The Pediatric Dental Challenge
Pediatric dental practices face a unique mix of emotional, operational, and educational challenges:
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1 in 5 children experience dental anxiety
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Staff spend up to 30% of their time on non-clinical tasks
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First visits often create negative, long-lasting associations
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Parents struggle with post-appointment compliance
Anxiety impacts both patient experience and practice efficiency.
Meet Your New Team Member
HOWIE is a friendly, autonomous dental assistant designed specifically for pediatric environments. He engages young patients, supports staff, and creates memorable, stress-free visits—without replacing your team.
“Howie empowers your team, not replaces them.”
Designed for Young Patients
HOWIE is built to connect with children at their level—emotionally and educationally.
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Animated Personality
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Expressive, friendly animated face
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Instantly builds trust and engagement
Calm, Reassuring Voice
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Soothing tone to reduce fear and anxiety
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Keeps children relaxed before and during appointments
Interactive Education
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Oral hygiene lessons through animations and stories
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Reinforces healthy habits in a fun, memorable way​
Autonomous Navigation
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Guides patients safely throughout the practice
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Turns wayfinding into a playful experience
Creating Memorable Visits
HOWIE transforms routine appointments into positive experiences kids actually remember.
Personalized greetings by name
Games, videos, and interactive content
Guided office tours
Positive emotional associations with dental care
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Efficiency Meets Excellence
While kids stay engaged, your staff gets valuable time back.
Staff Benefits
Saves 15–20 minutes per patient flow
Keeps children occupied during prep and waiting times
Automates repetitive, non-clinical tasks
Supports and reinforces educational objectives
Building Healthy Habits for Life
HOWIE doesn’t just entertain—he helps shape lifelong oral health behaviors.
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Reduces fear and anxiety in young patients
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Reinforces daily oral hygiene practices
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Creates positive dental associations
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Improves appointment compliance and cooperation
“A modern, caring partner in your child’s oral health journey.” — Parent perspective
Comprehensive Capabilities
Built‑In Intelligence
Patient check-in & welcome messages
Room escort & wayfinding
Oral care education & animated content
Entertainment & distraction tools
Appointment preparation instructions
Custom practice branding & content
Designed to fit seamlessly into your practice operations
The Business Case
A smarter experience delivers measurable returns.
15–20 Minutes Saved
Per patient flow
+25% Return Visits
Improved retention and patient loyalty
Market-Leading Experience
Unique differentiation for pediatric practices
Simple to Get Started
Bringing HOWIE into your practice is easy.
Demo & Assessment
In-office demo and needs evaluation
Configuration
Custom setup, branding, and staff trainingn
Pilot Program
Flexible trial to prove value
Full Integration
Complete deployment and ongoing optimization
Schedule Your Demo Today
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