The Lila Blog
Front-desk economics, without the fluff.
Operational guides for dental practice owners and office managers — written by the team that builds the AI receptionist, not the marketing team.
Buyer's guide
How to Choose an AI Receptionist for Your Dental Practice (2026 Buyer's Guide)
A practical, dentist-first guide to evaluating AI receptionists in 2026. The seven criteria that matter, the red flags that don't, and how to pilot one without disrupting your front desk.
May 23, 2026·9 min read
Pricing
How Much Does an AI Dental Receptionist Cost? (Honest 2026 Pricing Breakdown)
What an AI dental receptionist actually costs in 2026 — including hidden fees, overages, and PMS integration charges. A side-by-side comparison with hiring in-house, and what 'flat rate' really means.
May 22, 2026·7 min read
Operations
The Real Cost of Missed Calls at Your Dental Practice (And How to Stop the Bleed)
Dental practices miss 38% of inbound calls on average. We break down what each missed call is actually worth — in immediate revenue, lifetime value, and the calls that quietly never come back.
May 21, 2026·6 min read