We’re almost a full quarter into 2026, and it’s clear that the same marketing strategies dental practices have relied on aren’t having the impact they used to. The landscape has changed. Thankfully, marketing is dynamic, as is the field of dentistry. The practices that will remain relevant long after the year is over are those that pay attention to what their information-hungry patients expect from healthcare providers. Here’s a breakdown of the current dental marketing trends that are worthwhile and the ones that are past their prime.

What We’re Doing & Not Doing for Dental Practices in 2026