Tend Dental Chelsea

Tend Dental Chelsea is a branch of Tend, a company that was founded in 2019 with the goal of revolutionizing the dental care experience. The clinic, located at 142 8th Avenue in New York, NY, operates with a philosophy that centers on a patient-first, hospitality-driven model. Tend aims to address common patient anxieties and frustrations associated with traditional dental visits, such as lack of trust, fear of judgment, discomfort, and a lack of price transparency. To achieve this, Tend Dental Chelsea has created a unique environment they refer to as a "studio" rather than a clinic. The space is designed to be calming and inviting, with amenities like noise-canceling headphones, Netflix on a dedicated screen, and a "Welcome Bar" instead of a traditional front desk. The clinic's staff is trained in hospitality to ensure a positive, non-judgmental experience for every patient. Tend Dental Chelsea offers a comprehensive range of services, including general dentistry like cleanings and exams, fillings, crowns, and root canals. They also provide cosmetic services such as whitening and Invisalign® aligners. The clinic is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including digital X-rays that are quicker and more comfortable for patients. A key part of the Tend experience is price transparency, with their online booking system providing patients with a clear breakdown of potential costs before their visit. The clinic's approach extends to its staffing model as well. Tend emphasizes a culture of warmth and hospitality, with a focus on science over sales. They have an innovative pay structure for their providers, eliminating production quotas to ensure that treatment recommendations are based solely on patient needs. Tend Dental Chelsea accepts most dental insurance plans and offers a seamless, contactless check-in process. The company has multiple locations across major cities, with the Chelsea studio being one of its early and popular locations.