Why Dentists Need Digital Marketing

Most patients don’t find their dentist by walking past an office anymore. They search on Google, check reviews, and browse social media. If your website isn’t ranking high, your ads aren’t getting seen, or your online reputation isn’t strong, potential patients will go to your competitors instead.

With effective online marketing for dentists, you’ll be the first practice they see—and the one they trust.

Why Choose THAT Agency for Your Dental Marketing?

  • Dental Marketing Experts – We know what works for dentists, from general practices to specialists.
  • Proven Patient Growth – We don’t just drive traffic—we bring in actual new patients.
  • Custom Strategies – No cookie-cutter plans. Everything is tailored to your practice’s goals.

Our Digital Marketing Services for Dentists

Get More Patients and Grow Your Practice Today

Your next patient is searching for a dentist right now. Will they find you? Let’s make sure they do.

Call 561-832-6262 or request a free consultation today.

Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

Build long-term organic visibility that keeps growing. SEO drives the highest-ROI organic traffic in marketing and is now the foundation of AI search visibility — ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews all pull from search-indexed content. We handle the technical, on-page, content, and link work that earns rankings and survives algorithm updates.

Goal:Build search visibility that keeps paying off year after year, across Google and AI search engines.

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Pay-Per-Click (PPC) Advertising

Drive immediate qualified traffic with paid spend tied to revenue math. We manage paid across Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, Meta, and LinkedIn — and we report on what closed, not just what got clicked. Every campaign is built against a cost-per-acquisition target, not a click-through rate.

Goal:Get more revenue out of every ad dollar than the campaign before it.

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Social Media Marketing

Build audiences your business can actually convert — through platform-native content, paid social integrated with organic, and analytics tied to business outcomes rather than vanity metrics. We treat each platform as its own creative discipline, not a copy-paste channel.

Goal:Build social presence that drives real business outcomes, leads, pipeline, ecommerce revenue, customer LTV.

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Content Marketing

Build the content system that fuels SEO, paid landing pages, email, social, and AI search visibility. We create content engines, not content libraries — pillar pages, topic clusters, blog posts, service pages, and FAQ content structured to rank on Google and get cited by AI platforms.

Goal:Build content that ranks on Google, gets cited by AI engines, and converts the readers it earns.

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Email Marketing

Make the highest-ROI channel in marketing actually deliver. We build email programs around revenue, deliverability, and behavioral automation — lifecycle sequences, segmentation, platform management across Klaviyo, HubSpot, Mailchimp, and ActiveCampaign, and performance reporting tied to revenue per email.

Goal:Turn email into a measurable revenue channel, and protect the deliverability that makes it work.

Web Design & Development

Build the website every other channel feeds into. Fast, accessible, conversion-optimized, and written to rank in Google and AI search from day one.

What’s Included:

  • Strategy, UX, and visual design
  • Development on WordPress, HubSpot, Shopify, Webflow, or custom stacks
  • Core Web Vitals and performance optimization
  • WCAG 2.1 Level AA accessibility
  • Schema markup and AI-search-ready content structure
  • Conversion rate optimization (A/B testing, heat mapping, form optimization)

Goal:Build a website that multiplies the ROI of every other channel sending traffic to it.

Frequently Asked Questions About Digital Marketing for Dentists

Get the Answers You Need to Make Smart Choices with THAT Agency

Have questions about our digital marketing services for your Dental Practice? We’ve got you covered. Whether you’re wondering about pricing, project timelines, or the results you can expect, we’re here to help you make informed decisions. Explore the FAQs below to find answers to common questions about partnering with THAT Agency. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re always here to ensure your satisfaction and clarity.

Why do dentists need digital marketing?

Patients are searching online for dental services every day. Digital marketing helps your practice appear in search results, attract more patients, and stay ahead of competitors. Without an online presence, you risk losing potential patients to other practices that are actively marketing themselves.

How can SEO help my dental practice attract more patients?

SEO (Search Engine Optimization) improves your website’s ranking on Google when people search for terms like “dentist near me” or “best family dentist in [city]”. A strong SEO strategy helps drive more organic traffic to your website, increasing appointment bookings and growing your practice.

What’s the difference between SEO and PPC for dentists?

SEO helps your website rank in organic (unpaid) search results, while PPC (Pay-Per-Click) advertising places your practice in sponsored search results for instant visibility. A combination of both ensures long-term success, with SEO providing sustainable growth and PPC delivering immediate patient leads.

How much does digital marketing for dentists cost?

The cost of dental marketing varies depending on the services you need. SEO, paid ads, website design, and social media marketing each have different price points. At THAT Agency, we customize marketing plans based on your goals and budget to maximize your return on investment.

How long does it take to see results from online marketing?

SEO and organic strategies take time—usually a few months—to build momentum. However, paid advertising (Google Ads, social media ads) can deliver results almost immediately by driving targeted traffic to your site. A combination of both ensures fast and sustainable patient growth.

What makes THAT Agency different from other dental marketing companies?

We don’t offer cookie-cutter solutions. Our team creates customized marketing strategies that focus on real patient growth, not just website traffic. With over 20 years of experience in digital marketing, we use data-driven strategies to bring in quality patients who are ready to book an appointment.

How can Google Ads help my dental practice?

Google Ads allow you to appear at the top of search results when potential patients search for services like “emergency dentist near me” or “dental implants in [city]”. These ads target high-intent patients who are ready to schedule an appointment, making them a powerful tool for immediate patient acquisition.

What kind of content should a dental website have to rank higher on Google?

A well-optimized dental website should include:

  • Service pages that clearly explain your treatments
  • Location-based pages to improve local rankings
  • Blog posts answering common dental questions
  • Patient testimonials and case studies
  • Clear calls-to-action to schedule an appointment

By consistently publishing relevant content, your practice can rank higher and attract more patients.

Can social media really help grow my dental practice?

Yes. Social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram allow you to engage with potential patients, showcase your expertise, and build trust before they even walk through your door. Posting patient testimonials, before-and-after photos, and dental tips can significantly boost brand awareness and patient inquiries.

How do I get started with digital marketing for my dental practice?

The first step is to assess your current online presence and identify areas for improvement. At THAT Agency, we offer a free consultation to discuss your goals and create a customized dental marketing strategy that fits your practice’s needs. Contact us today to get started.

Digital Marketing Results from Real Clients

We don’t measure success by channel-level dashboards. We measure it by revenue attributed to digital, qualified pipeline contribution, customer acquisition cost across the integrated program, and the year-over-year growth the system delivers. The numbers below come from real client engagements, click on each to view the full client case study.

Panda Pavers

Experienced a 21,046% increase in organic sessions and reached top local rankings through aggressive local SEO and optimization.

Krasner Law

Achieved an 879% increase in organic sessions by shifting to high-intent SEO and eliminating low-value traffic.

William W. Price, P.A.

Saw a 414.89% increase in organic sessions driven by a comprehensive SEO and content strategy.

Synergy Homes

Increased paid leads by 232.5% while reducing cost per lead by 69% through optimized paid search campaigns.

Casas Law

Achieved a 900% increase in goal completions driven by a content-led SEO and inbound strategy.

AccuDock

Increased keyword rankings by 1,046% through a technical SEO and content-driven strategy.