Press & Media

A gentler approach, recognized.

Linden Dental Care has been featured by local and national media for the thoughtful role Softie and Parker play in helping anxious patients feel more at ease.

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In print and on air.

Explore magazine, television, and online coverage featuring Linden Dental Care’s distinctive approach to patient comfort.

Los Angeles Magazine

Magazine Feature

Pet Therapy in a Beverly Hills Dental Office

An in-depth profile of Dr. Shay’s approach to patient comfort and the thoughtful role Softie and Parker play at Linden Dental Care.

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National Television

Therapy Dogs Are Helping Some Americans Ease Fear of Going to the Dentist

A national video segment exploring how therapy dogs can help create a calmer dental experience, featuring Softie at Linden Dental Care.

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Television & Online

Furry Dental Assistants Help Ease Fear and Anxiety at an Office in Beverly Hills

A video and written feature about Softie and Parker and the comforting presence they offer patients at Linden Dental Care.

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Cover Story

Meet the Dog/Dentist Duo

A Beverly Hills Weekly cover story introducing Dr. Shay and Softie and exploring the beginning of their work together at the practice.

Full feature begins on page 9.

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Television & Online

Beverly Hills Dentist Uses Therapy Dog to Help Apprehensive Patients

Early television coverage featuring Dr. Shay and Softie and their approach to helping apprehensive dental patients feel more at ease.

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The Story Behind the Coverage

Meet Softie and Parker.

Available by request for patients who appreciate an additional sense of comfort and familiarity during their visit.

Meet Our Therapy Dogs

Softie and Parker, the therapy dogs at Linden Dental Care, side by side on a soft neutral studio background

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