Patients Arrive Ready.

They found you because what you offer matched what they need.

They chose you because of how you responded.

They arrive already knowing you understand what matters to them.

We Reinvented the First Appointment.

For decades, the first appointment has been exactly that—the first time a dentist and patient truly get to know each other.

We thought that made no sense.

So we changed the sequence.

  1. Patient sharing their dental story and what matters before choosing a dentist

    Patients share what matters before choosing a dentist.

  2. Dentist reviewing a patient profile on a tablet

    You review their story and respond personally.

By the time a patient walks into your practice, the relationship has already begun.

You don’t meet as strangers.

You know why they reached out.
They know you already understand what matters most.

The conversation starts differently.

See their full story,
before they ever walk through your door.

You’ll see at a glance:

  • Why they’re looking now

    Understand their story, fears, and what’s been holding them back.

  • What they think they may need

    Treatment goals, concerns, and what matters most to them.

  • Insurance & timing

    Coverage details and how soon they’re ready to begin.

  • The kind of experience they’re hoping for

    Communication style, comfort preferences, and what helps them feel safe.

Sample patient profile

SAMPLE-MF91

Illustrative example only Real profiles vary by patient

Their Story

“I've put off dental care because of anxiety and concerns about cost. I shared this so my matched dentist understands my goals and concerns before we connect.”

Treatment Need Whitening
Root canal
Budget $3,000–$7,500
Insurance Aetna
Schedule Weekday mornings (before noon)
Anxiety Yes — it’s a major factor
Readiness Immediately — I want this fixed as soon as possible

Clinical Fit

Why are you looking for a dentist right now?

I’m in pain or discomfort

How would you like to begin?

Work through several areas over time

When was your last dental visit?

Over 5 years ago

Which age range are you in?

45–54

Communication & Visit Expectations

What would make your visit a success?
Answers to my specific questions Get a long-term plan to fix everything
How do you like things explained?

Educational — show X-rays and explain the why

What’s most important to you?
Flexible payment options or financing A dentist who listens and explains clearly

Comfort & Trust

Patient chose to share comfort details — use this to plan the first visit.

Do you need sedation or comfort options?

No — I’m comfortable without sedation

Have you had a bad experience with a dentist before?

Somewhat — nothing major, but I’m cautious

What worries you most about dental visits?
Past bad experiences
During visits, what helps you feel safest?
Extra time — no rushing between steps Clear stop signals — I can pause anytime

There’s more below the surface.

Each profile includes additional details, including budget expectations, anxiety triggers, communication preferences, and more.

PPO or Self-Pay Only

We currently match PPO and self-pay patients only. HMO, Medicaid, and Medicare are not accepted.

You decide who to reach out to.

If you believe you can help, they don’t need a sales pitch. They need to hear from you. Send a personalized message — or pass. It’s that simple.

They’ve shared their story

Reach out personally.

One message can change everything.

Every dentist wants patients to know they care. Now patients can feel that before the visit even happens — with a message starter built from their story, ready for you to make your own.

  • You read their full story first
  • A message starter is generated from what they shared
  • You review, edit, and approve the message before sending it

If they accept, the relationship begins before they ever walk through your door.

Illustrative example — on their phone, a personal introduction from you.

Your Next Patient Should Meet You.
Not Your Marketing.

Google rankings. Star ratings. Insurance filters. Ads. Location.

All of them help patients find a dentist.

But finding you is not the same as choosing you.

With MatchMyDentist, patients share their story first. You respond to it.

They don’t choose you because you appeared first. They choose you because of how you responded to what matters to them.

Dentist and patient in a warm consultation conversation, already connected before the first visit

Getting started is simple.

You’ve seen the story. Here’s how to begin.

  1. Build your profile

    Cases you love, treatments you specialize in, patients you work best with.

  2. Receive patient profiles

    When a profile arrives, review their story and decide whether you want to respond — no marketplace browsing.

  3. Send one message

    Read their story. Review the message, make it your own, and send — or pass.

  4. They choose you

    If they accept, you connect directly. The relationship has already begun.

You’re not buying leads. You’re gaining access to patient demand.

We only invite practices into markets where patients are already using MatchMyDentist to find care.

$1 Trial

See Up to 3 Patient Profiles $1.

  • Capacity to review up to 3 Patient profiles (contact info not shown until Patient accepts)
  • PPO & self-pay patients only
  • Each patient profile is presented to one practice at a time
  • See real patient demand in your market
  • Read the patient’s full profile — needs, concerns, goals, preferences and coverage
  • Patient contact information stays private until they accept your response

After your $1 trial

Continue only if you choose — paid membership keeps your practice active with ongoing access to patient profiles in the ZIPs you serve.

Standard

  • Ongoing access to patient profiles
  • 1 ZIP
  • Review up to 3 patient profiles at once
Learn more

Pro

  • Ongoing access to patient profiles
  • Up to 3 ZIPs (vs 1)
  • Review up to 6 patient profiles at once
Learn more
Empty dental chair in a modern practice waiting for the next patient match

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