You can't answer the phone mid-root canal. According to Arini AI (2025), dental no-show rates run between 10–30%, and according to Healthcare Innovation Group (2024), missed appointments cost US healthcare $150 billion annually. Skaala's virtual receptionist takes calls, books new patients, and sends reminders around the clock — AI phone answering designed for dental practices.

Features and benefits

• 24/7 Patient Booking — The AI books new and returning patients directly in your calendar — even evenings, weekends, and lunch breaks when reception is closed. According to Dialzara (2025), 85% of callers won't call back after a missed call.
• Emergency Triage for Dental Pain — The AI identifies urgent cases like severe toothaches, broken teeth, or infections and prioritizes them correctly in your schedule.
• Automatic Recall Reminders — Patients who missed their six-month checkup get automatic reminders. According to Dialog Health (2025), SMS reminders reduce no-shows by 38%. Reduces patient attrition and keeps your chair full.
• Insurance & Pricing Questions — The AI answers common questions about pricing, insurance coverage, and available treatments — without interrupting your staff. According to Curogram (2025), each missed appointment costs the clinic approximately $200.

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