment chairs per doctor. A solo orthodontist typically needs 6–8 chairs. A two-doctor practice needs 10–14 chairs. UDGOK designs flexible open bay configurations that allow you to add 2–4 chairs without renovation by pre-roughing plumbing and electrical for future positions.
If you're producing clear aligners in-house (SureSmile, uLab, or proprietary), yes. An in-house 3D print lab reduces per-aligner cost from $15–$25 (outsourced) to $2–$5 (in-house) and cuts turnaround from 5–10 days to same-day. UDGOK builds ventilated, resin-safe print rooms with sealed flooring, dedicated 20A circuits, and UV curing stations.
At minimum: (1) Cat6a Ethernet to every chair position, (2) dedicated 20A circuits for iTero/3Shape scanners, (3) a 72×72 inch HVAC closet sized for server equipment, (4) HDMI/USB-C drops for patient-facing monitors at each chair, and (5) a CBCT alcove with lead-lined walls if placing imaging on-site. UDGOK pre-wires for all major practice management systems including Dolphin, OrthoFi, and Cloud 9.
Ground-up orthodontic office construction takes 4–6 months from permit issuance to certificate of occupancy. Tenant improvement build-outs take 3–4 months. UDGOK's design-build approach saves 4–6 weeks by overlapping architectural design, permit submittal, and equipment procurement.
UDGOK is a leading construction company in Tulsa, Oklahoma — delivering commercial, medical, dental, industrial, and retail projects across the Tulsa metro. Explore our complete guide to construction in Tulsa for costs, timelines, and building types.
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