Ron Combs, Associate Editor
Dr. Peter J. Schindelholz enjoys hunting and fishing and wanted his new dental office to have a homey, northwoods atmosphere. What better way for the doctor to reflect his appreciation for the outdoors than a hand-hewn log building on wooded acreage in Land O` Lakes, Wisconsin?
"Our new office is a huge success,"exclaims Dr. Schindel- holz. "Patients can watch deer and birds in the woods outside each of our four operatories, and our reception area is roomy and inviting, much like a living room with comfortable furnishings and large windows." Indeed, the 2,200-square-foot facility offers the comfort, convenience and space for doctor, staff and patients that was lacking in a previous office.
The red-pine logs from Michigan`s Upper Peninsula were cut, fitted and assembled by Snowy Range Log Builders. The interior construction was done by a Land O` Lakes firm, Daniel Benson Builders, Inc. "Our five staff members," says office manager Holly Willis-Farrell, "are proud of the place. Dr. Schindelhotz in-volved the staff in the design of the office, especially the laboratory, sterilization area and operatories. It`s amazing how a well-planned, well laid-out space can increase practice efficiency and the fun of doing dentistry. Our patients often bring family or friends along to give them a tour."
"Nothing replaces a friendly handshake and warm smile, but our new office represents the care and comfort we try to provide," adds the doctor.
Patients can watch deer and birds in the woods outside each of the operatories. "The office represents the care and comfort we try to provide," says Dr. Schindelholz.
Patients often bring family and friends along to give them a tour of the log dental facility. (Photos by Kitty Sookochoff)
